AUTOSTRADDLE CONTENT CREATOR
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 information, resources, and connection points for people seeking community, wellness guidance, and authentic representation. Through our digital presence and innovative product offerings, we foster radical self-expression and create spaces for individuals to embrace their true selves. Our mission is to be a trusted source of support and celebration for the LGBTQ+ community, meeting critical needs for visibility, education, and belonging in the digital landscape.
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.
Read our queer journalism on Autostraddle,
Feel our personality on Autostraddle Tiktok, For Them Tiktok,
See our visual identity in action on Autostraddle Instagram, For Them Instagram,
Browse our beautiful Magazine on our website
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/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 understands how to build brand in the LGBTQ+ creator economy.
Responsibilities
Mining Autostraddle's 16-year archive for viral-worthy content
Serving as on-camera talent ideating and producing videos independently
Translating complex research/journalism into compelling short-form narratives
Identifying trending topics and adapting our existing content to current conversations
Creating content that builds following and magazine/membership sales
Your ideal experience
Required skills and experience:
Demonstrated success creating viral or high-engagement TikTok content—whether for yourself, on behalf of an influencer, or for a brand
Strong on-camera presence with ability to riff naturally without scripts
Proficiency in social media content creation and short-form video editing (TikTok, Instagram Reels, YouTube Shorts)
Deep understanding of TikTok culture, trends, and what drives virality
Authentic excitement about and investment in queer content/history/culture
Ability to distill complex long form research/articles into entertaining video content
Nice-to-have skills and experience:
Experience leveraging existing content archives or research
Knowledge of queer history, culture, and current discourse
Familiarity with Autostraddle's voice and editorial approach
Experience using social content to drive sales
Structure
Remote (Freelance)
Flexible hours with consistent output expectations
Starting as freelance with potential to grow into part-time or full-time based on performance and results
As a trans-POC owned company, we strongly encourage applications from candidates from underrepresented backgrounds.
Authentic passion for queer content and ability to connect with our audience matters more than traditional credentials—show us your genuine investment through your application.
How to Apply
Apply by submitting all materials to → em@forthem.com with subject line "Content Creator - TikTok — {your name}"
Please submit the following:
Resume/CV
Experience • Link to your TikTok account(s) and any other relevant social media • Examples of content where you've translated complex information into viral videos • Demonstration of your on-camera presence and ability to connect authentically • Any experience with LGBTQ+ content creation or educational content
+ anything else that's creative and wonderful that you'd like us to see!
Portfolio Link to 3-10 TikTok videos that demonstrate your ability to: - Present information authentically without reading scripts - Make educational content entertaining and viral - Connect with LGBTQ+ audiences For each piece, explain: - What made it successful - How you approached making the content engaging - Your role if it wasn't solo creation
Case Study - Submit 2 sample videos based on Autostraddle articles that demonstrate your ability to translate long form article content from the website into viral-worthy Tiktok videos.
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
Be Respectful
Be Resilient
Be Compassionate
Choose Optimism
Check your Ego
Bonus note
What do you think of the following statements? Lets discuss
Video communication of ideas is superior to long form written content
Brand accounts should behave like influencer accounts on Tiktok
Follower growth is “luck”, there is no formula
