Social Media Manager, X

San Francisco, CA (On-site)

$100K/yr – $130K/yrMid Level1+ years expFull time

Posted 5 months ago

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Job Summary

HeyGen is seeking a social media lead to own our X strategy, content, and community engagement, with end-to-end responsibility from posting daily to performance analysis. The role collaborates across product, design, and marketing to turn launches into compelling X moments and to iterate based on data. Requirements include 1-4 years in brand social media on X, strong writing, and deep knowledge of X culture and algorithms, along with curiosity about AI and creator culture. Preferred candidates may be meme-savvy, have startup experience, and possess a personal X presence.

Job Description

Responsibilities

  • Define and drive HeyGen's X strategy, including content pillars, posting cadence, engagement approach, and growth tactics
  • Write and publish original content daily, including posts, threads, replies, reposts, and quote posts
  • Monitor conversations in real time and engage authentically with our community, industry voices, and potential customers
  • Build and maintain relationships with creators, influencers, and advocates in the AI, video, and creator economy space
  • Identify trending conversations and cultural moments where HeyGen has a genuine, credible point of view
  • Collaborate with product, design, and marketing to turn launches and milestones into compelling X moments
  • Track and report on performance metrics and use data to continuously refine the strategy
  • Experiment with formats and content types to find what resonates and scale what works

Requirements

  • 1 to 4 years of experience managing social media for a brand, with meaningful X-specific experience
  • Strong writing instincts and the ability to match a brand voice while still sounding like a real human
  • A deep understanding of how X works, its culture, its algorithms, and what makes content take off there
  • Comfort operating with autonomy and ambiguity. You don't wait to be told what to post
  • Genuine curiosity about AI, video, and creator culture. You spend time on X because you love it, not just because it's your job
  • Sharp editorial judgment about when to engage, when to stay quiet, and when to take a swing
  • Experience collaborating cross-functionally with marketing, product, and design teams
  • Ability to move fast and maintain quality at the same time

Preferred

  • You're in tune with the meme culture
  • Experience at a high-growth startup or tech company
  • A personal X presence you're proud of
  • Familiarity with AI video tools or the broader creator economy
  • Experience using analytics tools like Sprout Social, Brandwatch, or native X Analytics

Benefits

  • As part of our total rewards package, HeyGen offers comprehensive benefits including a 401k plan, health benefits, generous PTO, a parental leave program and emotional health resources.
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HeyGen

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At HeyGen, we help you grow your business through the magic of visual storytelling. Creating professional-quality videos can be daunting, but HeyGen makes it easy for everyone—no camera or specialized skills required.

Founded in 2020
Los Angeles, California, USA
283 employees (38 in marketing)
62% recommend to a friend
70% CEO approval

Traffic Signals

Monthly Visitors
8.6M
Monthly Google Ads Budget
$11.2K
Traffic Source Mix
Search
34.6%
Direct
59.8%
Referral
4.4%
Social
0.9%
Paid
0.3%

Headcount Trend

Current headcount: ~283

Marketing Team

Marketing Team Size
25 (9% of company)
Median Career Experience
12 years
Median Tenure
1.7 years

Funding

Total Funding
$69M
Last Raise
Series A, 2 years ago