Career Opportunities at LIFEAID Beverage Co.

Interested in joining our growing team of purpose-driven, health-conscious men and women who are dedicated to embodying the LIFEAID brand, helping to leave the world a healthier place than we found it? Find out more about our company and current employment opportunities below.

About Us

LIFEAID Beverage Co. is an independent company still led by our founders — Dr. Aaron Hinde and Orion Melehan — who represent a new generation of entrepreneurs focused on corporate responsibility and stewardship. They believe that true success isn’t success at all if not shared. Our small team is comprised of a group of talented, dedicated individuals who love what they do and are proud to stand behind our brand. For good reason! LIFEAID employees receive medical benefits, free access to our own private gym, a fun, positive work environment, and financial participation in the company’s growth — making everyone who works (and plays) at LIFEAID a true stakeholder.

Our Core Values

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Provide the most fun, healthy, holistic and fulfilling work environment in Santa Cruz County.
2
Deliberately, sustainably & consistently create long-term value for our customers and stakeholders.
3
Be curious, ask questions, communicate and adopt a growth mindset.
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Everyone is an owner — approach your work as such.
5
Work hard, play hard — have fun doing both.
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Create raving fans — of our team members, customers, suppliers and community.
7
Be solutions-oriented, not problem-focused.
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Do more with less.
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Strive for continuous improvement instead of perfection.
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Always play the long game.

Job Openings

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Elite Sales Executive - Sports Nutrition & Fitness
 
Job Description:

FITAID is seeking a dynamic and driven Elite Sales Executive to join our team. This role is ideal for a seasoned professional with extensive experience in the sports nutrition and fitness industry. As an Elite Sales Executive, you will leverage your expertise and passion for fitness to drive sales and expand our customer base. Your primary responsibility will be to engage with potential clients over the phone, showcasing the benefits of FITAID products, and closing sales to meet our growth objectives.

About FITAID | LIFEAID Beverage Co. is an independent company still led by our founders — Dr. Aaron Hinde and Orion Melehan — who represent a new generation of entrepreneurs focused on corporate responsibility and stewardship. They believe that true success isn’t success at all if not shared. Our small team is comprised of a group of talented, dedicated individuals who love what they do and are proud to stand behind our brand. For good reason! LIFEAID employees receive medical benefits, free access to our own private gym, a fun, positive work environment, matching 401K, and financial participation in the company’s growth — making everyone who works (and plays) at LIFEAID a true stakeholder.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Client Engagement: Proactively reach out to potential clients within the fitness and sports nutrition space, understanding their needs and presenting tailored FITAID solutions.
  • Sales Strategy: Develop and implement effective telesales strategies to achieve and exceed sales targets.
  • Product Knowledge: Maintain in-depth knowledge of FITAID products, including their benefits and competitive advantages, to confidently address client inquiries and objections.
  • Relationship Building: Establish and nurture strong relationships with clients, fostering loyalty and repeat business.
  • Communication: Demonstrate exceptional communication skills, both verbal and written, to effectively convey product benefits and negotiate sales.
  • Team Collaboration: Work closely with the marketing and product development teams to align sales efforts with overall company goals.
  • Reporting: Provide regular sales reports and updates to management, identifying trends and opportunities for improvement.
 
Experience: 
Minimum of 3 years of telesales experience, with a strong track record of success in the sports nutrition or fitness industry.
  • Knowledge: Deep understanding of sports nutrition products and the fitness market.
  • Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to persuade and influence clients.
  • Team Player: Strong ability to collaborate with team members across various departments.
  • Driven: Highly motivated, goal-oriented, and able to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
  • Customer-Centric: Passionate about helping clients achieve their fitness goals through the use of FITAID products.
 
What We Offer:
  • Competitive Salary: Attractive base salary with performance-based incentives.
  • Growth Opportunities: Opportunities for career advancement within a rapidly growing company.
  • Supportive Environment: A collaborative and supportive work culture that values innovation and teamwork.
  • Product Discounts: Access to FITAID products at discounted rates.
  • Join FITAID and become a part of a team that is dedicated to revolutionizing the sports nutrition industry. Apply today and help us drive the future of fitness!
 
How to Apply:

Interested candidates are invited to submit their resume and a cover letter outlining their relevant experience and why they are a perfect fit for this role using the submission form below.

