Napa Valley Creative Agency is looking for an experienced freelance Social Media Manager / Content Creator to provide ongoing support across a growing portfolio of wine, hospitality, travel, lifestyle and cultural clients. This is a hands-on creative role for someone who understands both the strategic and execution sides of social media. We're looking for someone who can quickly understand an established brand, write in its voice, manage and schedule content, work with existing photography and video assets, create short-form content, and help keep multiple client accounts moving forward. The ideal person is highly organized, creatively minded, detail-oriented and comfortable working independently. You should be able to take creative direction and turn it into polished, client-ready work without requiring constant oversight. A strong portfolio and/or examples of previous content are extremely important for this position. We care deeply about visual judgment, taste, storytelling, writing and the overall quality of the work you have produced. Relevant real-world work will carry significant weight in our decision. This is an ongoing independent professional-services engagement averaging approximately 10 hours per week initially, with the opportunity for additional work as the agency continues to grow.

Responsibilities Responsibilities may include:

Managing and maintaining social media content calendars for multiple client accounts Writing thoughtful, polished social copy in distinct brand voices Scheduling and publishing content across Instagram, Facebook and other relevant platforms Selecting photography and video assets for posts, Reels, Stories and campaigns Creating and editing short-form video and social-first content Performing light photo editing and asset preparation Helping organize approvals, deadlines and client deliverables Reviewing content for accuracy, tone, spelling, visual consistency and overall quality Identifying relevant social trends and content opportunities that make sense for each brand Assisting with community management, collaborations, tagging and other day-to-day account needs Occasionally capturing photo and video content on location throughout Napa Valley Supporting larger campaigns, shoots and creative projects as needed Brand Voice Matters A major part of this role is understanding that every client should sound and feel different. We work with brands across wine, luxury hospitality, restaurants, travel, arts and lifestyle, and we're looking for someone who can adapt their writing and creative approach accordingly. The ability to understand an established brand voice and create content that genuinely feels like that brand is extremely important. We're not looking for generic social media copy or someone who simply follows trends. We're looking for someone with strong creative instincts who understands how to protect and elevate a brand. What We're Looking For Strong candidates will have: A strong portfolio and/or examples of high-quality social media, content, photography, video, design or brand work Professional experience creating content for brands or businesses Excellent writing, grammar and communication skills Strong understanding of Instagram and Facebook Experience with social media scheduling and publishing platforms Experience creating Reels and short-form video content Strong organizational and time-management skills Excellent attention to detail The ability to manage multiple brands, projects and deadlines simultaneously Strong visual judgment and an understanding of composition and storytelling The ability to work independently and manage agreed-upon deliverables Reliable communication and follow-through Experience working with wineries, hotels, restaurants, tourism, luxury, lifestyle or other premium brands is highly valued. Photography & Videography Photography and videography experience is a significant plus. You do not need to be a full-time professional photographer or filmmaker, but we are especially interested in candidates who are comfortable capturing polished, social-first photography and video when needed. Experience with Adobe Lightroom, Photoshop, Premiere Pro, CapCut or similar creative software is also a plus. Candidates with professional camera experience are especially encouraged to apply. Location Candidates should be based in Napa Valley or within reasonable driving distance. Much of the work can be completed remotely and on the contractor's own schedule, subject to agreed-upon client deadlines. However, occasional scheduled on-location content capture, client visits or events throughout Napa Valley will be part of the engagement. Reliable transportation is required for on-location work. Schedule & Engagement This is an independent contractor / freelance professional-services engagement. We anticipate approximately 10 hours of work per week to start , although weekly workload may vary depending on active clients, campaigns and projects. There is strong potential for additional hours and project work as the agency continues to grow. The contractor will generally determine when and how the work is completed, subject to agreed deadlines, client requirements and any pre-scheduled shoots, meetings or events. The contractor is free to maintain their own clients and other professional engagements. Compensation $30-$40 per hour , depending on experience, capabilities and portfolio. Additional project-based photography, videography and content-production opportunities may also be available depending on experience. About Napa Valley Creative Agency Napa Valley Creative Agency is a boutique creative and marketing agency working with brands throughout Napa Valley and beyond. Our work spans social media management, content strategy, photography, video, branding, creative campaigns and communications, with a particular focus on wine, hospitality, travel and lifestyle. We are a small, growing agency and are looking for someone who can become a trusted creative partner and provide meaningful support as our client roster continues to expand. To Apply A portfolio and/or links to social media pages demonstrating previous work are required for consideration.

Please submit:

A portfolio, website, and/or links to social media pages showcasing content you have personally created Examples of social media accounts you have managed, if applicable Examples of photography, video, Reels or other social content, if applicable Examples of social copy or brand writing A brief introduction and relevant professional background A short note about your current freelance work and why this opportunity interests you Please be clear about which accounts or pieces of content you personally created, managed or contributed to. Applications without examples of previous work will not be considered. We place significantly more weight on the quality of your work, creative judgment and real-world experience than on formal credentials or a traditional résumé.

Pay:

$30.00 - $40.00 per hour

Benefits:

Flexible schedule

Work Location:

Remote