Social Media Associate for Design-Driven Brands (Contract, growth to Full-Time)
Urban Chic Media · Washington, District of Columbia, United States
FULL TIMEpermanent
Job Description
Social Media Associate for DC-Based Lifestyle Brands (Contract)Contract, growth to Full-Time | Must be located in DC/MD/VA Area
Submit your CV and any additional required information after you have read this description by clicking on the application button.
COMPENSATION & STRUCTURE:Training Period: $24/hourStarting your first full month managing client accounts: $1,075/month per accountRamp: start with 2 accounts and grow to 4 at full capacityGrowth Path: clear path to Senior Associate as you grow with usLocation: 70% remote, 30% on-site in DC/MD/VAThis is a long-term role. We’re looking for someone who wants to grow into a full-time place on the UCM team. Please read full description before applying!
COMPANYUrban Chic Media is a boutique, woman-owned creative agency helping design-forward brands shine online through thoughtful content and strong brand presence.
THE VIBEWe're looking for a creative, outgoing social media girlie who's obsessed with beautiful things—flowers, lifestyle, events, interiors, and all the magic that happens behind the scenes. Someone who cares just as much about capturing the perfect angle as they do about learning a client's story (and remembering their dog's name). Someone who's not afraid to grab a teammate and say, "okay wait, we have to film this TikTok real quick."
This role calls for confidence, strong visual instincts, full account ownership. You'll be working directly with our clients, helping bring their vision to life online and building real relationships while you're at it.
ABOUT THE ROLEAt full capacity, you'll manage 4 client Instagram accounts. We want someone who gets excited to:Jump on weekly calls with clients, brainstorm creative content, and pitch ideas confidentlyBe on-site 2-4x/month for content sessions, filming reels and posting live story contentHelp brands grow and glow online, highlighting their voice, inventory, and stories with intention
RESPONSIBILITIESStrategizing quality content briefs that are trendy and align with clients goalsWriting thoughtful, strategic captions aligned with each client's voice.Managing daily inbound and outbound engagement: comments, reposts, tagged contentPull and organize inspiration that aligns with each brand's aesthetic direction and goalsFilming and editing reels with strong pacing, hooks, and trending audio.Attending client shoots and creating BTS, interviews, styling walk-throughs, etc.Reporting on performance — Develop monthly analytic reports for each client.Designing elevated IG graphics in CanvaCommunicating with clients consistently — promptly responding to attending monthly meetings, asking good questions, offering fresh ideas, staying ahead
YOU'LL BE A GREAT FIT IFYou love being part of a small, collaborative team where creativity, trust, and good vibes lead the wayYou're genuinely passionate about helping women-owned brands grow through intentional, beautiful contentYou're a hype woman by nature. You lift people up, love working collaboratively, and care about relationshipsYou're a natural communicator. Chatty, warm, direct, and fun to work withYou're detail-obsessed, but chill. You'll never miss a tag or deadline, but you're also the one suggesting champagne at the shoot
SOFTWARE REQUIREMENTSExperience with:Instagram (Reels, Edits, Stories, etc.)CanvaScheduling platforms (we use HeyOrca)Light video editingProject management platforms like Trello
REQUIREMENTSExperience managing social content for multiple brands or creatorsStrong writing and visual storytelling skillsBased in the DC/MD/VA area and excited to be on-site regularlyBonus if you love design, styling, interiors, and elevated brandsAvailability and communication 9am-5pm EST
OUR HIRING PROCESS (WE BELIEVE IN TRANSPARENCY!)We've learned that the best hires happen when both sides know exactly what they're getting into. Here's how it works:Step 1: Application Review — We review your resume, portfolio, and any IG work you've managed.Step 2: Creative Exercise — Qualified applicants receive a short, unpaid exercise: create 1 reel and 1 carousel graphic using briefs we provide. This is a quick exercise that shows us how you think and execute.Step 3: Interview — If your exercise stands out, we'll hop on a call to get to know you better.Step 4: Paid Ramp Period — New hires start at $24/hr during training. In your first full month managing client accounts, you’ll move to $1,075/month per account, starting with 2 accounts and growing to 4 at full capacity as you hit performance benchmarks. From there, there’s a clear path to Senior Associate, Social Manager and Creative Strategist roles! xzbcwsv
Why we do it this way: We want to set you up to succeed, not throw you into the deep end. The ramp period protects you from burnout and gives us both time to make sure it's the right fit.
TO APPLY We're all about details, so incomplete applications won't make it past our inbox. Please email with the subject line:Social Media Associate – [Your Name]Include:A resume or quick portfolioLinks to any IG feeds or Reels you've managedOPTIONAL: A short video or voice memo (2 min max) sharing: 1) Why this role speaks to you and 2) A recent social media trend or idea you're loving
Submit your CV and any additional required information after you have read this description by clicking on the application button.
