Influencer and Social Operations Freelancer

Influencer & Social Operations Freelancer

Rate: $45 – $65/ hour based on experience

Job Description

Who we are

Vessi is a category-defining footwear and apparel brand with roots in Vancouver, Canada. At Vessi we know that water is a magical ingredient for happiness and peace, and since 2018, we’ve been on a mission to welcome the water and share it with the world. That’s why we create 100% waterproof products that make experiencing the magic of water easier and more accessible for all. We also believe in protecting water supply and replenishing fresh water for people who need it most through meaningful charity partnerships.

Our community and team are out in the world spreading kindness, cleaning up coasts, and #makingwaves. And more recently with our expansion into omni-channel, we’re enabling even more people to experience the magic of water through our products and brand experiences. We’ve got big plans ahead, and during this next phase we’re looking for experienced freelance support to help keep momentum across influencer and social execution.

Overview

We’re looking for a Social Media & Influencer Operations Freelancer to support Vessi’s owned social channels and influencer programs on a day-to-day basis. This role is focused on execution and continuity. Publishing content, managing community engagement, coordinating influencers, and keeping workflows moving smoothly.

You’ll work closely with the Brand Communications team to execute social and influencer activity, manage creator relationships, approve content, and support Vessi’s ongoing social presence.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage and publish content across Vessi’s owned social channels based on existing plans and direction
• Respond to comments and messages across social platforms in line with brand guidelines
• Monitor social activity and flag issues, opportunities, or trends to the Brand Communications & Activation team
• Coordinate content and posting timelines with internal teams as needed
• Manage day-to-day communication with influencers and brand ambassadors
• Support ongoing relationships with top-tier organic ambassadors
• Coordinate product seeding, timelines, and deliverables
• Review and approve influencer and UGC content against brand guidelines
• Track deliverables, usage rights, and posting schedules
• Manage contracts, payments, and documentation using existing tools and processes
• Keep social and influencer workflows organized and moving efficiently
• Maintain clear documentation and basic reporting
• Flag delays, risks, or inconsistencies early

Qualifications & Skills:

• Proven experience managing brand social media channels and/or influencer programs
• Strong execution and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple workflows at once
• Comfortable handling day-to-day community management and real-time social engagement
• Familiarity with influencer platforms, contracts, and payment workflows
• Strong attention to detail and follow-through
• Clear written communication skills
• Ability to work independently with minimal oversight
• Apparel or retail brand experience and/or agency experience considered an asset

Bonus Points:

• Experience supporting organic ambassador programs
• Experience reviewing and approving UGC or creator content
• Experience working with lifestyle, apparel, or consumer brands

What You’ll Get:

• Opportunity to work with a growing, category-defining brand
• Flexible contract-based engagement
• Exposure to influencer and social operations at scale

At Vessi, we are committed to creating an environment where all team members feel welcome and have the opportunity to succeed. We believe that a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion allows us to truly fulfill our mission and live out our core values. We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage people of all backgrounds, perspectives, and skill sets to apply.