Social Media Marketing Manager

Chicago, IL (On-site)

$18/hr – $24/hrEntry LevelFull time

Posted 2 days ago

Job Summary

Own and execute social media programs across multiple platforms, blending content creation, scheduling, listening, paid campaigns, and community engagement to improve reach and brand perception.

  • Lead content production and scheduling workflows; monitor performance and optimize campaigns
  • Analyze audience insights and trends to inform strategy and reporting
  • Collaborate with PR and marketing to maintain consistent brand messaging

Job Description

Responsibilities

  • Develop and execute comprehensive social media marketing strategies tailored to various platforms such as Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, LinkedIn, and TikTok.
  • Create engaging, high-quality content including graphics, videos, photography, and written posts that align with branding guidelines.
  • Manage social media accounts using tools like Hootsuite or Buffer to schedule posts, monitor engagement, and optimize content delivery.
  • Conduct social listening to gather insights on audience preferences, industry trends, and competitor activities to inform content planning.
  • Analyze social media performance using analytics tools like Google Analytics and platform-specific insights; generate reports on media performance metrics.
  • Collaborate with public relations teams to ensure consistent messaging and enhance brand reputation across digital channels.
  • Implement paid advertising campaigns on platforms like Facebook Ads to increase reach and conversions while monitoring ROI.
  • Engage actively with followers by responding to comments, messages, and inquiries in a timely manner to foster community relationships.
  • Stay updated on the latest digital marketing trends, media editing tools, and social media innovations to keep strategies fresh and effective.

Requirements

  • Proven experience in social media management, content creation, and digital marketing performance monitoring.
  • Strong proficiency with social listening tools, media editing software such as Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Creative Suite, and video editing programs.
  • Expertise in using scheduling platforms like Hootsuite or Buffer for efficient campaign management.
  • Knowledge of SEO practices and keyword research techniques to enhance content visibility.
  • Ability to analyze marketing analytics data from Google Analytics and other sources for continuous improvement.
  • Excellent written communication skills with an eye for proofreading and content writing that resonates with target audiences.
  • Familiarity with branding principles, public relations strategies, and relationship management within digital spaces.
  • Skilled in graphic design and photography fundamentals to produce visually appealing content that aligns with brand identity.
  • Strong understanding of social media platforms’ algorithms, advertising options—including Facebook Advertising—and overall social media marketing best practices.

Salaries

Posted range

$18/hr – $24/hr

Taken straight from the job posting.

Social Media Marketing Manager

Chicago, IL · On-site