Social Media Manager / Content - Soccer

THE·TEAM operates at the epicenter of sports, music and entertainment, serving talent, brands and properties on a global scale. Headquartered in Los Angeles, THE·TEAM's presence spans 28 countries and more than 70 cities, including New York, London, Abu Dhabi, Amsterdam, Hong Kong, Madrid, Mexico City, Toronto, Paris and Sydney. For more information, please visit THE.TEAM. JOB OVERVIEW: We’re looking for an ambitious and driven Social Media Manager to lead strategy and storytelling for THE•TEAM’s Soccer Talent Representation Division’s social media account (@the.team.soccer). This role will oversee social channels that highlight the Soccer division’s athletes, partnership and cross-disciplinary work across sports and marketing. If you’re passionate about the intersection of soccer and culture, this is a strong opportunity to make an impact. These channels represent key areas of the business, so you’ll be expected to quickly build a deep understanding of the Soccer Division’s brand, talent and partners. You’ll develop strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, contribute to team culture and execute thoughtful, compelling content strategies that connect with audiences and communities across existing and emerging platforms. A key focus of this role will be managing and evolving content approaches across client moments, matchdays, transfers and brand partnerships. THE•TEAM works in a fast-paced environment, so the ideal candidate will be able to hit the ground running, thrive in a demanding atmosphere and work brilliantly in a team environment, but equally, you are comfortable when required to work independently. WHAT YOU'LL DO: Lead social strategy and content planning for THE•TEAM’s soccer platforms, with clear channel roles, content pillars, and a repeatable testing framework across Instagram and potential emerging platforms. Proactively develop and execute content calendars aligned with player moments, partnerships and business priorities. Translate athlete stories, cultural moments and brand initiatives into engaging, social-first storytelling. Manage content building, copywriting, post publishing, community engagement and performance tracking. Work closely with the global communications department to execute and uphold THE•TEAM’s overall marketing and communications strategy. Develop and scale content around key soccer moments including matchdays, transfers, tournaments and brand partnerships Collaborate with creative teams to produce high-impact, social-first content across formats (short-form video, carousels, real-time content) Build creative frameworks to ensure content is culturally relevant and engaging. Produce visually compelling, insight-led content while identifying trends and moments to capture new followers, prospective clients and increase reach. Balance client expectations and stakeholder needs with overarching brand goals, direction and guidelines. Travel onsite for key moments in the Soccer division’s calendar to create compelling content born out of integration with the event/team/clients. WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR: 2+ years of agency-side or brand experience developing social media creative, editing copy, and engaging with an audience. A Bachelor's Degree in Marketing, Communications, or a related field. Strong organizational and project management skills, with experience using tools like Asana (or similar platforms) to manage workflows and deadlines. Familiar with native Instagram/Linkedin Insights + CMS tools like Sprinklr. Extensive knowledge of social media best practices and emerging trends. Ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects in a fast-paced environment. Strong relationship-management skills (internally and with clients). High standard of excellence, with the flexibility to work nontraditional hours when needed and anticipate challenges with thoughtful communication. Flawless spelling and grammar. Video capture, editing, production and on-camera abilities (CapCut, Edits, Premier Pro, etc). Strong awareness of cultural trends across sports, music, and entertainment. Proficiency in Google Suite, Keynote, Slack, and Box An insatiable passion for and extensive knowledge of soccer, including but not limited to the MLS, NWSL, FIFA, Olympics and more. Base salary range: $65, 000 - $75,000, plus bonus potential if applicable for role. Actual base salary is dependent on several factors including but not limited to; market dynamics, location and region, experience, specialized skills/training (education), level of responsibility, budgetary considerations, tenure at the company (for current employees), etc. The salary range listed is just one component of the total compensation package for employees. Compensation decisions are dependent on circumstances of each role What We Offer: Professional Development: Take advantage of our learning and development programs, mentorship opportunities, and career advancement support. Generous Time Off: Enjoy generous paid time off and holiday allowances to recharge and spend time with loved ones. Parental Leave: We provide paid parental leave to support your family during important life events. Retirement Plan: 401k plan including contribution matching. Healthcare: Medical, dental, vision, FSA/HSA, life and disability coverage options. Ancillary: Critical illness, identity protection, pet insurance, 529 plans and more Commuter Benefits: Access support for travel and commuting needs, where available THE·TEAM does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, religion, age, national origin, marital status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other reason prohibited by law in provision of employment opportunities and benefits. THE·TEAM is proudly an equal opportunity employer. We are always searching for the most passionate and talented people from all backgrounds and experiences to join us. 20 years into our evolution, we continue to expand services and geographies across the exciting and extraordinary worlds of sports, music, entertainment and culture. We are committed to making a meaningful difference and driving real change when it comes to diversity equity and inclusion — not only among our employees, but in how we serve clients and push the industry at large. If this sounds like a place you’d like to work, let’s talk! THE·TEAM is a global leader in sports, music and entertainment. Founded in 2002, THE·TEAM represents many of the world’s most iconic sports and entertainment figures, musical artists, brands and properties, empowering them to shape culture and captivate audiences worldwide.