Social Media Specialist

Social Media SpecialistWe're looking for an experienced Social Media Specialist with a strong foundation in social, influencer and digital programs to help bring integrated campaigns to life for our clients. This is an ideal role for a marketer who's equal parts strategist, project manager and team player. You'll keep programs moving and connect the dots across integrated teams, partnering with cross-functional colleagues to handle the details without losing sight of the bigger picture. This is a hybrid work from home/office position (in-office attendance is required on Tuesdays & Thursdays) and the candidate must live near Columbus, OH, Cleveland, OH, Dayton, OH, Denver, CO, New York, NY, or San Diego, CA.At The Shipyard, we know that it's your unique talents, backgrounds, and perspectives that make you who you are, just like our team, who come from various career paths and experiences. We believe we can't be truly diverse without bringing your most authentic self to the agency. Studies show that people from marginalized communities may not always apply for positions if they don't meet every single requirement in a job posting. At The Shipyard, we encourage you to apply even if you don't meet all the requirements. We believe that your passion for what we stand for — our values and purpose — is just as important as meeting every checkbox.What You'll DoSupport the development and execution of social media and influencer strategies and campaigns for clientsOversee community management to ensure client channels are active, responsive and running smoothlyManage UGC programs, including creator coordination, budgets, timelines and deliverablesSupport client relationships through day-to-day communication, calls, status updates and follow-throughConduct audience research, social listening and monitoring to identify insights and opportunitiesIdentify real-time cultural and social opportunities that can help clients show up in relevant and meaningful waysBuild agendas, calendars, meeting notes, reports and other materials that keep clients and teams alignedWhat You'll Bring3+ years of experience managing social media, influencer or digital programs; agency experience preferredStrong understanding of social media strategy and creative best practices across platforms including Meta, TikTok, YouTube, LinkedIn and XExperience working with influencers, creators, UGC and/or affiliate programsAbility to interpret social and influencer metrics and turn data into clear, actionable insightsStrong project management skills, with the ability to prioritize across multiple clients, programs and competing deadlinesConfidence working with clients, internal teams and external agency partnersFamiliarity with social media, influencer management and analytics tools such as Sprout Social, Hootsuite, Sprinklr, MeltwaterWhat You'll GetThe opportunity to work across social, influencer, PR and digital, rather than operating in a siloExposure to a diverse portfolio of lifestyle and consumer brands and the chance to work on programs that move at the speed of cultureA collaborative team environment where ideas, curiosity and proactive thinking are valuedThe opportunity to build meaningful client relationships and grow into a stronger strategist and account leaderHands-on experience across influencer marketing, UGC, paid social, affiliate, community management and emerging digital platformsA role where you can bring ideas to the table, test new approaches and help shape how clients show up in cultureThe overall target range of base compensation for this role is $60,000 - $67,000. Compensation offered will be determined by additional factors such as location and experience.Open PTOFlexible work hours and remote workPaid holidays + holiday closure between Christmas Eve and New Year's DayCompany-paid medical, dental, and vision insuranceLife insurance and disability benefits401k program with employer matching6 weeks paid parental leaveEmployee bonus referralsCompany-provided snacks and beverages (yes, beer/wine included)… and lots more!