About FITAID by LIFEAID Beverage Co. LLC

FITAID, the fitness recovery original, founded in Santa Cruz in 2011, has been a mainstay of gym routines around the globe for simplified recovery. FITAID is a collection of clean fitness drinks that are always naturally sweetened, have clean caffeine, and use the highest quality vitamin blends. Whether you are looking for recovery, performance, or sports energy, there is a FITAID expertly designed to help you reach your fitness goals, time and again. Find your fit and supplement your lifestyle at www.drinkfitaid.com. FITAID is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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Customer Service Representative
 
Location: Santa Cruz, CA
Employment: Full-time remote position or Full-time position available with office hours at HQ in Santa Cruz, CA.
 
Are you hard working, reliable, self-motivated and fun to be around?  Are you looking to join an incredible team in a supportive, fun and fast-paced work environment? If so, we have the dream job for you. We are a rapidly growing, healthy beverage company located in Santa Cruz seeking a vibrant, intelligent, and engaging individual for a full time customer service position.

Quality Control Manager
 
Location: Santa Cruz, CA
Employment: Full-Time
 
We're seeking a vibrant, intelligent, and engaging individual for a full time Quality Control Manager. This position requires a detailed and quality-oriented person with excellent administrative, organizational, proofreading, and excellent verbal and written communication skills. This person must have the ability to independently prioritize and multi-task with minimal supervision in a team-oriented, production environment.

Area Sales Manager - Austin
 
Location: Austin/San Antonio, Texas
Employment: Full-Time
 
Area Sales Managers (ASM) visit accounts in their assigned territory and work with local distributors and distributor sales reps to achieve sales objectives. ASM will take ownership of the LIFEAID Beverage Co line for his or her designated geography. The position requires a self-motivated, organized, energetic, and creative person.

Area Sales Manager - San Antonio
 
Location: Austin/San Antonio, Texas
Employment: Full-Time
 
Area Sales Managers (ASM) visit accounts in their assigned territory and work with local distributors and distributor sales reps to achieve sales objectives. ASM will take ownership of the LIFEAID Beverage Co line for his or her designated geography. The position requires a self-motivated, organized, energetic, and creative person.

Area Sales Manager - Arizona
 
Location: Arizona
Employment: Full-Time
 
Area Sales Managers (ASM) visit accounts in their assigned territory and work with local distributors and distributor sales reps to achieve sales objectives. ASM will take ownership of the LIFEAID Beverage Co line for his or her designated geography. The position requires a self-motivated, organized, energetic, and creative person.

Sales Administrative Assistant
 
Location: Florida
Employment: Part-Time
 
Are you hard working, reliable, self-motivated, and fun to be around?  Are you looking to join an incredible team in a supportive, fun, and fast-paced work environment? If so, we have the dream job for you. LIFEAID Beverage Company is seeking a vibrant, intelligent, and engaging individual for a part time position as a Sales Administrative Assistant.

Area Sales Manager
 
Location: Los Angeles, California
Employment: Full-Time
 
Area Sales Managers (ASM) visit accounts in their assigned territory and works with local distributors and distributor sales reps to achieve sales objectives. The ASM position is a remote position and will take ownership of the LIFEAID Beverage Co line for his or her designated geography. The position requires a self-motivated, organized, energetic and creative person.

Area Sales Manager
 
Location: Austin/San Antonio, TX
Employment: Full-Time
 
Area Sales Managers (ASM) visit accounts in their assigned territory and works with local distributors and distributor sales reps to achieve sales objectives. The ASM position is a remote position and will take ownership of the LIFEAID Beverage Co line for his or her designated geography. The position requires a self-motivated, organized, energetic and creative person.

Area Sales Associate
 
Location: Arizona
Employment: Full-Time
 
Area Sales Associates (ASA) visit accounts in their assigned territory and works with local distributors and distributor sales reps to achieve sales objectives. The ASA position is a remote position and will take ownership of the LIFEAID Beverage Co line for his or her designated geography. The position requires a self-motivated, organized, energetic and creative person.

Field Marketing Manager
 
Location: Arizona
Employment: Full-Time
 
Our ideal candidate is passionate about contributing to a healthier world, has experience developing and executing marketing campaigns while working with a team. They will be comfortable with day-to-day marketing activities, as well as long-term strategy, thriving with tight deadlines and changing needs.

