Social Content Specialist_ 26-02382

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Social Content Specialist
Job Id: 26-02382
Location: Chicago, IL
Duration: 03 Months Contract
Position Type: Hourly Contract Position (W2 only)

• Must – Portfolio and Examples - Must have experience creating content that they star in - Camera facing
• Prefer local candidates - Greater Chicago Area (Remote/Hybrid - will work onsite 2 days per week)
• Would consider fully remote for the right person, but first preference is local to Chicago.
• 3 month assignment with strong possibility of extension
• Manager looking for candidates who can create social media content, but also star in their own videos, posts.

Details

• Client Social Content Creator
• 3 month assignment with strong possibility of extension
• Would consider fully remote for the right person, but first preference is local to Chicago.
• Must have experience creating content that they star in - Camera facing

Role

• Are you a creative powerhouse with a passion for storytelling and social media
• The client Social Media team is looking for a Social Content Creator to help shape the voice of beloved, iconic brands through bold, trend-setting content.
• This role is ideal for someone who lives and breathes social media, has a sharp eye for design and video editing, and thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
• You'll be responsible for producing engaging, platform-native content (videography, photography, and graphic design), while also supporting the sourcing of user-generated, employee-generated, and partner-produced content.
• Your work will directly influence how consumers experience and engage with our brands, helping to build community and drive cultural relevance.

Key Responsibilities
Content Creation (90%)

• Develop thumb-stopping content for platforms like Instagram, TikTok, and Facebook.
• Shoot original videos, take photos, and design static graphics aligned with brand guidelines and current trends. Appear on camera/videos.
• Collaborate with internal teams and agency partners to ensure content aligns with brand strategy and campaign goals.
• Stay ahead of social trends, platform updates, and emerging formats to inform content strategy.
• Participate in all stages of content creation — from ideation to execution.
• Review performance data regularly to assess and optimize content effectiveness.
• Expected to appear on camera within produced content.

Content Coordination (10%)

• Disc over, source, and manage content banks of UGC, EGC, and partner-produced assets.
• Support creative briefing, development, and production of externally sourced content.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in social media content creation.
• Strong graphic design, videography, photography, and video editing skills (Adobe Creative Suite, Canva, CapCut, etc.).
• Portfolio showcasing standout social content and creative impact is required.
• Deep understanding of social media platforms, trends, and best practices.
• Experience with social media management tools (Sprinklr preferred).
• Excellent copywriting and communication skills.
• Bachelor's degree in marketing, communications, design, or related field preferred.
• Bilingual in Spanish is a plus.
• Experience in community management and/or agency background is a bonus.
• Consumer Packaged Goods (C P G) experience is highly desirable.
• Candidates with a visible personal social presence (e.g., Instagram or TikTok, YouTube) are preferred.

Compensation: The hourly rate for this position is between $26-$28 per hour.

Factors which may affect starting pay within this range may include [geography/market, skills, education, experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate].

Benefits: Sunrise offers ACA compliant medical coverage/dental insurance/vision insurance to all employees. We also offer Sick time benefits as required per State regulations.

Thank You. Company Description

Founded in 1990, Sunrise Systems is an award winning IT/Professional Staffing firm to Fortune 500 and State/Local Government Agencies.

Company Description

Founded in 1990, Sunrise Systems is an award winning IT/Professional Staffing firm to Fortune 500 and State/Local Government Agencies.