Social Content Creator

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Sydney, New South Wales, AUS
In-Office
Junior
Agency • Marketing Tech
The Role
Concept and produce platform-native social content (TikTok, Reels, Shorts). Monitor trends, script, shoot, direct, and edit lo-fi and studio content. Design static and motion assets, capture live events, collaborate with influencers and strategists, and leverage AI tools for production efficiencies.
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About Ogilvy  

Ogilvy, part of WPP, has been creating impact for brands through iconic, culture-changing, value-driving ideas since the company was founded by David Ogilvy 75 years ago. It builds on that rich legacy through Borderless Creativity – innovating at the intersections of its advertising, public relations, relationship design, consulting, and health capabilities with experts collaborating seamlessly across over 120 offices in nearly 90 countries. Ogilvy currently ranks as the #1 global agency network for creative excellence and effectiveness by WARC, signifying its ability to deliver creative solutions that drive unreasonable impact for clients and communities. Ogilvy is a WPP company (NYSE: WPP). For more information, visit Ogilvy.com, and follow us on LinkedIn, X, Instagram, and Facebook.


About WPP

WPP is the trusted growth partner for the world’s leading brands. We unite cutting-edge media intelligence and data solutions, world-class creativity, next-generation production, transformative enterprise solutions and expert strategic counsel in a single company – powered by exceptional talent and our agentic marketing platform, WPP Open, to help our clients navigate change, capture opportunity and deliver transformational growth. For more information, visit WPP.com.

Play your part in a brilliant company culture built on teamwork, creativity, and fun. 

 We are looking for an established Social Content Creator with 2+ years' agency or client-side experience, or as a social creator in your own right. This role sits within our Social@Ogilvy team. We value creativity grounded in insight, big ideas that are game-changing, flawless execution, and having fun across the office every day. 

 Working alongside social strategists and a dedicated team of content creators and community managers you'll be play a vital, hands on role in all things social including organic and always on programs, creator activity and integrated campaigns.  

 You're someone who's genuinely passionate about social.  You know what's trending, why it matters, and how brands can show up authentically. You want to sharpen your creative thinking while getting stuck into the craft of producing highly impact social content and creative ideas  

About the Role 

As a Social Content Creator in our team, you will concept and produce planned and reactive content for our clients and prospects. Your role will cover agile production of lo-fi content and content capture for dedicated shoot days. You’ll play a key role developing ideas and concepts to help bring strategy and creative to life for clients and new business pitches.   

What You’ll Do 
  • Content strategy & ideation: Generate compelling, platform-native, and on-brand content ideas that deliver against brand and campaign objectives.
  • Trend hacking: Monitor social channels in real-time to identify breaking trends, viral audio, and cultural moments, translating them into rapid-concept creative ideas.
  • End-to-end production: Script, shoot, direct, and edit high-quality, lo-fi social content (with a heavy focus on TikTok, Reels, and YouTube Shorts) using professional editing tools like Premiere Pro, CapCut, and native platform features.
  • Visual design: Design static and motion assets using the Adobe Creative Suite to support always-on and organic social programs.
  • Live event capture: Attend brand events, product launches, and experiential activations to capture real-time social content, collaborating on-site with talent, ambassadors, and fans.
  • Influencer collaboration: Partner with social strategists to develop highly collaborative creator briefs, ensuring external partners produce content that feels authentic and high-performing.
  • AI-driven production: Leverage WPP Open (our proprietary AI platform) to drive efficiencies, automate repetitive production tasks, and experiment with scale and personalization. 
 What You'll Bring  
  • A deep familiarity with native creator tools across major social platforms, with a strong focus on Instagram and TikTok.
  • An understanding of how to adapt content styles and formats so they perform best on different channel
  • A passion for staying current with platform updates, algorithm shifts, and emerging social trends.
  • A collaborative mindset, ready to pitch creative ideas and concepts in client presentations and internal workshops.
  • A passion to experiment with new formats and approach including repeatable formats, episodic content, clipping strategies and engagement techniques 
  • Proven record of accomplishment as a successful social content creator or influencer
  • A personal or professional portfolio (or active social accounts) demonstrating your passion and ability as a content creator.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills across various content formats.
  • The ability to work independently on tasks while remaining a highly collaborative team player.
  • Comfort taking ownership of your projects and showing initiative as you gain direction and coordination skills. 
Why Ogilvy?   
  • Go global with Ogilvy: As part of a leading global network, you'll have access to exciting career pathways and opportunities around the world. Expand your horizons and connect with colleagues across the globe. 
  • Family & caregiver support: We offer a gender-neutral parental leave policy, providing 16 weeks of paid leave to support all parents and caregivers throughout their journey. We're committed to helping you balance your career and family life. 
  • Unlock the power of AI: Get exclusive access to WPP Open, our cutting-edge global AI platform, and leverage the latest technology to enhance your work and drive innovation. 
  • Work in style at Barangaroo: Sydney-based employees enjoy our brand new, state-of-the-art WPP campus in the heart of Barangaroo. SYDNEY ONLY 
  • Work in style in Melbourne: Enjoy our revamped office with luxury end-of-trip facilities with views over the Royal Botanical Gardens. MELBOURNE ONLY 
  • Belong at Ogilvy: We're deeply committed to fostering an equitable and inclusive workplace. Our Inclusivity & Impact Council, SheCD, WPP Unite, and Reconciliation Action Plan programs are just some of the ways we're creating a culture where everyone feels valued and respected. 
  • Invest in your growth: We're invested in your success. You'll receive a tailored personal development plan to help you achieve your goals, along with dedicated support from your manager to guide your career journey. We leverage Culture Amp to facilitate meaningful career conversations and track your progress. 
  • Recharge & rejuvenate: Enjoy a range of additional leave benefits, including your birthday off, Summer Fridays, and loyalty leave (an extra day for each year you're with us). 
  • Wellness your way: Take advantage of discounted rates with health and fitness providers, plus access to yoga, meditation, and wellbeing programs to support your mental and physical health. 
  • Confidential support: We provide confidential counselling support through Telus EAP to help you navigate any personal or professional challenges. 
  • Recognising excellence: We celebrate your achievements and loyalty through our employee reward programs. 
  • Referral bonus: Bring your talented friends to Ogilvy and receive a bonus! 
  • Unlock exclusive savings: Access discounts and vouchers for major household brands through our benefits platform, perkSPACE. 