Field Marketing Manager
 
Location: Northern California
Employment: Full-Time
 
Our ideal candidate is passionate about contributing to a healthier world, has experience developing and executing marketing campaigns while working with a team. They will be comfortable with day-to-day marketing activities, as well as long-term strategy, thriving with tight deadlines and changing needs.

Area Sales Manager
 
Location: Pacific Northwest
Employment: Full-Time
 
Area Sales Managers (ASM) visit accounts in their assigned territory and works with local distributors and distributor sales reps to achieve sales objectives. The ASM position is a remote position and will take ownership of the LIFEAID Beverage Co line for his or her designated geography. The position requires a self-motivated, organized, energetic and creative person.

Sports Channel Manager West
 
Location: Orange County/San Diego
Employment: Full-Time
 
The Sports Channel Field Sales Team helps (SCFS) generate leads, cultivate relationships, visit gym and retail accounts in their assigned territory to achieve measurable sales objectives. SCFS will take ownership of the LIFEAID Beverage Co lineup, growing the gym, retail and distributor partners while expanding our direct account base. The position requires a self-motivated, outgoing, organized, energetic, and creative person.

LIFEAID MARKETING INTERNSHIP (PAID)
 
Location: Santa Cruz, CA
Employment: Full-Time
 
LIFEAID is looking for a self-motivated, hardworking, resourceful person to participate in our paid internship program. Over the course of ten weeks, our intern will assist in our fast pace marketing department. They will learn valuable skills while working in an environment that facilitates forward-thinking and creativity.

LIFEAID BRIGAID
 
Location: TBD
Employment: Part-Time
 
LIFEAID is looking for brand ambassadors across the USA! This team of approachable, outgoing, responsible, reliable and charismatic individuals is dubbed the BRIGAID. We are looking for suitable candidates to join our team part-time. As a BRIGAID member, you would be the face of the LIFEAID brand in your area, helping us introduce LIFEAID products to new consumers. BRIGAID team members are also accountable for assisting the National Marketing Manager in implementing creative, grass-roots field marketing and consumer experiences of LIFEAID products through in-store demos, street sampling and special events.
Summer Creative Marketing Internship (Paid)
Creative • Social • Design • Content • Brand Marketing

We’re looking for ambitious, creative, internet-savvy interns to join our marketing and creative team for the summer.
This is a hands-on paid internship for someone who wants real experience working inside a fast-moving consumer brand in the fitness, wellness, and lifestyle space. You’ll work closely with our creative and marketing teams to help bring campaigns, content, product launches, and social ideas to life.
If you love design, social media, fitness culture, storytelling, trends, content creation, or digital marketing — we’d love to meet you. Hourly Compensation DOE $20-30/hour.

What You’ll Work On
  • Assist with social media content creation and campaign execution
  • Help design graphics, presentations, digital assets, and marketing materials
  • Support photo/video shoots and content production
  • Edit short-form video content for Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, and paid ads
  • Research trends, creators, competitors, and emerging platforms
  • Assist with email marketing, website updates, and digital campaigns
  • Brainstorm creative concepts for launches, promotions, and partnerships
  • Organize content libraries, creative files, and project workflows
  • Support event marketing, sampling activations, and community initiatives when needed
Who You Are
  • Creative, curious, organized, and eager to learn
  • Passionate about fitness, wellness, sports, supplements, lifestyle brands, or marketing
  • Comfortable working in a collaborative, fast-paced environment
  • Someone who notices trends before everyone else
  • A strong communicator with attention to detail
  • Excited to contribute ideas and try new things
  • Able to take initiative and manage projects independently when needed
Preferred Skills (Not Required)
We know interns are still learning — you do not need to check every box.
Helpful experience includes:
  • Canva, Adobe Creative Suite, CapCut, or Figma
  • Photography, video editing, or social media content creation
  • TikTok, Instagram Reels, YouTube Shorts, or trend research
  • Graphic design or motion graphics
  • Writing, copywriting, or storytelling
  • Basic understanding of digital marketing or paid social
  • Experience creating content for personal brands, school projects, clubs, or small businesses
Internship Details
  • Paid summer internship
  • Part-time or full-time opportunities available
  • Hybrid/remote flexibility depending on role and location
  • Santa Cruz, CA area preferred but not required
  • Internship dates flexible based on school schedules
To Apply
Please send:
  • Your resume
  • Portfolio, social accounts, or examples of creative work (if available)
  • A short note introducing yourself and why you’re interested

Applications without work samples, social links, or examples of creative projects may not be considered.
Send applications to: design@lifeaidbevco.com

Important:
To help us identify applicants who pay attention to detail, please include the word “protien” somewhere in your application materials.

