Short-Form Content Creator for Japanese Matcha Brand

About the role

Create short-form video content, primarily Instagram Reels for a Japanese matcha brand. You will handle both shooting and editing, while bringing your own creative angle to how the brand looks on social.

In addition to original production, you may also be asked to edit videos using existing brand footage, product clips, and creator content provided by our team.

We want a creator who stays on top of trends without losing sight of brand consistency. We want a self-starter who brings ideas to the table and wants to shape how the brand looks and feels over time.
 

This role is a great fit if you…

• Actively follow Instagram trends and algorithm updates as part of your routine
• Can handle shooting and editing independently from start to finish
• Understand brand aesthetics and know how to make them your own
• Want to grow with a brand and help shape how it looks and feels over time 
   

Requirements

⚠ Please do not apply if you do not meet all of the following criteria.

• Based in LA: 
  • Able to commute to our DTLA studio for shoots on a regular basis (schedule TBD)
• Shooting & Editing Skills: 
  • Able to film with a smartphone or camera and independently edit video using apps or software
• Deep Understanding of Instagram Reels: 
  • Hands-on knowledge of Reels trends, audio, effects, posting timing, and the algorithm at a practical level
• Interest in Matcha & the Brand: 
  • You have tried matcha before and feel at home in wellness, lifestyle, or Japanese culture, and want to bring that into your work 
• Japanese Communication Skills: 
  • Comfortable communicating with our Japanese team and collaborating in a bilingual work environment. Native-level or business-level Japanese is strongly preferred.

Nice to have

• Experience with CapCut, Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro, or After Effects
• Active Instagram account with your own original content
• Experience creating content for food, beauty, wellness, or lifestyle brands
• Strong eye for color grading, typography, pacing, and post-production polish
• Interest in Japanese aesthetics, thoughtful branding, and visual storytelling

What to submit

⚠ Applications missing any of the following will not be reviewed.

• Portfolio: Share 3 or more Instagram Reels or short videos you shot and edited yourself. 
• Links or files accepted. Content that feels close to our brand world (wellness, lifestyle, Japanese aesthetics) is a plus.
• Instagram Account: Share your active handle or URL. We focus on your visual sensibility and fit with the brand, not follower count.
• Short Bio (200–300 words): Tell us about your production experience, your strengths, the tools you use, and why you're applying. When describing past results, please include specific numbers.

We receive a high volume of applications and review submissions carefully.　Strong creative fit, communication skills, and professionalism matter more to us than follower count alone.

Compensation & schedule

• Location: DTLA studio for shoots, with remote editing work flexibility depending on project needs.
• Studio Setup:
  All backdrop decor, props, and filming equipment are provided by our team.
• Schedule:
  Flexible scheduling based on shoot needs, content calendar timing, and candidate availability.
• Compensation:
  Compensation will be determined based on experience, portfolio quality, and overall fit.

How we hire

Application review  →  Brief message exchange  →  Video interview  →  Offer

Strong applications get priority. The more thorough your submission, the faster we move.