Social Media Manager

New York, USA (On-site)

$75K/yr – $95K/yrMid Level2+ years expFull time

Posted 4 months ago

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Job Summary

Drive engaging social content and trend-driven campaigns for a family-friendly brand, turning toys and pop culture moments into measurable reach and sales.

  • Own daily social content across platforms, including short-form video and visuals.
  • Must-have: 2+ years managing brand social media in retail or trend-driven settings.
  • Standout: Proven influencer partnerships and data-driven optimization.

Job Description

Responsibilities

  • Develop and execute playful, trend-conscious social media strategies to drive omni-channel engagement and sales.
  • Create and post visually engaging, on-brand content that resonates with kids, parents, and gift-buyers (e.g. unboxings, how-to-play videos, trend challenges).
  • Monitor toy and pop culture trends (e.g. viral TikTok toys) and incorporate them into social content
  • Collaborate with Merchandising, Marketing, and VIP teams to promote product launches, in-store events, and activations.
  • Partner with child-friendly influencers and content creators for product demos and collaborations.
  • Manage daily community engagement, including responding to comments, questions, and tags in a fun, brand-appropriate voice, and in a timely and appropriate manner.
  • Track performance metrics like reach, engagement, and conversions to evaluate content effectiveness and guide future strategies.
  • Ensure all content complies with relevant advertising guidelines (e.g. COPPA, FTC).
  • Develop and maintain a content calendar aligned with holidays, toy release schedules, business activities, and social trends.
  • Develop and implement social media strategies aligned with overall marketing and brand goals.

Requirements

  • 2+ years of professional experience managing social media for a brand, preferably in retail, consumer products, or a fast-paced, trend-driven environment
  • Demonstrated success in growing and engaging audiences across various social media platforms.
  • Strong portfolio of social content, especially short-form video and visually engaging campaigns.
  • Solid understanding of platform analytics and ability to use data to optimize content and strategy
  • Up-to-date knowledge of internet culture and emerging trends, especially those relevant to toys, kids, and family entertainment
  • Experience working with influencers or creators, particularly in trend-driven or family-friendly markets
  • Strong writing and communication skills with the ability to craft a fun, on-brand voice
  • Strong collaboration, attention to detail, and interpersonal skills
  • Bachelor’s degree in marketing, communications, media, or a related field preferred
  • Flexible availability based on the needs of the business
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Founded in 1945
Rome, Latium, ITA
20K employees (799 in marketing)
81% recommend to a friend
83% CEO approval

Traffic Signals

Monthly Visitors
3M
Traffic Source Mix
Search
56.5%
Direct
31.8%
Referral
10%
Social
1%
Paid
0.5%

Headcount Trend

Current headcount: ~20.2K

Marketing Team

Marketing Team Size
799 (4% of company)

Funding

Total Funding
$10M
Last Raise
$10M
Series Unknown, 10 years ago

Funding History

  • Dec 2015
    Series Unknown • $10M

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