Social Media Content Creator

About Us: Rated Red is a fast-growing media brand delivering news, lifestyle, and original video content to a heartland millennial audience. With over 2 million followers on Facebook and a growing presence on Instagram and YouTube, we cover everything from country culture and viral news to sports and Southern living. Our team is based in Nashville and thrives on creating content that’s bold, funny, and made for the feed. Position Summary: We’re looking for a creative, detail-oriented Social Media Content Creator to lead Instagram content creation and scheduling for Rated Red and our affiliated Like A Farmer podcast. This full-time contract role is based in our Midtown Nashville office and studio, and will be central to the visual voice of our brand on Instagram. Key Responsibilities: • Create Original Posts: Design and write compelling single-image posts with strong headlines and carousel-style posts for news and lifestyle stories tailored to the Rated Red and Like A Farmer audiences. • Video Scheduling: Prepare and schedule video clips from our original series for Instagram feed and Reels. • Content Planning: Collaborate with editorial and video teams to plan content calendars for both Rated Red and Like A Farmer Instagram channels. • Post Scheduling & Publishing: Manage publishing through scheduling tools and ensure timely, consistent posting aligned with engagement trends. • Trend Monitoring: Keep an eye on what's trending and pitch new content ideas that align with our brand voice and values. • Brand Consistency: Maintain visual and editorial consistency across all Instagram content. Qualifications: • 2+ years experience managing Instagram content for a brand, media company, or podcast • Strong design and writing skills with an eye for visual storytelling and headline creation • Proficiency in tools like Canva, Photoshop, or similar for creating image posts • Experience with social media scheduling platforms (e.g., Meta Business Suite, Later, Buffer) • Familiarity with Instagram Reels, carousels, and video clipping tools • Passion for news, lifestyle, and Southern culture a strong plus • Must be comfortable working in a fast-paced, collaborative environment at our Nashville office/studio Details: • Type: Full-Time Contract • Location: On-site in Midtown Nashville, TN • Schedule: Monday–Friday, standard business hours with flexibility for occasional after-hours posting Apply: Bring your creative chops, love of social media, and sharp instincts for storytelling, and help Rated Red make scroll-stopping content every day. Job Type: Contract Pay: $20.00 - $25.00 per hour Benefits: • Flexible schedule Work Location: In person