Social Media Contractor

Social Media Contractor

Part-time contractor | 10–20 hrs/week | NYC based

Plantega is on a mission to make better food effortlessly accessible through New York's iconic bodegas. We're looking for a creative, culturally-tuned social media contractor to help us grow our presence, deepen community engagement, and bring the Plantega story to life across platforms.

What You'll Be Doing

  • Manage and grow Plantega's presence across Instagram, TikTok, LinkedIn, and other relevant platforms

  • Develop and maintain a content calendar that keeps our messaging cohesive, timely, and on-brand

  • Create and design engaging content that reflects Plantega's mission, bodega culture, and brand partner relationships

  • Monitor performance metrics and adjust posting strategy based on what's working

  • Build relationships with influencers in the plant-based and NYC food space; coordinate collaborations and campaigns

  • Respond to comments, messages, and inquiries to keep our community active and engaged

  • Attend select NYC events to capture and share live content

  • Stay ahead of platform trends and bring fresh ideas to the table

Who You Are

  • 2+ years of social media management experience, ideally with a brand or food/lifestyle company

  • Strong visual storytelling instincts and an eye for what performs

  • Plugged into NYC culture and genuinely curious about its boroughs and communities

  • Ready to tackle challenges with resilience and a good sense of humor

  • Enthusiastic about plant-based food and the role bodegas play in NYC's food ecosystem

  • Self-directed and comfortable working independently in a startup environment

  • Able to travel within the city as needed for content capture

  • Preferred: familiarity with the plant-based food space

The Details

  • Contract Type: 1099 Independent Contractor -- this is not an employee role and no benefits are provided

  • As a contractor, you are responsible for managing your own taxes, insurance, and expenses

  • Hours: 10–20 hours per week; flexible schedule

  • Compensation: $22–$30/hour, commensurate with experience

  • Location: NYC-based; some in-person content capture required

How to Apply

Send your resume, a brief note on why you're a fit, and links to social accounts or work samples you've managed to hello@eatplantega.com with the subject line "Social Media Contractor Application."