COMPENSATION & STRUCTURE:Training Period: $24/hourStarting your first full month managing client accounts: $1,075/month per accountRamp: start with 2 accounts and grow to 4 at full capacityGrowth Path: clear path to Senior Associate as you grow with usLocation: 70% remote, 30% on-site in DC/MD/VAThis is a long-term role. We’re looking for someone who wants to grow into a full-time place on the UCM team. Please read full description before applying!
COMPANYUrban Chic Media is a boutique, woman-owned creative agency helping design-forward brands shine online through thoughtful content and strong brand presence.
THE VIBEWe're looking for a creative, outgoing social media girlie who's obsessed with beautiful things—flowers, lifestyle, events, interiors, and all the magic that happens behind the scenes. Someone who cares just as much about capturing the perfect angle as they do about learning a client's story (and remembering their dog's name). Someone who's not afraid to grab a teammate and say, "okay wait, we have to film this TikTok real quick."
This role calls for confidence, strong visual instincts, full account ownership. You'll be working directly with our clients, helping bring their vision to life online and building real relationships while you're at it.
ABOUT THE ROLEAt full capacity, you'll manage 4 client Instagram accounts. We want someone who gets excited to:Jump on weekly calls with clients, brainstorm creative content, and pitch ideas confidentlyBe on-site 2-4x/month for content sessions, filming reels and posting live story contentHelp brands grow and glow online, highlighting their voice, inventory, and stories with intention
RESPONSIBILITIESStrategizing quality content briefs that are trendy and align with clients goalsWriting thoughtful, strategic captions aligned with each client's voice.Managing daily inbound and outbound engagement: comments, reposts, tagged contentPull and organize inspiration that aligns with each brand's aesthetic direction and goalsFilming and editing reels with strong pacing, hooks, and trending audio.Attending client shoots and creating BTS, interviews, styling walk-throughs, etc.Reporting on performance — Develop monthly analytic reports for each client.Designing elevated IG graphics in CanvaCommunicating with clients consistently — promptly responding to attending monthly meetings, asking good questions, offering fresh ideas, staying ahead
YOU'LL BE A GREAT FIT IFYou love being part of a small, collaborative team where creativity, trust, and good vibes lead the wayYou're genuinely passionate about helping women-owned brands grow through intentional, beautiful contentYou're a hype woman by nature. You lift people up, love working collaboratively, and care about relationshipsYou're a natural communicator. Chatty, warm, direct, and fun to work withYou're detail-obsessed, but chill. You'll never miss a tag or deadline, but you're also the one suggesting champagne at the shoot
SOFTWARE REQUIREMENTSExperience with:Instagram (Reels, Edits, Stories, etc.)CanvaScheduling platforms (we use HeyOrca)Light video editingProject management platforms like Trello
REQUIREMENTSExperience managing social content for multiple brands or creatorsStrong writing and visual storytelling skillsBased in the DC/MD/VA area and excited to be on-site regularlyBonus if you love design, styling, interiors, and elevated brandsAvailability and communication 9am-5pm EST
OUR HIRING PROCESS (WE BELIEVE IN TRANSPARENCY!)We've learned that the best hires happen when both sides know exactly what they're getting into. Here's how it works:Step 1: Application Review — We review your resume, portfolio, and any IG work you've managed.Step 2: Creative Exercise — Qualified applicants receive a short, unpaid exercise: create 1 reel and 1 carousel graphic using briefs we provide. This is a quick exercise that shows us how you think and execute.Step 3: Interview — If your exercise stands out, we'll hop on a call to get to know you better.Step 4: Paid Ramp Period — New hires start at $24/hr during training. In your first full month managing client accounts, you’ll move to $1,075/month per account, starting with 2 accounts and growing to 4 at full capacity as you hit performance benchmarks. From there, there’s a clear path to Senior Associate, Social Manager and Creative Strategist roles! xzbcwsv
Why we do it this way: We want to set you up to succeed, not throw you into the deep end. The ramp period protects you from burnout and gives us both time to make sure it's the right fit.
TO APPLY We're all about details, so incomplete applications won't make it past our inbox. Please email with the subject line:Social Media Associate – [Your Name]Include:A resume or quick portfolioLinks to any IG feeds or Reels you've managedOPTIONAL: A short video or voice memo (2 min max) sharing: 1) Why this role speaks to you and 2) A recent social media trend or idea you're loving
Details
| Company | Urban Chic Media |
| Location | Washington, District of Columbia, United States |
| Type | FULL TIME |
| Niche | marketing |
| Experience | permanent |