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Location: Estero, FL
Category: Marketing/Advertising/PR
Job Type: Full Time
Summary
We’re Building the Most Visible Cycling Brand
Social Media Content Creator / Video Content Creator
Trek Bicycle Stores | Southwest Florida
Video Content Producer | Short-Form Video Specialist | Digital Content Creator
If you know how to turn everyday moments into social media content that captures attention, we want to talk to you.
This role is for a creator who understands how TikTok, Instagram, YouTube, and LinkedIn actually work and wants to build something big.
Role Summary
We are hiring a Social Media Content Creator / Video Content Creator to produce high-performing short-form video across TikTok, Instagram Reels, YouTube Shorts, and LinkedIn.
This role focuses on capturing real cycling stories, editing engaging social media videos, and growing our audience through consistent content creation.
The Mission
Turn everyday moments inside our bike shops into high-performing social media content that builds a large audience around cycling.
Your job is simple: Turn cycling expertise into attention.
Who We Are
Trek Bikes Florida is on a quest to build the most successful independent bicycle retailer in the United States.
Our culture is built on two principles:
- Underdog mindset
- Continuous improvement
We believe in developing great people, measuring results, and constantly improving how we serve customers.
Duties
What You’ll Do
- Create and publish high-volume short-form video content across:
- TikTok
- Instagram Reels
- YouTube Shorts
You will:
- Capture content inside stores, service departments, and rides
- Edit short-form vertical video quickly and effectively
- Develop repeatable content series
- Analyze performance and replicate winning formats
- Help grow the largest cycling audience in Florida
This role moves fast.
If you need perfect conditions to create content, this role will frustrate you.
If you enjoy publishing frequently and improving every week, you’ll thrive.
What Success Looks Like
Your work will help us:
- Grow our social audience to tens of thousands of followers
- Generate consistent organic website traffic
- Produce high-performing cycling content every week
- Build a scalable media engine around our brand
Day in the Life
A typical week in this role might include:
Spending time inside one of our stores capturing content from mechanics, sales staff, and customer interactions.
Filming real moments that can be turned into engaging short-form videos.
Editing and publishing multiple videos optimized for TikTok, Instagram Reels, YouTube Shorts, and LinkedIn.
Reviewing analytics to see which content performed best and adjusting your approach for the following week.
Attending group rides or local cycling events to capture authentic cycling content.
Every week you are creating, publishing, learning, and improving.
The goal is simple: produce content cyclists actually want to watch.
Requirements
Must Have
- 2–5 years experience as a social media content creator, video content creator, or digital content producer
- Experience publishing on TikTok, Instagram, YouTube, and LinkedIn
- Strong editing ability using CapCut, Premiere, or Final Cut
- Portfolio of short-form videos you personally filmed and edited
- Ability to produce multiple videos per week
- Comfort filming real people in real environments
- Based in Southwest Florida and willing to travel to our various stores
Nice To Haves
Nice to Have
- Experience growing your own social media account
- Background creating sports, lifestyle, or retail content
- Experience with YouTube long-form video
- Interest in cycling or outdoor sports
The Type of Person Who Thrives Here
High energy and curious
Obsessed with improving content performance
Moves fast and publishes often
Comfortable approaching people and capturing real moments
Wants to build something meaningful, not just collect a paycheck
Benefits
- Competitive hourly pay
- Performance bonus opportunity tied to response time, accuracy, and customer satisfaction
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Employee discounts on Trek products and accessories
- Paid time off
- Opportunity for career growth
How to Apply
Send us:
- Links to 3–5 social media videos you personally created
- Links to any social accounts you manage or have grown
- A short explanation of why your best video performed well
Applicants without a portfolio of real content will not be considered.
Optional Content Challenge (Highly Encouraged)
If you want to stand out, include the following with your application:
Imagine you walked into one of our bike shops tomorrow.
What 5 short-form videos would you film in your first week?
Briefly describe the idea for each video and how you would hook the viewer in the first 3 seconds.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Trek Bicycle Stores is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
About us
We are Locally Owned and Family Operated since 2006
With 17 locations in Southeast and Southwest Florida, our exceptional team of cycling enthusiasts is here to serve all of your cycling needs. Whether you’re new to the sport or a lifelong cyclist, we’re here for you!
