Part-Time Social Media & Brand Partnerships Specialist - Contract to Hire

About the Role

I am a Washington DC–based global development professional building a calm, elegant, editorial personal brand (this is not influencer or TikTok-style content).

I am looking for a part-time specialist who can manage my social media presence and proactively support brand outreach for paid partnerships.

This role is ideal for someone who understands personal branding for professionals, not viral trends.

Key Responsibilities

Social Media Management

Create and manage a monthly content calendar

Edit videos, post, reels, etc. and propose ideas for the content making

Schedule Instagram posts and stories

Manage DMs and inbound brand inquiries professionally

Track basic performance metrics

Brand Outreach & Partnerships

Identify brands aligned with my profile (lifestyle, travel, professional, women-focused)

Proactively reach out to brands seeking paid partnerships

Send collaboration proposals and follow-ups

Manage communication with brands (email + Instagram)

Maintain a simple outreach tracker (contacts, status, responses)

Style & Brand Requirements

Editorial, calm, minimal aesthetic

Professional tone (not influencer slang)

No TikTok trends, no loud hooks, no gimmicks

Understanding of premium, global, intellectual personal branding

Ideal Candidate

Has experience managing personal brands for professionals, consultants, or experts

Comfortable with brand outreach and negotiation support

Strong written English (very important)

Organized, proactive, and discreet

Able to follow a brand manual and tone guidelines

Time & Budget

10–15 hours per week

$500–900 per month (depending on experience)

Fully remote

To Apply, Please Share

2–3 accounts you’ve managed (preferably professional/personal brands)

One caption you’ve written in a professional tone

Any experience with brand outreach or partnerships (briefly describe)

Your availability and time zone

Important Note

This role is not for

TikTok growth hackers

Trend-focused creators

Influencer-style SMMs

It is for someone who enjoys working with smart, global, purpose-driven brands and understands subtle, elegant communication.