UGC Content Creator

smartdept. is searching for a UGC Content Creator for a specialty food and gift client located in Chicago, IL. The ideal candidate will come with 1+ years of experience creating UGC-style video content. This is a project-based, fully remote or hybrid contract opportunity.

Our client is building a paid media creative engine for Q4 and needs authentic, UGC-style video content, think unboxing and product demo videos filmed in a natural home setting, that can be tested and scaled across paid social channels.

What You'll Do:

Shoot UGC-style video content showcasing gift and food products in a natural, authentic setting (kitchen, living room, or similar). Record voiceover narration for videos. Edit raw footage into polished vertical videos (15-30 seconds) using CapCut or similar tools. Create multiple hook variations and caption options from each piece of footage to support paid social testing. Collaborate with the client's marketing team on creative briefs and direction. Turn around content quickly to hit campaign launch timing.

What You'll Need:

Own smartphone and ring light setup, no professional production equipment required. Proficiency in CapCut or a comparable lightweight video editor. Comfortable on camera and/or delivering natural sounding voiceover. Strong instinct for pacing and hooks in short-form social video. Able to work independently from a creative brief. Reliable communicator with fast turnaround.

Education/Experience:

No formal degree required. Looking for a demonstrated portfolio of TikTok, Reels, or UGC-style video content, 1+ years creating this type of content preferred.

Nice-to-Have Skills:

Experience creating content for food, gift, or CPG/DTC brands. Basic scriptwriting for short-form video hooks. Familiarity with paid social ad content and usage rights/whitelisting for Spark Ads or Meta boosted content. Range across unboxing, testimonial, and demo video styles.