Work With a TeamThat Builds Real Brands.
We are not hiring in-house — but we are always looking for talented contract workers to collaborate with on client projects. If your craft is sharp and your work speaks for itself, let's talk.
5+
Years in Business
Oahu-based agency
40+
Brands Grown
And counting
100%
Contract-Based
No in-house staff
Remote
Most Roles
Work from anywhere
Who We Are
What We Believe In
Culture is not a perk. It is the reason our clients stay and our team thrives.
Community First
We build for Oahu — every brand we touch has a ripple effect on the people and places we call home.
Move with Intention
We are not a churn-and-burn agency. We take on fewer clients and give each one everything.
Excellence Always
We hold ourselves to a premium standard — in our work, our communication, and our culture.
Team Over Ego
Great work comes from great collaboration. Titles do not matter here — ideas and execution do.
What You Get
Why Work at Essence
Competitive Rates
Contract rates that reflect your skill level and project scope.
Flexible Engagement
Work project-to-project on a schedule that fits your life.
Oahu-Rooted Work
Collaborate with local brands doing meaningful things in the community.
Recurring Projects
Contractors who deliver become go-to partners for future work.
Creative Autonomy
We hire for expertise — then let you lead your craft.
Collaborative Culture
Even as a contractor, you are treated as part of the team.
Contract Roles
Open Contracts
All roles are contract-based. Click any to pre-fill the application below.
Brand Strategist
Lead brand positioning, competitive research, and go-to-market strategies for our growing roster of Oahu clients on a per-project basis.
Creative Designer
Deliver visual identity work across client brands — logos, web design, social templates, and print — on a contract basis.
Marketing Photographer
Capture brand photography for retail, hospitality, health & wellness, and lifestyle clients across the island on a per-shoot basis.
Social Media Manager
Manage social content calendars, community engagement, and monthly performance reporting for select client accounts.
Content Creator
Produce photo, video, and written content for client campaigns — from reels and blog posts to email copy — on a per-project basis.
General Inquiry
Don't see a role that fits? We still want to hear from you. Send a general application and tell us what you bring.
Apply Now
Take the First Step.
Fill out the form and we will be in touch within 5 business days. Every submission is reviewed by a real person — no bots, no auto-rejections.
Submit Your Application
Takes about 5 minutes.
We Review Your Portfolio
Within 5 business days.
Intro Call
We discuss scope, rate & fit.
Contract Agreement
We move fast when there is a match.
FAQ
Common Questions
Still Have Questions?
Not Sure Which Contract Fits? Let's Talk First.
Send us a message and we will help figure out the right fit. All contractors are vetted and onboarded through a simple, fast process.