Hi, I’m Jan Michael Maneja. I’m a creative and detail‑oriented Social Media & Content Specialist focused on social‑first storytelling for lifestyle and luxury brands. I build engaging, platform‑native content across Instagram and TikTok, blending photography, videography, and short‑form video editing to drive audience growth and meaningful brand conversations. I collaborate directly with brands and business owners to craft visual narratives, manage content calendars, and analyze performance to adapt quickly to trends. I’ve led freelance photography/videography projects and contributed to real estate, beauty, and retail campaigns in fast‑paced environments. My hands‑on experience spans content planning, creative direction, asset organization, and cross‑functional teamwork to deliver polished assets and measurable results that strengthen online presence and audience engagement.

Jan Michael Maneja

Hi, I’m Jan Michael Maneja. I’m a creative and detail‑oriented Social Media & Content Specialist focused on social‑first storytelling for lifestyle and luxury brands. I build engaging, platform‑native content across Instagram and TikTok, blending photography, videography, and short‑form video editing to drive audience growth and meaningful brand conversations. I collaborate directly with brands and business owners to craft visual narratives, manage content calendars, and analyze performance to adapt quickly to trends. I’ve led freelance photography/videography projects and contributed to real estate, beauty, and retail campaigns in fast‑paced environments. My hands‑on experience spans content planning, creative direction, asset organization, and cross‑functional teamwork to deliver polished assets and measurable results that strengthen online presence and audience engagement.

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Hi, I’m Jan Michael Maneja. I’m a creative and detail‑oriented Social Media & Content Specialist focused on social‑first storytelling for lifestyle and luxury brands. I build engaging, platform‑native content across Instagram and TikTok, blending photography, videography, and short‑form video editing to drive audience growth and meaningful brand conversations. I collaborate directly with brands and business owners to craft visual narratives, manage content calendars, and analyze performance to adapt quickly to trends.

I’ve led freelance photography/videography projects and contributed to real estate, beauty, and retail campaigns in fast‑paced environments. My hands‑on experience spans content planning, creative direction, asset organization, and cross‑functional teamwork to deliver polished assets and measurable results that strengthen online presence and audience engagement.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Content Producer/Photographer
January 1, 2017 - Present
Produce social‑first photo and video content for fashion, lifestyle, eCommerce, and consumer brands across Instagram and TikTok. Plan, shoot, edit, and deliver short‑form video content, lifestyle photography, and branded assets aligned with client marketing goals and brand identity. Collaborate with brands to develop visual storytelling strategies that boost engagement and online presence. Edit content using Adobe Premiere Pro, Lightroom, Photoshop, and CapCut; adapt creative based on trends and platform performance. Support content planning, creative direction, and asset organization for digital campaigns.
Social Media Coordinator at Century 21 Atria Realty Inc.
June 1, 2022 - September 30, 2024
Produced photo and video content for real estate marketing campaigns, social media platforms, and digital brand promotion. Created engaging short‑form content for Instagram and TikTok and supported growth through trend‑based editing and storytelling. Edited content with Adobe Premiere Pro, Photoshop, and Lightroom while ensuring brand consistency. Tracked engagement, impressions, reach, and audience interaction to optimize content and strategy. Collaborated with copywriters, designers, and strategists for cohesive messaging.
Social Media Manager at Anbu Tattoo Studio
March 1, 2018 - March 31, 2024
Managed day‑to‑day social media operations across Instagram, TikTok, and Facebook; created and edited short‑form video content, photography, graphics, captions, and promotional assets. Maintained active follower engagement through DMs and comments; developed content calendars; implemented trend‑driven strategies to boost growth and visibility. Analyzed performance metrics to refine creative direction and messaging.
Operations Coordinator at Tiffany & Co.
September 1, 2024 - Present
Supported daily operations in a luxury retail environment while maintaining elevated client service standards. Collaborated cross‑functionally with client advisors and management to support client experiences, workflows, and product inquiries with high attention to detail.
Operations Manager at October's Very Own
June 1, 2021 - September 30, 2024
Oversaw daily operations and inventory management in a fast‑paced retail environment; collaborated with management and staff to maintain operational efficiency during high‑volume product launches and peak traffic periods. Demonstrated strong organization, multi‑tasking, and communication skills while managing time‑sensitive tasks.

Education

Diploma at Humber College
January 11, 2030 - May 25, 2026
Diploma at Sheridan College, Faculty of Animation, Arts and Design
January 11, 2030 - May 25, 2026
at Media Fundamentals & Marketing (Toronto program)
January 11, 2030 - May 25, 2026

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Retail, Professional Services, Real Estate & Construction, Consumer Goods