Social Media Manager with Expertise in Graphic Design, Video Editing, & Content Strategy

Location: Remote (9:00 AM – 6:00 PM PST - Los Angeles)
Type: Full-Time

We are an innovative and fast-growing brand looking for a talented Social Media Manager with exceptional graphic design and video editing skills to join our team. If you excel at creating visually stunning content, have a proven track record of growing social media channels, and possess a keen eye for design, we want to hear from you!

As our Social Media Manager, you’ll take the lead in crafting and executing content strategies across multiple platforms, including Facebook (FB), Instagram (IG), Threads, LinkedIn (LI), YouTube (YT), X (formerly Twitter), and TikTok (TT). You'll also play a key role in designing proposals and presentations in Canva, making this position ideal for a creative with both strategic and technical expertise.

Key Responsibilities:
Content Creation & Design
Design visually appealing graphics, infographics, and motion graphics tailored to each platform’s audience.
Create and edit high-quality video content (e.g., Reels, Stories, Shorts) to drive engagement and brand growth.
Collaborate with the team to design impactful proposals and presentations in Canva that effectively communicate ideas and campaigns.

Social Media Management
Develop and implement strategies to grow audiences and increase engagement across all platforms using organic growth techniques and trends.
Schedule, post, and manage daily content across platforms using social media management tools.
Monitor community engagement, respond to comments, and foster relationships to build a loyal and active audience.

Analytics & Strategy
Analyze performance metrics to evaluate the effectiveness of campaigns and identify opportunities for optimization.
Stay updated on platform-specific trends, video formats, and design best practices to keep content fresh and relevant.

Skills & Experience:
Design Expertise: Proficiency in Canva (mandatory) and tools like Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, After Effects) to create polished visuals and presentations.
Video Editing: Strong skills in creating and editing video content for social platforms using Adobe Premiere, Final Cut Pro, or similar software.
Social Platform Mastery: In-depth understanding of FB, IG, Threads, LI, YT, X, and TT, including their unique algorithms, audience preferences, and content formats.
Content Scheduling: Experience using tools like Hootsuite, Buffer, or Later for scheduling and performance tracking.
Creative Strategy: A strong ability to conceptualize and execute creative campaigns that engage audiences and build brand trust.
Analytics Savvy: Proficiency in analyzing data from tools like Google Analytics, Instagram Insights, and TikTok Analytics to inform strategy.
Communication Skills: Exceptional written and verbal communication skills with attention to tone and style for each platform.

Application Task:
Imagine you are managing the Instagram account of a non-profit focused on addressing homelessness and housing in Los Angeles. Over the next month, your goals are to:

Raise awareness about the organization’s impact.
Generate excitement for an upcoming resource event.
Promote donations to support ongoing efforts.
In 3-5 sentences, describe how you would approach creating video and graphic content for Instagram to achieve these goals. Which types of content (e.g., Reels, Stories, IGTV) would you prioritize? How would you share success stories, promote the event, and ask for donations in a way that resonates with your audience?

How to Apply:
Please send your resume, a portfolio of your social media work (including video and design projects), and a brief cover letter explaining why you’re the perfect fit for this role. Include “Design” in your subject line to confirm you’ve read the entire posting.