At Ogilvy, inclusivity is essential to our success. We're committed to building a workplace that embraces various perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds, knowing that diverse teams drive more impactful work. 

We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, Māori, people with disabilities, diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, all ages, genders, sexual orientations, gender identities and expressions, nationalities, and family structures. 

We believe everyone thrives when they can be themselves. We provide equal opportunities and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to reach their full potential.  

If you require any accessibility adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know: [email protected] 



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At Ogilvy, our people are at the heart of what we do: a creative agency that sparks game-changing ideas across culture and business through collaboration, integrity, and a celebration of self-expression. 

We believe in building powerful teams with purpose - and we relentlessly curate transformative initiatives that make our commitment to fairness, and equity a reality. 

Our ultimate mission is to leave a positive impact on the world, creating a better future for all, while supporting and uplifting the global communities we serve.  This is central to our mantra of Borderless Creativity.

Ogilvy is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without discrimination or regard to particular characteristics. We are committed to fostering a culture of respect in which everyone feels they belong and has the same opportunities to progress in their careers.

If you need any assistance seeking a job opportunity, or if you need reasonable accommodation with the application process, please contact us at [email protected]. Please note that this contact is only for candidates who are requesting accommodation. Emails for other purposes, including application status requests, will not receive a response.

Skills Required

  • 2+ years agency or client-side experience or experience as a social creator
  • Proven record of accomplishment as a social content creator or influencer
  • Personal or professional portfolio or active social accounts demonstrating content work
  • Deep familiarity with native creator tools across major social platforms, especially Instagram and TikTok
  • Ability to adapt content styles and formats for different channels
  • Proficiency scripting, shooting, directing, and editing short-form social video (TikTok, Reels, YouTube Shorts)
  • Proficiency with Premiere Pro, CapCut, and native platform editing features
  • Experience designing static and motion assets using Adobe Creative Suite
  • Experience capturing live event content and collaborating on-site with talent and ambassadors
  • Experience developing creator briefs and partnering with influencers
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills across content formats
  • Comfort working independently while being a collaborative team player and pitching ideas in presentations
  • Experience leveraging AI-driven production tools (WPP Open) to drive efficiencies and experimentation

Ogilvy Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Ogilvy and has not been reviewed or approved by Ogilvy.

  • Healthcare Strength Healthcare coverage is described as comprehensive in several markets, with medical, dental, and vision plans alongside mental health support options. Wellness supports such as EAP access and gym-related perks are also described as part of the package.
  • Retirement Support Retirement benefits are positioned as a meaningful component of total rewards, including 401(k) matching in the US. In the UK example provided, pension contributions are described as robust and potentially high after probation.
  • Leave & Time Off Breadth Time-off benefits are described as relatively broad in some locations, including sizeable annual leave and additional days such as a birthday off and volunteering time. Parental leave is also portrayed as enhanced in certain markets.

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The Company
HQ: New York, NY
11,000 Employees
Year Founded: 1948

What We Do

Ogilvy has been creating impact for brands through iconic, culture-changing, value-driving ideas since the company was founded by David Ogilvy 75 years ago. We build on that rich legacy through Borderless Creativity – innovating at the intersections of its advertising, public relations, relationship design, consulting, and health capabilities with experts collaborating seamlessly across over 120 offices in nearly 90 countries. We are proud to currently rank as the #1 global agency network for creative excellence and effectiveness by WARC, signifying our ability to deliver creative solutions that drive unreasonable impact for clients and communities. 

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