Social Media Lead

Social Media Lead Exa Innovation Studio, Inc. El Segundo, CA Job Details Contract $22 - $27 an hour 1 day ago Benefits Flexible schedule Qualifications Social media management Content writing English Japanese Schedule management Canva Social media engagement Video production Content scheduling Marketing analytics Social media brand management Event marketing Instagram Video editing Analytics Full Job Description Job Summary We are seeking a reliable and creative Social Media Lead to manage the Instagram presence of an established online fan community dedicated to Japanese consumer goods. This is a part-time contract role ideal for a self-starter who thrives in a structured environment and takes pride in consistent, quality execution. We welcome fresh campaign ideas and creative energy that help the community grow and stay engaged. Duties Social Media Management Plan, schedule, and publish Instagram content in alignment with the editorial calendar Monitor and respond to DMs and comments; escalate issues as needed Oversee paid promotion as directed Prepare monthly performance reports and provide data-driven insights Content Creation Concept, produce, and edit Reels and carousel posts Write concise, on-brand captions in English Host, coordinate, and film Instagram Live sessions; handle post-production editing Design campaign assets including menus and promotional graphics Events & Campaign Support Create content for one annual event and provide on-site support as needed Execute three seasonal campaigns per year, including audience communication and logistics coordination Coordinate with brand ambassadors to align content schedules and deliverables Qualifications Required 3-5 years of hands-on Instagram management experience (content creation, scheduling, and analytics) Proficiency in Canva, CapCut, or equivalent design and video-editing tools Strong written and verbal communication skills, including experience with external stakeholders Highly organized with a proven track record of meeting deadlines independently Based in the Los Angeles area Nice to Have Bilingual in Japanese and English Experience working with or for Japanese companies or brands Genuine interest in Japanese food, beverage, or culture Portfolio or links to past client Instagram accounts Compensation & Details Contract position: 15-30 hours per week depending on project cycle Competitive hourly rate based on experience Primarily remote with required in-person availability for IG Live sessions (approx. 3x/year) in El Segundo and an annual offline event in

Los Angeles Pay:

$22.00 - $27.00 per hour

Benefits:

Flexible schedule

Language:

Japanese (Preferred)

Work Location:

Hybrid remote in El Segundo, CA 90245