Overview:

Our client is a successful children's entertainment business based in Auckland, New Zealand, specializing in high-quality character entertainment for parties and events. They are looking for a creative Social Media Content Creator & Video Editor (CapCut) to lead the social media presence for a thriving children's entertainment company. Working directly with the owner, you will transform raw event footage into engaging, fun, and shareable content that captures the magic of each party and performance. This role gives you creative freedom to build brand awareness, drive engagement, and help grow a beloved local business into a dominant online presence across multiple platforms.

Schedule: Flexible anytime | New Zealand Time Zone | Part-time role

Responsibilities:

• Edit raw video footage into engaging 8–15 second social media reels and short-form content
• Create eye-catching graphics and visual content using Canva
• Post content regularly across Instagram, TikTok, and other social platforms (3–4 times per week minimum)
• Manage community engagement by responding to comments, messages, and inquiries in a timely manner
• Research competitor content and industry trends to identify successful strategies and creative approaches
• Develop templated responses for common inquiries to streamline customer communication
• Analyze social media analytics weekly to identify high-performing content and optimize strategy
• Collaborate with the owner daily to review content, provide recommendations, and align on creative direction
• Set up and manage automated posting schedules to maintain consistent content flow
• Adapt tone and style to appeal to both parents and children in the entertainment space

Must-Have Requirements:

• Proven experience in social media content creation and management
• Strong video editing skills, particularly with CapCut or similar editing software
• Proficiency in Canva for graphic design and visual content creation
• Demonstrable ability to create comedic, meme-style content that drives engagement
• Experience managing social media communities and responding to audience interactions
• Strong understanding of social media algorithms and best practices for organic reach
• Ability to work independently and communicate effectively in a remote environment
• PORTFOLIO demonstrating previous social media work and content creation

Nice-to-Have Requirements:

• Experience creating content for children's brands, entertainment businesses, or family-focused companies
• Familiarity with working with clients in the Australasian or New Zealand market
• Experience with Meta and Google Ads
• Experience setting up automated social media posting systems

Why Join This Team?

• Work directly with the business owner as a dedicated resource with clear communication and creative input
• Flexible remote work arrangement with the ability to manage your own workflow
• Opportunity to build a social media presence from the ground up and see direct impact of your work
• Creative freedom to develop engaging, fun content in the entertainment industry
• Potential to expand hours and responsibilities as the business grows
• Access to regular, high-quality content from live events to work with

Independent Contractor Perks:

• Permanent work from home
• Immediate hiring

Note:

Please click the "Apply" button to complete your application, including the assessment questions, technical check, and voice recording. Your hourly pay rate will be established based on your performance in the application process; submissions with all requirements fulfilled will receive priority review.

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