Since 2006, we've provided South Florida's cyclists warm, trustworthy service at our family-owned shops. From our first Trek concept store in Estero to our many locations today, our mission has remained the same: To transform lives, one bike at a time—and promote health, joy, and community while we're at it.
Our mission has helped us rank as one of America’s Best Bike Shops eight years running and become a top 10 Trek dealer in North America.
Join us as we transform lives one bike at a time. We can't wait to see where we go together.
Salary: $24/Hr
Minimum Education: None
Minimum Experience: 2 Yrs
Reference ID: 175799
Location: Estero, FL
Category: Marketing/Advertising/PR
Job Type: Full Time
Summary
We’re Building the Most Visible Cycling Brand
Social Media Content Creator / Video Content Creator
Trek Bicycle Stores | Southwest Florida
Video Content Producer | Short-Form Video Specialist | Digital Content Creator
If you know how to turn everyday moments into social media content that captures attention, we want to talk to you.
This role is for a creator who understands how TikTok, Instagram, YouTube, and LinkedIn actually work and wants to build something big.
Role Summary
We are hiring a Social Media Content Creator / Video Content Creator to produce high-performing short-form video across TikTok, Instagram Reels, YouTube Shorts, and LinkedIn.
This role focuses on capturing real cycling stories, editing engaging social media videos, and growing our audience through consistent content creation.
The Mission
Turn everyday moments inside our bike shops into high-performing social media content that builds a large audience around cycling.
Your job is simple: Turn cycling expertise into attention.
Who We Are
Trek Bikes Florida is on a quest to build the most successful independent bicycle retailer in the United States.
Our culture is built on two principles:
- Underdog mindset
- Continuous improvement
We believe in developing great people, measuring results, and constantly improving how we serve customers.
Duties
What You’ll Do
- Create and publish high-volume short-form video content across:
- TikTok
- Instagram Reels
- YouTube Shorts
You will:
- Capture content inside stores, service departments, and rides
- Edit short-form vertical video quickly and effectively
- Develop repeatable content series
- Analyze performance and replicate winning formats
- Help grow the largest cycling audience in Florida
This role moves fast.
If you need perfect conditions to create content, this role will frustrate you.
If you enjoy publishing frequently and improving every week, you’ll thrive.
What Success Looks Like
Your work will help us:
- Grow our social audience to tens of thousands of followers
- Generate consistent organic website traffic
- Produce high-performing cycling content every week
- Build a scalable media engine around our brand
Day in the Life
A typical week in this role might include:
Spending time inside one of our stores capturing content from mechanics, sales staff, and customer interactions.
Filming real moments that can be turned into engaging short-form videos.
Editing and publishing multiple videos optimized for TikTok, Instagram Reels, YouTube Shorts, and LinkedIn.
Reviewing analytics to see which content performed best and adjusting your approach for the following week.
Attending group rides or local cycling events to capture authentic cycling content.
Every week you are creating, publishing, learning, and improving.
The goal is simple: produce content cyclists actually want to watch.
Requirements
Must Have
- 2–5 years experience as a social media content creator, video content creator, or digital content producer
- Experience publishing on TikTok, Instagram, YouTube, and LinkedIn
- Strong editing ability using CapCut, Premiere, or Final Cut
- Portfolio of short-form videos you personally filmed and edited
- Ability to produce multiple videos per week
- Comfort filming real people in real environments
- Based in Southwest Florida and willing to travel to our various stores
Nice To Haves
Nice to Have
- Experience growing your own social media account
- Background creating sports, lifestyle, or retail content
- Experience with YouTube long-form video
- Interest in cycling or outdoor sports
The Type of Person Who Thrives Here
High energy and curious
Obsessed with improving content performance
Moves fast and publishes often
Comfortable approaching people and capturing real moments
Wants to build something meaningful, not just collect a paycheck
Benefits
- Competitive hourly pay
- Performance bonus opportunity tied to response time, accuracy, and customer satisfaction
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Employee discounts on Trek products and accessories
- Paid time off
- Opportunity for career growth
How to Apply
Send us:
- Links to 3–5 social media videos you personally created
- Links to any social accounts you manage or have grown
- A short explanation of why your best video performed well
Applicants without a portfolio of real content will not be considered.
