TikTok Strategist to Launch & Grow a Brand-New Account (China Sourcing Niche)

I run a China-based product sourcing agency (direct factory sourcing, no middlemen — think behind-the-scenes factory access). I need a TikTok specialist to build the strategy for a brand-new account from zero. This is not a "post 3 times a week" gig. I want someone who actually understands TikTok growth mechanics — algorithm behavior, content pillars, hook structure, posting cadence, and how to grow a business/niche account (not personal/entertainment) from 0 followers in a competitive, US-facing audience. What I need from you first: before any contract starts, I want to see how you think. In your cover letter, don't just say "I can grow your account" — actually tell me: What content pillars you'd build around a China-sourcing/factory-access brand How you'd approach the first 30 days (posting frequency, format mix, hook style) One thing you'd test early to find out what resonates Any red flags or mistakes you see brand-new sourcing/business accounts make on TikTok Generic pitches or copy-paste proposals will be ignored — I'm reading these closely. Scope (to start): Full account setup + optimization (bio, niche positioning, content pillar strategy) 30-day content strategy and posting calendar Guidance on hook writing / script structure for short-form video Ongoing: either strategy-only (I execute) or strategy + light editing support — open to discussing structure About the brand: Factory-direct sourcing agent, based in China, targeting small business owners/founders in the US who are tired of paying middleman markups. Visual proof (factory floor, live video verification) is a core asset I can supply — happy to share raw footage. Ideal candidate: Proven TikTok growth results (share accounts/case studies you've grown, ideally in B2B/service/niche business spaces — not just lifestyle/entertainment) Understands US TikTok audience behavior specifically Comfortable working with a founder who's hands-on and detail-oriented