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How a Design and PR Firm Hired a Remote Creative Designer for $1,000/ month

Success Stories is a regular series all about the talent our clients hire via Somewhere and how much they cost. New here? Somewhere is a remote staffing agency that helps small businesses hire top overseas talent for 80% less than US equivalents.

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Editor’s note: Some customers prefer not to be named, so we’ve purposefully removed their company name in this article. We’re their secret weapon. :-)


What does this client’s business do?

Our client runs an end-to-end, boutique design, messaging, and public relations firm. They focus on creating and communicating unforgettable and impactful stories that grow brands and audiences. 

Who was hired and what was their role?

Through Somewhere, they were able to hire a remote social media manager who could enhance their brand presence online. Gerard was the perfect candidate for the role.

As a social media manager, Gerard is responsible for:

  • Planning and implementing social media calendars
  • Managing all social media marketing processes
  • Creating short-form videos and other collaterals for awareness and engagement
  • Staying on top of social media trends

What is the salary of the individual they hired?

Max now works full-time in the client time zone for $1,000 per month.

What was the candidate’s background before being hired? 

With three years of experience in the creative industry, Max has proven herself to be an effective designer. She was a Marketing Designer where she created EDM (electronic direct mails), social media advertising campaigns, and printed collaterals like posters, brochures, and banners. Max was also a community manager for the Instagram account of a previous client. Max would be described by her previous clients as an independent worker and a good communicator. 

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Looking to hire a remote marketer, hire a remote content marketer, hire a remote video editor, or hire a remote social media manager? Somewhere can help!

We specialize in connecting businesses with top overseas talent at 80% less than U.S. equivalents. Whether you need a marketing expert, content creator, video editor, or social media strategist, we’ll find the perfect fit for your team.

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