Social Media Manager

Responsibilities

• Serve as a key piece of marketing team with the Columbus Clippers – the Triple-A affiliate of the Cleveland Guardians.
• Manage all social media for the Columbus Clippers across all channels including Instagram, X, Facebook and TikTok.
• Oversee existing and emerging social channels, including writing compelling copy, capturing photos and videos, partnering with the creative team to produce graphics/videos, managing a robust content calendar, and moderating community engagement.
• Lead social media strategy and execution across Clippers platforms, establishing a clear vision for how the brand shows up, engages fans, and participates in culture.
• Connect content to business results by developing strategies that support revenue-generating initiatives, partnerships, ticket sales, merchandise, and Huntington Park events.
• Work closely with team photographers and our internal creative team to execute cohesive multi-channel content campaigns. Position will work closely with our Director of Creative Services, Creative Content Coordinator and Graphics Designer.
• Analyze social media performance and audience insights to optimize content strategy, measure campaign success, and recommend continuous improvements.

Requirements

• 1 - 4 years of related experience with prior experience in managing social media for a sports organization required.
• Must be able to work some holidays, evenings, and weekends.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills as well as the ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple tasks.
• Demonstrated ability to create engaging, platform-native content across multiple social media channels.
• Creative thinker who can present new marketing and content ideas and ways to maximize the Clippers digital brand.
• Exceptional written communication skills with strict attention to grammar, tone, and brand compliance.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish (written and verbal) a plus.