Blackstrad Concert Attire is hiring: Part-Time Short-Form Video Content Creator

Blackstrad creates modern concert attire for musicians in orchestra, choir and band. Founded by professional musician Mercedes Smith, the brand combines contemporary design with the comfort, movement and easy care performers need.Our clothing is worn by thousands of musicians across the United States and around the world. We are a small, growing ecommerce company based in Salt Lake City with a highly engaged community (31,000 on IG) and a founder-led story at the center of the brand.About the RoleAbout BlackstradBlackstrad creates modern concert attire for musicians in orchestra, choir and band. Founded by professional musician Mercedes Smith, the brand combines contemporary design with the comfort, movement and easy care performers need.Our clothing is worn by thousands of musicians across the United States and around the world. We are a small, growing ecommerce company based in Salt Lake City with a highly engaged community (31,000 on IG) and a founder-led story at the center of the brand.About the RoleBlackstrad is looking for a creative, reliable Short-Form Video Content Creator to help turn our products, founder story and customer insights into engaging social content.This is a part-time contract position. Applicants must live in the Salt Lake City metro area and be available to work with the founder in person approximately two to four times per month. Most in-person work will consist of planned batch-filming sessions, product demonstrations, and occasional launch content. Planning and editing can generally be completed remotely.The right person will bring ideas—not just wait for instructions. You should be able to develop strong hooks, write concise scripts, help people feel comfortable on camera, film attractive product-focused footage and edit it into videos that feel natural, polished and engaging.Content will feature the founder, musicians, models, customers and Blackstrad products. Videos will be used organically and in paid advertising, primarily on Instagram, Facebook and TikTok.ResponsibilitiesDevelop short-form video ideas based on product launches, customer pain points, reviews and brand prioritiesWrite hooks, scripts, talking points and simple shot listsHelp direct the founder and other participants on cameraPlan and conduct efficient batch-filming sessionsFilm founder‑led content, product demonstrations, styling videos and behind‑the‑scenes footageEdit vertical videos with captions, music and on-screen textCreate alternate openings or shorter versions of selected videosAccurately capture garment fit, movement and product detailsOrganize raw footage and completed contentReview basic performance results and use them to improve future videosCollaborate with Blackstrad’s founder and advertising teamInitial Monthly ScopeThe initial engagement will include approximately 20–25 hours per month:Two planned batch‑filming sessionsUp to two shorter in‑person filming or planning sessions when neededSix to eight completed short‑form videosConcepts, scripts and shot lists prepared before filmingSelected alternate hooks or cutdowns using the same footageOne round of revisions per videoThe scope may grow over time if the partnership is successful.QualificationsPortfolio showing short‑form vertical video workAbility to generate ideas and turn them into finished videosExperience filming and editing Instagram Reels, TikToks or similar contentComfortable helping people who are not professional actors feel natural on cameraStrong understanding of hooks, pacing and visual storytellingProficiency with CapCut, Adobe Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro or similar softwareComfortable with basic lighting and audioStrong visual judgment and attention to clothing and product detailsReliable, organized and able to meet deadlinesMust live in the Salt Lake City metro area and have reliable transportation for in‑person filmingExperience with fashion, ecommerce, paid social advertising or founder‑led content is preferred. Familiarity with musicians or the performing arts is a plus.Compensation$1,000 monthly retainer for an initial 90‑day paid trial, based on the scope above. There may be an opportunity to expand the role, deliverables and compensation after the trial period.#J-18808-Ljbffr