Social Media Manager

Santa Monica, CA (On-site)

$71K/yr – $120K/yrMid Level3+ years expFull time

Posted 2 days ago

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Job Description

Responsibilities

  • Own and manage favorited’s presence across all social platforms (established and emerging).
  • Develop and execute a content strategy that drives growth, engagement, and brand affinity.
  • Translate product features, creator moments, and platform behaviors into compelling, native social content .
  • Ensure content aligns with and strengthens brand image, voice, and positioning .
  • Identify and act on trends, memes, and cultural moments with speed and precision.
  • Optimize content performance through data, testing, and iteration .
  • Partner cross-functionally with product, marketing, and creator teams to ensure social is integrated into the broader platform ecosystem.
  • Build and nurture a strong community presence , engaging directly with users and creators.
  • Continuously evaluate new platforms, formats, and opportunities for expansion.
  • Manage content calendars while maintaining flexibility for real-time opportunities.

Requirements

  • 3–8 years of experience in social media, content, or digital marketing , ideally in consumer tech, gaming, or entertainment.
  • Deep understanding of all major social platforms and emerging channels.
  • Strong intuition for how content translates into brand perception and growth .
  • Proven track record of driving audience growth and engagement across channels .
  • Deep understanding of community-building and brand value creation .
  • Ability to seamlessly fit content into a broader product and platform narrative .
  • Strong grasp of streaming culture, creator ecosystems, and meme literacy .
  • Highly creative with a strong point of view on what works and why.
  • Ability to move quickly, prioritize effectively, and execute in a fast-paced environment.
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

Preferred

  • A sharp, native understanding of internet culture and humor .
  • Experience building or growing social accounts from early stages .
  • Strong taste level and ability to balance trend participation with brand consistency .
  • Obsession with what makes content shareable, memorable, and culturally relevant .

Benefits

  • Unlimited PTO to prioritize work-life balance.
  • 401(k) plan to invest in your future.
  • Comprehensive health insurance to support your well-being.
  • Paid company holidays for time to recharge.
  • Competitive salary that reflects your impact and contributions.
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Founded in 2022
Santa Monica, California, USA
53 employees (17 in marketing)

Traffic Signals

Monthly Visitors
126.6K
Traffic Source Mix
Search
18.5%
Direct
62%
Referral
7%
Social
12%
Paid
0.4%

Headcount Trend

Current headcount: ~53

Marketing Team

Marketing Team Size
12 (23% of company)
Median Tenure
1.6 years
Marketing Roles Posted (Last 30 Days)
2

Funding

Total Funding
$1.3M
Last Raise
$1.3M
Pre Seed, 1 years ago

Funding History

  • Jan 2025
    Pre Seed • $1.3M