Marketing Associate - Social Media

Job Title: Marketing Associate - Social Media

Reports to: Creative Director

Department: Marketing

General Position Summary

The Social Media Coordinator is responsible for managing all phases of the brand’s social media workflow. They are ambitious, result-oriented, have a pulse on the social landscape, can think outside the box, and define how the Outside Van brand appears on all platforms. This role will continuously evolve with the Marketing Department as strategies may change. To ensure that desired results are obtained, the Social Media Coordinator will communicate effectively with the Marketing & Creative Director regarding expectations to meet standards and deadlines of projects

Essential Functions & Major Responsibilities

· Responsible for Social Media scheduling, project concepting, calendar management, copywriting, and publishing in coordination with the Marketing & Creative Director.

· Build and develop an engaged audience through a social presence that stands out among the immense industry competition.

· Collaborate with the marketing team to create and strategically manage a social media calendar.

· Engage with followers and other brands on all social channels, including answering customer questions in comments and messages.

· Provide bi-weekly analysis and updates to the Marketing & Creative Director.

· Develop and monitor brand relationships and partnerships.

· Use social media marketing tools such as Tailwinds, Later, and other beneficial software.

· Professional organization of assets on the Marketing server.

Qualifications (Education & Experience)

· Result-oriented, self-starter, who can concept, manage, and execute projects from start to finish. - Strong copywriting, copy editing, SEO, & blog writing skills.

· Understanding all aspects of social media including channels, platforms, content, analytics, tools, and creative.

· Hands-on experience building and managing communities on a variety of social media platforms.

· Tuned in to cultural trends and current events in the van life, travel, and extreme sports categories.

· Ability to think quickly, multi-task, prioritize, and work under pressure.

· Flexible and willing to travel for events, photoshoots, and work the occasional weekend.

· Management experience is a plus.

· Ability to work in both a team environment and independently

· Excellent organizational and communication skills

· Ability to multitask, prioritize and meet deadlines

· Problem solving, systems and method improvements skills

· Bachelor’s degree in marketing, communication, or a related field-Preferred.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $46,142.13 - $58,590.52 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus pay

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Portland, OR 97230: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

• Marketing: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $46,142 - $58,591