Social Content Designer + Editor (Contract) - SCD 25-32285

Overview

Hybrid
Depends on Experience
Accepts corp to corp applications
Contract - Independent
Contract - W2
No Travel Required

Skills

Video
Video Editing
Motion Graphic Design
Motion Graphics
Social Media
Storyboard
Adobe CS
Animation
Brand
Content Creation
Editing
Fluency
Layout
Typography

Job Details

Job Title: Social Content Designer + Editor (Contract)
Location: Chicago, IL preferred (Open to Remote)
Duration: 5+ Months
Schedule: Part-Time (Approx. 25 40 hours/week)

Role Overview

The Social Content Designer + Editor will develop elevated, engaging, and trend-forward content for social platforms. This role involves bringing brand narratives to life through high-quality visuals, video editing, and content creation tailored for social media formats. Ideal candidates are fluent in digital culture, design-forward, and comfortable working collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

  • Design social-first assets and templates for platforms such as Instagram (Stories, Reels, in-feed, etc.)

  • Capture, edit, and optimize photo and video content for social media use

  • Produce narrative-driven video edits aligned with brand tone and aesthetic

  • Work closely with social and creative teams to concept, storyboard, and refine content

  • Experiment with trends, motion design, and emerging creative styles to keep content fresh

Qualifications

  • 3 5 years of experience in social content creation and editing

  • Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite, including:

    • Photoshop

    • Illustrator

    • Premiere Pro

    • After Effects (preferred)

  • Able to both shoot and edit short-form content

  • Strong eye for layout, composition, typography, and color

  • Self-motivated and able to thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment

Bonus Skills:

  • Motion graphics or animation experience

  • Agency experience

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