Associate Creative Director, Social

Los Angeles, CA (Hybrid)

$120K/yr – $145K/yrSenior Level7+ years expContract

Posted 10 days ago

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Job Summary

Own and lead multi-client social media strategy, guiding creative development, real-time content, performance optimization, client communications, and editorial planning across platforms.

  • Lead content development and platform-specific creative across Instagram, TikTok, X, Threads, and YouTube Shorts
  • Drive data-informed optimization and reporting to inform strategies
  • Coordinate editorial calendars and client-facing communications with cross-functional teams

Job Description

Responsibilities

  • Lead social media strategic content development and execution for varying clients
  • Ideate high performing real-time social media creative that engages audiences
  • Execute platform-specific creative for Instagram, TikTok, X, Threads, and/or YouTube Shorts that maximize native engagement and leverage each platform's unique features
  • Provide creative recommendations and optimization plans based on performance data and industry benchmarks
  • Monitor and analyze cultural trends, breaking news, and platform updates to inform creative development and identify opportunities
  • Oversee and manage client social media accounts in partnership with other departments, ensuring alignment with overall marketing strategies and objectives
  • Serve as the social point of contact for daily client communications, creating and implementing internal and external solutions as needed
  • Create and manage editorial calendars that support brand and campaign initiatives
  • Support content publishing and community management across social platforms, maintaining consistent brand voice and engagement standards
  • Support in presenting strategies and performance reports to clients and internal stakeholders

Requirements

  • At least 7-8 years of experience in social media creative development and social media marketing with at least half in a senior or ACD-equivalent role
  • Proven track record of developing and executing successful social media creative
  • Incredible social-first, fast creative execution that earns high engagement
  • Strong analytical skills with experience in social media metrics and reporting
  • Demonstrated expertise across major social platforms (Instagram, TikTok especially)
  • Proficiency in social media management and analytics tools (Sprout, Sprinklr, Meta Business Suite)
  • Excellence in project management and meeting deadlines
  • Outstanding written and verbal communication skills
  • Experience presenting to clients and stakeholders
  • Demonstrated ability to build and grow social media audiences

Benefits

  • We offer a competitive salary, health insurance, 401k, generous vacation, and great opportunities for growth within the company.
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Saylor

Saylor is a social-led, entertainment-first creative agency based in Los Angeles. Founded by former entertainment executives, we set sail in 2021 to build an independent agency that rethinks how brands communicate with today’s audiences.We believe every brand is an entertainment brand. That is why we craft ideas that move with culture, creating work that earns attention, sparks connection, and builds fandoms that last. We’re a tight‐knit crew of creatives, strategists, and makers who collaborate without ego, stay curious, and always show up for one another. We foster a supportive space where diverse perspectives are celebrated, hierarchy never blocks great ideas, and everyone is empowered to jump in, solve problems, and push creative boundaries together.

Founded in 2021
Los Angeles, California, USA
94 employees (55 in marketing)

Traffic Signals

Monthly Visitors
1.6K
Traffic Source Mix
Search
30%
Direct
45.7%
Referral
6.6%
Social
16%
Paid
1.5%

Headcount Trend

Current headcount: ~94

Marketing Team

Marketing Team Size
42 (45% of company)
Median Career Experience
9.5 years
Median Tenure
1.6 years
Marketing Roles Posted (Last 30 Days)
1

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