About the Role
We are seeking a creative Freelance Social Media Content Creator to develop engaging, culturally relevant content for our Japan market social media initiatives. The role requires a blend of social media expertise and illustration skills, particularly in manga-inspired visual storytelling, to connect with Japanese audiences and increase brand awareness.
Responsibilities
- Create engaging social media content tailored for the Japanese market across platforms such as Instagram, TikTok, X (Twitter), LinkedIn, and other relevant channels.
- Develop manga-style illustrations, character designs, comics, and visual storytelling assets for social campaigns.
- Translate marketing concepts into compelling visual narratives suitable for Japanese audiences.
- Create social media graphics, short-form content, and creative assets aligned with brand guidelines.
- Research Japanese social media trends, content formats, and audience preferences.
- Support content planning, ideation, and creative strategy for Japan-focused campaigns.
- Collaborate with global marketing teams to adapt content for local relevance.
- Analyse content performance and provide recommendations to improve engagement.
Requirements
- Proven experience creating social media content for the Japanese market or Japanese audiences.
- Strong illustration skills with experience in manga, anime-inspired, or character-based artwork.
- Portfolio demonstrating social media content creation and visual storytelling abilities.
- Understanding of Japanese pop culture, online communities, and digital content trends.
- Experience designing content for platforms such as Instagram, TikTok, X, or similar channels.
- Ability to balance creativity with marketing objectives.
- Strong written and visual communication skills.
- Experience working with international brands or global marketing teams.
- Familiarity with the Japanese language and cultural nuances.
- Experience creating short-form video content, animations, or motion graphics.
- Understanding of social media analytics and engagement optimisation.
Skills
- Social Media Content Creation
- Illustration
- Manga-style Artwork
- Visual Storytelling
- Graphic Design
- Content Strategy
- Trend Research
- Collaboration
- Content Analysis
- Japanese Pop Culture Understanding
- Video Content Creation
- Animation
- Motion Graphics
- Social Media Analytics
Location
- Japan
Work Type
- Freelance
- Remote
Experience Level
- Mid-level
