Responsibilities

• Manage Community Engagement & Growth for Best Buddies social platforms
• Respond to all messages, comments, and inquiries across social platforms in a timely, warm, and brand-aligned manner
• Share the mission of Best Buddies through daily content including participant stories, program highlights, and event promotion.
• Develop and execute strategies to grow followers and engagement across all platforms.
• Maintain a strong understanding of organizational programs and messaging.
• Collaborate with Communications and Web Operations teams to ensure consistent messaging.
• Partner with internal teams and external agencies on integrated campaigns.
• Support Development and Sponsorship teams with co-branded social content.
• Identify trends, tools, and opportunities to improve performance and outreach
• Identify, research, and engage social influencers, ambassadors, and public figures aligned with Best Buddies’ mission

Requirements

• 3–6 years of experience in social media, community management, influencer marketing, and/or digital marketing.
• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree.
• Deep familiarity with major social platforms (Instagram, Facebook, X/Twitter, TikTok, LinkedIn).
• Strong knowledge of digital advertising channels, social tools, and analytics platforms.
• Proven track record of growing social media audiences and increasing engagement.
• Excellent written communication skills and the ability to adapt tone while staying on brand.
• Experience capturing and editing short-form video content for social media
• Strong photography and photo-editing skills
• Proficiency with Adobe Photoshop, Lightroom, or similar tools
• Strong creative storytelling and copywriting skills

Benefits

• Best Buddies offers a comprehensive and generous benefits program that include financial security, health and wellness and time off.