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Complex

Social Freelancer, Style

New York, NY · On-site +1

$28/hr

Create, curate, and be responsible for all content published to Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram for Complex Style. * Lead community management, moderation, and DM management using a deep ...

Complex

Social Freelancer, Sneakers

New York, NY · On-site

$28/hr

Create, curate, and be responsible for all content published to Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram for Complex Sneakers * Lead community management, moderation, and DM management using a deep ...

Complex

Social Freelancer, Style

New York, NY

$28/hr

Create, curate, and be responsible for all content published to Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram for Complex Style. * Lead community management, moderation, and DM management using a deep ...

Complex

Social Freelancer, Sneakers

New York, NY · On-site +1

$28/hr

Create, curate, and be responsible for all content published to Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram for Complex Sneakers * Lead community management, moderation, and DM management using a deep ...

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As of Jun 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for freelance content moderation in the United States is $36.06, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $27.40 and $41.83 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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AspectFreelance Content ModerationFreelance Social Media Manager
CredentialsBasic digital literacy, sometimes familiarity with moderation toolsSocial media marketing skills, content creation experience
Work EnvironmentRemote, often part-time or project-basedRemote or on-site, managing multiple platforms
Employer & IndustryWebsites, social platforms, online communitiesBrands, agencies, marketing firms
Search & Comparison IntentUnderstanding moderation roles, freelance opportunitiesManaging social media accounts, content strategy

Freelance Content Moderation involves reviewing and filtering online content to ensure community guidelines are met, often requiring basic digital skills. Freelance Social Media Managers create and execute social media strategies, requiring marketing knowledge. While both roles are remote and involve online work, they serve different functions within digital content management.

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Social Freelancer, Style

Social Freelancer, Style

Complex

New York, NY • On-site, Remote

$28/hr

Contractor

Posted 25 days ago

Job description

Company And Culture
Complex is the definitive platform for global youth culture and music lifestyle, seamlessly integrating cutting-edge content, commerce and live experiences with unparalleled scale. Through innovative content, Complex tells stories of music, streetwear and style, sports, art and beyond. Its content engages in a dynamic conversation with the audience, reflecting and shaping the zeitgeist of convergence culture. A powerful media juggernaut paired with a curated marketplace, Complex is redefining the way fans interact with their favorite brands and artists and reshaping the future of digital culture and commerce.
What You'll Do
  • Execute the voice of Complex Style (Facebook, Twitter/X, Instagram, TikTok) on all of our social platforms, exhibiting excellent judgment and audience-sensitive framing
  • Leverage a robust knowledge of streetwear and high fashion-and their intersections with music, pop culture, and sports-to inform content curation, trendspotting, and storytelling that resonates authentically with Complex's audience
  • Create, curate, and be responsible for all content published to Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram for Complex Style.
  • Lead community management, moderation, and DM management using a deep understanding of the Complex tone and voice
  • Surface and pitch viral, breaking, and social-friendly content to our news team
  • Develop creative assets in Photoshop and Premiere/CapCut
  • Ideate, source, and create original real-time content for all Complex Style audiences, identifying memes and trends at the cusp of virality
  • Support all social goals (growth, traffic, views, and engagement) and be accountable for providing vertical-specific tactics, strategic pivots, and added direction when needed
  • Track and share social and platform best practices with internal teams, providing best-in-class examples where possible
  • Manage workflow of editorial social posts, working with the branded social team to coordinate posting and schedules, when necessary

Who You Are
  • 2-3 years of social media and editorial experience with a publisher or brand
  • A deep understanding of the Complex Style content, voice, and tone
  • Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite and Premiere Pro
  • Must be willing to work nights and occasional holidays for coverage of live events
  • Positive, intuitive, proactive, and collaborative team player
  • Strong writing and communication skills, proofreading experience, and quick decision-making skills
  • Robust knowledge of streetwear/high fashion and how it connects to areas such as music + pop culture + sports.
  • Possess a deep understanding and fluency of all social media platforms (Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, TikTok, YouTube Shorts)
  • Proven track record in driving audience and consumer action on social
  • Remain up-to-date on what our competitive set is doing to ensure that our lane isn't being stepped on
  • Self-management skills + take charge attitude

$28 - $28 an hour
The Pay Range, which consists of rate of pay per hour, for this position is listed. Actual pay will vary based on factors including, but not limited to location, experience, and performance.
We're an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.
The above statements cover what are generally believed to be principal and essential functions of the job. Specific circumstances may allow or require some incumbents assigned to the job to perform a different combination of duties.
Complex participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.
Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for visa sponsorship.

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