Red Vines College Brand Ambassador (Fall 2026)

American Licorice Company, established in 1914 and family-owned for five generations, is the proud manufacturer of the iconic Red Vines candy. Based in Chicago, the company has a rich heritage of producing quality licorice twists using artisanal, small-batch techniques that prioritize consistent flavor and excellent craftsmanship. Red Vines have become a beloved treat celebrated across generations, synonymous with life's sweetest moments. Followed by fans on social media platforms like TikTok and Instagram, Red Vines continues to innovate while maintaining the tradition of delectable licorice candy.

This opportunity invites college students to become Red Vines Brand Ambassadors for the Fall 2026 semester or quarter. As a Brand Ambassador, you will play a key role in promoting Red Vines candy on your campus by distributing product samples and engaging your peers with creative social media content. Your mission is to make Red Vines the go-to candy during study breaks, campus events, movie nights, tailgates, and everyday hangouts. The position is a paid, project-based 1099 Independent Contractor role that offers a stipend and potential bonuses.

Your responsibilities include organizing and attending tabling events in busy campus locations, coordinating product drops with student organizations such as Greek life and clubs, and producing original content to share on your personal Instagram and TikTok accounts. The program deliverables consist of distributing candy samples and publishing multiple pieces of content including 5 TikTok posts, 2 Instagram feed posts (which may include carousels or reels), and 5 Instagram stories. Exceptional content might receive additional promotion, increasing your visibility and opportunity to grow your social media presence.

Throughout the program, you will stay connected with the EvolveZ team via Slack, participate in virtual training and scheduled support calls, submit photo and video content regularly, gather feedback from recipients of product samples, and encourage survey completion. This role offers a flexible schedule suited to college students, allowing you to balance your academic and extracurricular commitments while gaining valuable marketing, communication, and entrepreneurial experience.

You will receive an $875 stipend upon successful completion of the program’s deliverables, with payments made biweekly via PayPal or Venmo. The role also comes with a free Red Vines T-shirt to wear during activations and around campus, alongside opportunities for additional cash bonuses. The program fosters a fun and engaging environment where you can enhance your event planning, social media, and brand advocacy skills while connecting with like-minded peers. If you enjoy candy, social content creation, and event promotion, this is a perfect chance to represent an iconic brand and earn money in the process.