Associate Social Media Manager

Associate Social Media ManagerWe're looking for a chronically online Associate Social Media Manager who moves at the speed of social. You know what stops the scroll, what feels native vs. forced, and how to turn an idea into something people actually want to watch and share. If you live in the comment sections, follow reality TV drama like a sport, know what's trending before it hits the mainstream, and get Virgo-level obsessed about data and content calendars, this is the role for you.You'll support the Social Content Lead and Senior Social Director in managing the content calendar, creating and optimizing content across TikTok, Instagram, and emerging platforms, and owning day-to-day community management from the caption to the comment section.This is a hybrid role and requires in-office collaboration three times per week in Los Angeles, CA.In This Role, You Will:Support and create strategic content execution and social media campaignsBuild and manage day-to-day posting calendarsCreate and optimize social-first content for TikTok, Instagram and emerging platforms, including supporting with hands-on graphic design and video editingSupport social campaign development, including research, briefs, and creative strategyMove a post from a raw idea to a published asset — including copywriting, asset creation, approvals, and schedulingWrite engaging captions, Threads, and tweetsSchedule, tag, and publish posts for content optimization and reportingOwn community managementReply to comments and direct messages in the brand's voiceMonitor brand mentions and sentiment across platformsFoster fan relationships and surface earned momentsSource and manage UGC opportunities across platformsEscalate sensitive comments, DMs, or sentiment shifts according to team guidelinesSurface insights from comments, DMs, and cultural shiftsHelp the broader team understand what's actually resonating (or not)Track performance for insights-to-actionPull analytics reports across platformsTrack engagement, reach, and follower growthApply insights to action — feed learnings back into the content dailyTrend watchingSpot internet culture shifts, viral trends and formats, emerging platforms, and competitor movesSurface potential risks, controversies, and emerging narratives taking place on internet communitiesIdentify up-and-coming creators and talent for owned social campaignsSkills Required:2–4 years of hands-on social media marketing experienceStrong understanding of scheduling and listening software (i.e. Dash Social)Ability to concept, shoot, design, edit, and publish thumb-stopping social content; video editing and graphic design experience required.Comfortable behind or in-front-of the cameraExperience creating and executing content calendarsDeep understanding of social-first storytelling, internet culture, platform trends, and short-form video content. Fluent in TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube, including formats, trends, and what actually performs with Gen Z womenInternet, culture, and Gen-Z fluent - knows the biggest trends, tv shows, creators, and cultural moments before they go viralStrong writer with a sense of humor. Experience writing engaging captions and comments; fluent in Gen Z, internet, entertainment, and pop culture across the different social platformsProficient in graphic design and video editing software like CapCut, Figma, Canva, and Adobe Creative Suite (Premiere, Photoshop)Strong communication, organizational, and creative judgment skills, with a high-ownership, hands-on approachComfort partnering cross-functionally with Design, PR, and Paid Media teamsComfort with trackers and spreadsheets (Google Sheets) for managing multiple campaigns in parallelAble to prioritize and move fast when timelines shift or something breaks last-minuteFlexibility for occasional evenings, weekends, and local travel for events and shoots$97,000 - $110,000 a year The salary range for this position is $97,000 - $110,000. Factors such as scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, job-related skills, internal peer equity, as well as market and business considerations may influence base pay offered. This salary range is reflective of a position based in Los Angeles, CA. This salary will be subject to a geographic adjustment (according to a specific city and state), if an authorization is granted to work outside of the location listed in this posting.As a full-time employee, you'll enjoy:Flexible Vacation, 10 Sick DaysTime off to volunteer and charitable donations matched up to $15,000 annuallyComprehensive health, vision, and dental coverage100% 401(k) employer match up to 10%, Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)100% paid parental leave (including for non-birthing parents) and family forming benefitsInvestment in your development: mentorship through our MentorMatch program, access to 6,000+ online courses through Udemy, and an annual $3,000 stipend for your professional developmentInvestment in your wellness: access to mental health support via Modern Health, paid concierge medical membership, pet insurance, fitness membership subsidy, and commuter subsidyFree subscription to Tinder GoldCommitment to InclusionAt Tinder, we don't just accept difference, we celebrate it. We strive to build a workplace that reflects the rich diversity of our members around the world, and we value unique perspectives and backgrounds. Even if you don't meet all the listed qualifications, we invite you to apply and show us how your skills could transfer. Tinder is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace where we welcome people of all sexes, gender identities, races, ethnicities, disabilities, and other lived experiences. Learn more here: you require reasonable accommodation to complete a job application, pre-employment testing, or a job interview or to otherwise participate in the hiring process, please speak to your Talent Acquisition Partner directly.#Tinder