Optional Content Challenge (Highly Encouraged)
If you want to stand out, include the following with your application:
Imagine you walked into one of our bike shops tomorrow.
What 5 short-form videos would you film in your first week?
Briefly describe the idea for each video and how you would hook the viewer in the first 3 seconds.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Trek Bicycle Stores is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
About us
We are Locally Owned and Family Operated since 2006
With 17 locations in Southeast and Southwest Florida, our exceptional team of cycling enthusiasts is here to serve all of your cycling needs. Whether you’re new to the sport or a lifelong cyclist, we’re here for you!
Since 2006, we've provided South Florida's cyclists warm, trustworthy service at our family-owned shops. From our first Trek concept store in Estero to our many locations today, our mission has remained the same: To transform lives, one bike at a time—and promote health, joy, and community while we're at it.
Our mission has helped us rank as one of America’s Best Bike Shops eight years running and become a top 10 Trek dealer in North America.
Join us as we transform lives one bike at a time. We can't wait to see where we go together.
Salary: $24/Hr
Minimum Education: None
Minimum Experience: 2 Yrs
How to Get Visa Sponsorship in Video Content Creator
Lead with your portfolio, not your resume
Hiring managers for video roles decide in seconds. Put your reel or portfolio link at the very top of your application materials. A strong showreel does more to overcome OPT hesitation than any cover letter ever will.
Target companies with existing visa infrastructure
Studios, media companies, and tech firms that already employ international staff are far more likely to sponsor H-1B down the line. Smaller agencies may love your work but lack the legal resources to support your long-term authorization.
Document every freelance or contract project carefully
On OPT, self-employment is permitted but requires meeting specific USCIS guidelines. Keep contracts, invoices, and client records for every gig. This documentation protects your status and demonstrates legitimate work in your authorized field.
File your STEM OPT extension early if eligible
If your degree is in a STEM-designated field like Instructional Design or certain Digital Media programs, you may qualify for a 24-month extension. Apply at least 90 days before your current OPT expires to avoid any gap in work authorization.
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Get Access To All JobsFrequently Asked Questions
Does Video Content Creator qualify as a specialty occupation for OPT purposes?
Yes, when the role requires at least a bachelor's degree in a related field such as Film Production, Communications, or Digital Media. Generic social media coordinator roles without a degree requirement may not qualify. Review the job description carefully and confirm with your DSO that the position directly relates to your degree before accepting an offer.
Can I work as a freelance Video Content Creator on OPT?
Yes, self-employment is permitted on OPT, but USCIS has specific requirements. You must be actively working in your field, earning income, and able to demonstrate the work is directly related to your degree. Keep contracts and invoices organized. Working exclusively on unpaid passion projects without a structured business arrangement does not satisfy OPT employment requirements.
Where can I find Video Content Creator jobs that are open to OPT students?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for F-1 OPT and visa-sponsored job seekers. You can browse Video Content Creator listings filtered for employers who are open to or actively sponsoring international candidates, saving you from applying to roles that will reject you at the authorization question before a hiring manager ever sees your reel.
Can a Video Content Creator role lead to H-1B sponsorship?
It can, but it depends on how the role is structured. USCIS requires H-1B positions to qualify as specialty occupations, meaning the employer must establish that a specific bachelor's degree in a relevant field is a standard requirement for the job. Roles framed around creative output rather than a defined degree requirement sometimes face challenges. Mid-size and larger media companies navigate this more successfully than small agencies.
What happens to my OPT authorization if my Video Content Creator contract ends?
You enter an unemployment period, and OPT students are limited to a cumulative 90 days of unemployment over the full 12-month period, or 150 days if you have a STEM extension. Contract and project-based work is common in video production, so track your employment gaps carefully and report status changes to your DSO promptly to avoid inadvertently falling out of compliance.
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