photo: amanda wormann
Before going freelance, I worked in-house with one of those *dream job* brands. And while I’ll be the first to tell you it’s not all sunshine and rainbows (yes, even at the coolest of companies), there is something really special about working for brands and products you can stand behind.
That’s why when I started my own business, I was on a mission to align myself with work I believe in – brands with purpose and products that matter – I told myself, if I believe in it, I’ll do it. Six years later, and I’m still lucky enough to stick to that mission, all while standing on my own two feet without the job security and cushion of a full-time position to give my career that cool brand street cred. Trust me, it’s a thing.
Still, I get hit up by companies recruiting for in-house roles thinking freelance is a second choice. It’s not. I’ve lost count of the times I’ve replied with, “this is an amazing opportunity with a brand I’d love to work with, but I’m not looking for an in-house role.” It’s true, there are a ton of great in-house gigs floating around right now. I’ve also been lucky enough to know people who are doing really cool things at really cool brands who are looking for really cool people to join their team. A lot of times, I’ve thought, “man, if only this were a freelance opportunity.”
Here’s the thing, I don’t want these awesome opportunities to go to waste. So, every couple of weeks, I’ll post a roundup of some of the coolest jobs I come across in the hopes they find their way to the right hands. Go get em, party people.
photos: @eastciders
Digital Marketing Manager @ Austin Eastciders
Location: Austin, Texas
About the gig: “With a heavy focus in Social Media, this role will grow community growth and engagement across a unified ecosystem of digital channels including: austineastciders.com, the brand store, all branded social media channels, influencer channels, and partner properties.” – Austin Eastciders
Social Strategist @ Girlboss
Location: Los Angeles, California
“Girlboss is looking for a creative, entrepreneurial, and whip-smart Social Media Strategist fo join it’s Los Angeles Office. Reporting to Girlboss’ Director of Grown, this position will set strategy for and create content for our Instagram channels, build the Girlboss brand and voice across a few different accounts, grow the Girlboss community, and drive subscription and event revenue from social.” – Girlboss
photos: @anthropologie
Social Media Creative Manager @ Anthropologie
Location: Philadelphia, PA
About the gig: “We are seeking a Social Media Manager to manage an established yet still growing social media presence, developing our community and ensuring Anthropologie delivers innovative and best-in-class experiences within the social media space. Together with the Creative Director, the Social Media Manager is responsible for the look, feel, and sound of Anthropologie’s social media channels.” – Anthropologie
photos: @filson1987
Copywriter @ Filson
Location: Seattle, Washington
About the Gig: “Our team is looking for a writer who is more than a copywriter. We need a storyteller, a visual thinker, and a guardian of the user experience who meets customer needs with clear, consistent, and compelling content. Filson is enjoying a sustained period of growth and reinvention, and we are looking for the right creative individual to define and standardize the voice and tone of this iconic brand.” – Filson
photos: @vermontcreamery
Director of Marketing @ Vermont Creamery (Land O Lakes)
Location: Websterville, Vermont
About the gig: “We have an amazing opportunity for a Director of Marketing based in Websterville, Vermont. This is a key leadership role in our rapidly growing company to enable our brand strategy, lead our amazing team, support our innovation roadmap and B Corp mission. This is an opportunity to lead a team of creative, agile marketers who bring entrepreneurial spirit in key marketing initiatives to increase brand awareness and drive national business growth. Not to mention enjoying delicious artisan cheese and butter as an everyday perk while living in the bucolic Green Mountain hills of Vermont. Come join a company whose award-winning products are consciously crafted to love.” – Vermont Creamery / Land O Lakes
photos: @yeti
Director of Consumer Marketing and Media @ YETI
Location: Austin, Texas
About the gig: “The Director, Consumer Marketing and Media will serve as a key leader within the marketing team, working directly with the CMO to articulate, craft and drive the Consumer Marketing and Media strategies and products for the brand and product portfolio. S/he will lead a team of marketers focused on driving consumer engagement across all commercial channels, including digital, direct-to-consumer and wholesale.” – YETI