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Freelance Content Creator & Social Media Specialist - Entry Level

Virtual Railway

We're seeking a freelance content creator and social media specialist to help build our online presence across multiple platforms. You'll work with us to create engaging, authentic content that showcases our brand and connects with our audience.

What You'll Do

Visit our locations for approximately 1–2 content shoots per month

Film and edit 8–12 short-form videos monthly for Instagram Reels and TikTok

Capture product, behind-the-scenes, and lifestyle photography

Create occasional Stories and simple promotional graphics using tools like Canva

Write captions and help schedule content across platforms

Identify content opportunities and work independently with minimal direction

Provide a simple monthly performance summary

Paid Social Media (Preferred but not required)

If you have experience with Meta Ads Manager, Instagram advertising, or Facebook advertising, we'd love to discuss:

Turning strong organic content into paid ads

Running simple local and retargeting campaigns

Testing creative variations

Monitoring results and making recommendations

Advanced experience with Google Ads is not required.

What We're Looking For

Strong short-form video filming and editing skills

Good photography ability

Familiarity with Instagram Reels and TikTok

Comfortable working in a busy, fast-paced environment

Reliable, organized, and able to work independently

Able to travel to multiple locations for shoots

Understanding that social content should drive real business results—visits, orders, and repeat customers—not just likes and followers

Nice-to-Have Skills

Experience in hospitality, food service, or small business

Familiarity with Meta Ads Manager

Basic design skills using Canva or similar tools

Experience with email marketing or SMS platforms

Knowledge of Google Business Profile management

Contract Details

Contract length: This is a freelance position with an initial trial period. We plan to begin with a 60-day trial to ensure it's a good fit for both sides.

Expected scope includes:

1–2 shoots per month

8–12 edited short-form videos

Supporting photography and graphics

Captions and content scheduling

Basic social media management

Optional: basic paid social support, depending on your experience

Monthly performance recap

Additional projects or shoots outside the monthly scope can be quoted separately.

Rate: Competitive entry-level pay, details shared upon application.

Location: Local positions available. You'll need to be able to travel to multiple locations for shoots.

Benefits:

Flexible schedule

Employee discount

Skills/background needed:

Short-form video creation and editing

Photography and visual content creation

Social media platform knowledge (Instagram, TikTok)

Basic graphic design or comfort learning Canva

Self-motivation and strong organizational skills

No prior professional experience required—we welcome enthusiastic learners with a strong portfolio or personal work samples.

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