Freelance strategist defines and executes audience growth and content strategies across Instagram, TikTok, and other platforms. Responsibilities include short-form video (Reels), community and creator partnerships, audience segmentation, and high-level paid social recommendations aligned with brand objectives.
We are seeking a Freelance Social Media Strategist to define and execute a high-level social growth strategy. The role focuses on audience development, content strategy, short-form video, and paid social recommendations across Instagram, TikTok, and other relevant platforms. Paid media is included but secondary to building an authentic, engaged community and brand identity.
RequirementsResponsibilities
- Develop an audience growth strategy across Instagram, TikTok, and other social platforms.
- Advise on content pillars, themes, and positioning for a distinctive social brand.
- Recommend Reels and short-form video strategies, including content cadence and formats.
- Build and manage community engagement initiatives and creator/fan partnerships.
- Provide high-level paid media recommendations (Meta Ads, TikTok, YouTube) aligned with brand growth.
- Define target audiences and advise on segmentation and growth opportunities.
- Collaborate with the filmmaker and internal teams to align social strategy with broader brand objectives.
- Proven experience in audience growth, social media strategy, and paid media for entertainment, media, or creator-led brands.
- Expertise with Instagram, TikTok, Meta (Facebook), and short-form video content.
- Strong understanding of community building and creator engagement.
- Ability to operate independently as a freelance consultant while providing strategic guidance.
- US-based or strong knowledge of the US film and entertainment audience preferred.
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