Social Media Internship (Paid)
Creative • Social • Design • Content • Brand Marketing

We’re looking for a social media intern who is extremely online, culturally aware, creative, funny, and genuinely obsessed with fitness, wellness, sports, and internet trends. This is not a corporate, boring, scheduled-post internship.
We want someone who understands what people actually share, laugh at, comment on, save, repost, and send to their friends. Someone who can spot trends early, create content quickly, and help brands feel human on social media.
You’ll work directly with our marketing and creative team to help create engaging content across Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, and emerging platforms.
If your camera roll is full of gym memes, screenshots of viral content, workout clips, aesthetic food photos, and niche TikTok references… you’ll probably fit right in. Hourly Compensation DOE $20-30/hour.

What You’ll Work On
  • Assist with day-to-day social media content creation
  • Brainstorm and pitch funny, relevant, trend-forward ideas
  • Create short-form content for Instagram Reels, TikTok, Stories, and YouTube Shorts
  • Help write captions, hooks, and social copy
  • Research trends, creators, memes, sounds, and cultural moments
  • Capture behind-the-scenes content, workouts, events, and product moments
  • Help manage community engagement and social conversations
  • Support influencer and creator campaigns
  • Assist with social reporting and performance tracking
  • Occasionally appear in content if you’re comfortable on camera
Who You Are
  • Funny. Like actually funny.
  • Deeply into fitness, gym culture, sports, wellness, or supplements
  • Chronically online in a productive way
  • Knows the difference between good brand content and painfully corporate content
  • Understands internet culture, pacing, trends, and what performs organically
  • Comfortable shooting/editing content on a phone
  • Creative, proactive, collaborative, and adaptable
  • Someone who sends memes before 8am
Bonus Points If You:
  • Edit videos in CapCut, Premiere, or Final Cut
  • Have experience growing personal or meme accounts
  • Understand TikTok and Instagram algorithms
  • Can design simple graphics in Canva, Photoshop, or Figma
  • Have photography or videography skills
  • Are active in the fitness community
  • Know how to make content feel authentic instead of overly polished
Internship Details
  • Paid internship
  • Summer opportunity with potential for extension
  • Part-time preferred
  • Hybrid/remote flexibility depending on location
  • Santa Cruz, CA area is a plus
To Apply
Please send:
  • Your resume
  • Portfolio, social accounts, or examples of creative work (if available)
  • A short note introducing yourself and why you’re interested
  • Any meme accounts, edits, videos, or creative projects you’re proud of

Applications without work samples, social links, or examples of creative projects may not be considered.
Send applications to: press@lifeaidbevco.com

Important:
To show us you actually read the job posting, include the word “flex” somewhere in your application materials.

Marketing Internship (Paid)
Brand Marketing • Social Media • Content • Events • Digital

We’re looking for a motivated, creative, and culturally aware Marketing Intern to join our team for a paid summer internship.
This role is perfect for someone who loves fitness, wellness, sports, supplements, social media, and consumer brands — and wants real-world experience inside a fast-growing company.
You’ll work closely with our marketing and creative teams on campaigns, content, product launches, social media, events, partnerships, and digital marketing initiatives. This is a hands-on internship where you’ll contribute to actual projects, not just observe from the sidelines. Hourly Compensation DOE $20-25/hour.

