Freelance Food & Restaurant Content Creator (LA-Based, Social Media Focus)

Los Angeles, CA (On-site)

Salary Not AvailableIntern/New GradOther

Posted 2 months ago

Job Summary

Own the end-to-end on-site restaurant content engine: plan, shoot, and deliver short-form food videos that showcase texture, plating, and personality, while guiding restaurant staff on camera and collaborating with the Creative Director to realize shot lists.

  • On-site video production: lead and execute on-site social media shoots at restaurant locations
  • Food-focused storytelling: film food-focused moments (texture, steam, plating, action shots) and direct staff on camera
  • Creative collaboration: work with the Creative Director to translate concepts into compelling short-form content

Job Description

Own the end-to-end on-site restaurant content engine: plan, shoot, and deliver short-form food videos that showcase texture, plating, and personality, while guiding restaurant staff on camera and collaborating with the Creative Director to realize shot lists.

  • On-site video production: lead and execute on-site social media shoots at restaurant locations
  • Capturing vertical content: capture short-form vertical content (Reels / TikTok style)
  • Direct talent on camera: direct FOH & BOH staff comfortably on camera
  • Food-focused storytelling: film food-focused content (texture, steam, sauce pulls, plating, action shots)
  • Creative collaboration: assist with filming light skit-style or personality-driven content
  • Speed and efficiency: move efficiently in fast-paced restaurant environments
  • Delivery and handoff: deliver organized raw footage promptly after shoots
  • Creative alignment: collaborate with our Creative Director on shot lists and concepts
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    Social Medusa Media

    At Social Medusa, we specialize in elevating brands in the food & beverage, restaurant, and lifestyle industries with tailored social media strategies that drive engagement and growth.We know that in these competitive spaces, it’s not just about showing up online. It’s about creating crave-worthy content, building community, and delivering real results.What makes us different? We combine content production with strategic expertise. From professional photoshoots and creative direction to influencer collaborations and paid ad campaigns, we take care of the heavy lifting so you can focus on running your business.Our services include:✔️ Full-service social media management✔️ Instagram-style and High-production content creation (photography, video, and more)✔️ Paid ad strategies to boost ROI✔️ Influencer partnerships that amplify your reachWhether you're launching a new product, opening a restaurant, or scaling your brand, we’re here to help you stand out and tell your story in a way that resonates.Let’s turn your passion into a brand your audience can’t stop talking about.

    Founded in 2020
    Los Angeles, California, USA
    4 employees (3 in marketing)

    Marketing Team

    Marketing Team Size
    3 (75% of company)

    Headcount Trend

    Current headcount: ~4