Brand Content Creator / Marketing Associate

About us:

EJL Entertainment is an exciting and dynamic company, proudly ranked #23 on Inc. Magazine’s 2024 List of the 5,000 Fastest-Growing Companies in America and recognized again in the 2025 list. We operate exciting brands like Yama Sushi Marketplace and Narumi Craft Sake, all dedicated to delivering a "Wow" experience to our customers.

We provide a clear vision for our staff, driven by a balance between hard work and fun. Our culture is truly supportive and encouraging, with teamwork that is second to none.

About the Role:

We’re looking for a creative and motivated Content Creator to join our team with 1-2 years of experience in content creation and marketing. In this role, you’ll help bring our brand to life across social media, digital campaigns, and community touchpoints. You’ll be hands-on with producing and editing content, while also gaining exposure to campaign strategy and performance insights.

This role combines content creation, marketing execution, and community engagement. You’ll work cross-functionally with internal teams and store partners to support seamless campaign rollouts, while also serving as a frontline voice of the brand, engaging directly with customers through social media, email, and online reviews.

Experience with or a strong interest in food, Japanese culture, or Japanese brands is a plus, but not required.

Qualifications:

• 1-2 years of experience in content creation and/or marketing
• College degree
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Proficiency in social media platforms and content creation tools
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays

Pluses (but not required):

• Japanese language skills (written and spoken) to support content creation
• Strong writing and editing skills in English
• Familiarity with Japanese culture and brands
• Familiarity with social media platforms (Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, and emerging trends)
• Experience with CRM tools
• Experience with design/editing software (Canva, Capcut, Adobe Creative Cloud – Premiere Pro, Photoshop, Illustrator, etc.)
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Passion for food, culture, and community engagement.

Key Responsibilities:

• Content Creation & Storytelling: Develop engaging content for social media, email, and blogs to showcase Yama’s brand, values, and offerings.
• Digital Marketing: Use social media and digital platforms to educate customers about the brand and assist in planning and executing marketing campaigns.
• Social Media & Website Management: Oversee social media accounts, update website content, and optimize for SEO.
• Online Reputation Management: Monitor and respond to online reviews, customer feedback, and social media mentions to maintain a positive brand image and address concerns proactively.
• Influencer & Partnership Management: Build and maintain relationships with influencers and brand partners to expand Yama’s reach, drive engagement, and create authentic collaborations that resonate with target audiences.
• Event & Advertising Support: Help coordinate events, in-store activations, and paid advertising efforts.
• Internal Communication & Store Updates: Effectively communicate company-wide updates, including new menu items, marketing initiatives, and events, to store managers to ensure consistency and proper execution at the store level.

Benefits:

• Paid Time Off:Vacation, sick days and holidays
• Comprehensive medical, dental and vision insurance
• Employee Meal Program

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $55,000.00 - $65,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Ability to Commute:

• San Marino, CA 91108 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• San Marino, CA 91108: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Work Location: In person