What You’ll Do
  • Assist with marketing campaigns and product launches
  • Support social media planning, posting, and content creation
  • Help coordinate influencer, ambassador, and partnership initiatives
  • Research trends, competitors, creators, and marketing opportunities
  • Assist with email marketing, website updates, and digital campaigns
  • Help organize marketing assets, presentations, and project timelines
  • Support event activations, sampling opportunities, and community initiatives
  • Contribute ideas during brainstorming and creative planning sessions
  • Analyze campaign performance and assist with reporting
Who You Are
  • Passionate about fitness, wellness, sports, lifestyle brands, or marketing
  • Creative, organized, curious, and eager to learn
  • Strong communicator with attention to detail
  • Someone who enjoys both creative thinking and execution
  • Comfortable working in a fast-paced, collaborative environment
  • Proactive and willing to jump into new projects
  • A self-starter who takes initiative and brings ideas to the table
Preferred Skills (Not Required)
  • Familiarity with Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, and social media trends
  • Canva, Adobe Creative Suite, CapCut, or Figma experience
  • Strong writing and communication skills
  • Interest in content creation or digital marketing
  • Experience with photography, video editing, or graphic design
  • Understanding of influencer marketing and internet culture
  • Experience through school projects, clubs, personal brands, athletics, or side projects
Internship Details
  • Paid internship
  • Summer opportunity with potential for extension
  • Part-time or full-time opportunities available
  • Hybrid/remote flexibility depending on role and location
  • Santa Cruz, CA area preferred but not required
To Apply
Please send:
  • Your resume
  • Any relevant work samples, social accounts, or creative projects
  • A short introduction about yourself and why you’re interested

Applications without examples of work, projects, or social links may not be considered.
Send applications to: press@lifeaidbevco.com

Important:
To help us identify applicants who pay attention to detail, please include the word “treadmill” somewhere in your application materials.

Freelance & Part-Time Creative Talent Pool
Design • Motion • Digital • Web • Content • Creative Tech

We’re always looking for talented creative minds to collaborate with. Whether you specialize in motion graphics, graphic design, web and UX design, video editing, paid media creative, email design, content production, photography, animation, or digital storytelling — we want to see your work.
This is an ongoing open call for freelance and part-time creatives who are excited to help build bold, culturally relevant brands in fitness, wellness, supplements, and lifestyle.
If you’re someone who obsesses over details, moves fast, thinks creatively, and can bring ideas to life across multiple mediums, we’d love to hear from you. Hourly Compensation DOE $20-50/hour.

This role may include work in:
  • Motion graphics & animation
  • Graphic design
  • Social media creative
  • Paid media creative & ad design
  • Email design
  • Website & UX/UI design
  • Video editing & post-production
  • Photography & videography
  • Short-form content creation
  • Brand campaigns
  • Digital storytelling
  • AI-assisted creative workflows
  • Print & packaging support
What You’ll Do
  • Design compelling creative assets across digital, social, web, email, retail, and print.
  • Create engaging graphics, videos, motion assets, and multimedia content for marketing campaigns.
  • Translate creative concepts into polished executions that drive engagement and performance.
  • Collaborate with internal teams on campaigns, launches, paid media, brand storytelling, and product marketing.
  • Bring fresh ideas, trends, and platform-native thinking to the table.
  • Work independently while managing timelines, feedback, and revisions efficiently.
  • Adapt creative for multiple formats, audiences, and channels.
  • Occasionally support photo/video shoots, editing, storyboarding, or production planning depending on skill set.
Who You Are
  • A strong visual communicator with an excellent eye for design, composition, pacing, and storytelling.
  • Someone with a versatile portfolio and a point of view.
  • Comfortable working across multiple styles, formats, and creative disciplines.
  • Curious, collaborative, adaptable, and excited to experiment.
  • Able to take feedback well while also bringing proactive creative ideas.
  • Organized, self-directed, and reliable with deadlines.
  • Passionate about culture, fitness, wellness, supplements, sports, lifestyle brands, or consumer products.
Preferred Skills & Experience
We do not expect candidates to have every skill listed below. Show us what you’re exceptional at.
Experience with some combination of:
  • Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, Premiere, After Effects, InDesign)
  • Figma or other UX/UI tools
  • Motion graphics and animation
  • Video shooting & editing
  • Social-first content creation
  • Email marketing design
  • Paid media creative development
  • Web design and basic HTML/CSS knowledge
  • Photography, lighting, audio, or production workflows
  • AI creative tools and emerging design technologies
To Apply
Please email:
  • Your resume
  • Portfolio or work samples
  • A short introduction about yourself and the type of projects you enjoy working on

Applications without portfolio links or work examples will not be considered.
Send submissions to: design@lifeaidbevco.com

Important:
To help us identify applicants who carefully read instructions, please include the word “squat” somewhere in your application materials.