Open role · Remote · Freelance

Autostraddle Content Creator

Turn 16 years of Autostraddle's queer journalism into TikTok videos that build an audience and sell the magazine.

Who we are

For Them is a black trans-owned cultural platform that reaches LGBTQ+ communities where they are, primarily through social media. We provide vital products, resources, and connection points for people seeking community and support. Through our digital presence and innovative product offerings, we support people on their journey to embracing their true selves. Our mission is to be a trusted source of support and celebration for the LGBTQ+ community, meeting critical needs for products, visibility, education, and belonging in this world.

Autostraddle has been serving LGBTQ+ women, trans, and non-binary people since 2009. We're a goldmine of researched queer journalism: 16 years of meticulously documented history, culture and lived experiences. From groundbreaking trans representation research to deep dives into lesbian history, from queer TV criticism to coming out guides, we've built the definitive archive of knowledge. Our award-winning journalism has shaped discourse, our community has launched careers, and our voice has defined what authentic queer media looks like. We're not just documenting queer culture. We're creating it, preserving it, and now we're ready to translate it to TikTok.

What you will do

This is a remote freelance position for a Content Creator focusing on Autostraddle’s TikTok. You’ll transform 16 years of Autostraddle’s researched queer journalism, research, and reporting into viral TikTok videos that build audience and drive magazine sales.

You’ll mine our extensive archive, identify viral-worthy content, serve as on-camera talent, and translate long form queer history, culture and research for TikTok audiences. You’ll become another one of the faces of Autostraddle’s TikTok: someone who is passionate about queer content, who can authentically riff on our content, understanding that TikTok requires genuine excitement and investment in the material.

You get s*** done and take pride in your work. You’re resourceful and reliable, always spotting trends before they peak. You understand how to leverage our goldmine of resources to meet new Autostraddle audiences where they are at on TikTok. You can work independently, move quickly from trend identification to execution and understand how to build brand in the LGBTQ+ creator economy.

Responsibilities

Your ideal experience

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Structure

How to apply

Apply by submitting all materials to em@forthem.com with subject line “Content Creator - TikTok - {your name}”.

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Our beliefs

When we hire a candidate, we’re looking for certain qualifications of course, BUT most of all, it’s imperative that you align on the following team values:

Act Like An Owner
  • Innovative, creative and big idea thinking
  • Assess and initiate action independently, whilst knowing when to seek collaboration
Be Respectful
  • Showing up every day for the team and the customer (we love our customers)
  • Considered and actionable communication
Be Resilient
  • Confidence in pro-actively tackling hard problems
  • Quickly bouncing back when we pivot. This is start-up life. We will pivot.
Be Compassionate
  • Stepping into another person's shoes, but with enough distance to help
  • Understanding and encouraging equity vs. equality
Choose Optimism
  • Converting problems into actionable solutions
  • Belief and confidence in yourself and the team
Check Your Ego
  • Pivoting and iteration is never personal
  • Must be willing to collaborate and compromise

Bonus note

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