Social Media Specialist

Social Media SpecialistSweetwater, the nation's number one online retailer of music instruments and pro audio gear, is seeking to add a creative, driven, and enthusiastic Social Media specialist to our growing Marketing team! In this role, you will be responsible for filming, editing, and producing a high volume of short-form videos for our various social media channels (TikTok, Instagram Reels, Facebook, YouTube, etc.) and other paid social campaigns.As a Social Media Specialist, you will be key in helping us execute our broader Social Media strategy. In these videos, you will be responsible for demonstrating and discussing music instruments and gear, so a strong understanding and working knowledge of music and music equipment is required.**Please submit a demo video or link to your social media profiles for review with your application. Applications that do not include this will not eligible for consideration**Job ResponsibilitiesPlan, film, edit, and publish a high volume of short-form videos with the ability to manage the full production process independentlyCreate platform-native content optimized for TikTok, Instagram Reels, Facebook, and paid social campaignsMaintain a consistent, reliable content pipeline to support new Meta requirements and other platform video needsDemonstrate, compare, and explain music gear across all product categories in a clear, accessible way for musicians at every experience level, with primary focus on guitars and recording equipment via a short form video formatMonitor and respond to platform trends and social media best practices, turning timely opportunities into educational and entertaining contentOperate effectively within a team environment, executing both team-generated concepts and self-initiated ideasBalance a high-volume workload with consistent creative quality, managing competing priorities across two teams simultaneouslyQualificationsMusician or music gear enthusiast with demonstrated working knowledge of guitars, recording equipment, and the broader music products industryComfortable on camera; able to confidently explain, demonstrate, and compare products in an engaging and credible manner for musicians of all skill levelsProven track record of high-volume short-form video production from concept through publish, with no dependency on a full production teamStrong skills in video production, editing, and strategyStrong project management skills with the ability to handle multiple projects and assignments at the same timeExcellent written and verbal communication skillsAbility to collaborate and organize video shoots and campaigns with other members of the Marketing teamSweetwater "Ideal" Team-PlayerWOWs The Customer - Deep passion and desire for creating amazing customer & colleague experiencesGet Things Done - Great work ethic and moves with a sense of urgencyObsesses over the Details – committed to paying attention to the detailsDrives Continuous Improvement – Always focusing on effective and efficient work and way to get betterDevelops the Future – committed to pursuit of growing personally & professionally and has a focus on bringing your colleagues along with you on that journeyWe function best as a unified team, so relocation to our state-of-the-art campus in Fort Wayne, IN is required. Interested and qualified candidates, please apply. We look forward to exploring your #FullTimeDream with Sweetwater!Sweetwater's culture is built upon celebrating the creative creation of music, which unifies people from all walks of life. Our individual differences make Sweetwater stronger as a company and a better place to work as we respect, learn, and grow from each team member's unique perspective and experience. We have welcomed thousands of employees and their families from all over the world, and we invite you to discover why we consider a career at Sweetwater the full-time dream.