Senior Social Strategist (TEMP)

GSD&M•Austin, TX

5d•Hybrid

About The Position

At GSD&M, we’re on a mission to build First & Only brands, meaning the first to do it and the only ones who can. We’re able to do this because we set a high bar for ourselves and our work. We care about what we put out in the world. We’re humans who like other humans. Our ideas make a difference. Shift culture. Create a smile. Inspire change. Initiate belly laughs. Deepen our understanding of the world and ourselves. We grow. We learn. We get better. We do it all over again. Because that’s what it takes to build and be First & Only. Temp/Freelance Role – August through December with potential for full-time Job Title: Senior Social Strategist (TEMP) Department: Social Reports to (Position): Associate Director, Social Supervisory Responsibilities (Y/N): Yes FLSA Status (Exempt vs. Non-Exempt): Exempt Location: Austin or Remote Position Function: Senior Social Strategists are responsible for developing and leading the activation of a brand(s) social media strategy and day-to-day decision-making. The Senior Social Strategist is a very dynamic role that demonstrates mastery of the fundamentals of social media including strategy, channel and content plans, community management, influencer strategy, paid social, and measurement frameworks. The role requires a passion for social media and the ability to leverage that deep understanding into effective social-first content and experiences for our clients. This role is a collaboration champion, working closely and productively with disciplines and key stakeholders across brand strategy, comms strategy, creative, account leadership, external agencies, etc. in the pursuit of First & Only solutions.

Requirements

Fluent across a variety of social channels as an active and passionate participant.
Demonstrate a strong attention to detail ensuring that all creative content follows social best practices and brand guidelines.
Familiarity with social media analytics, insights and reporting.
Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to simplify complex ideas for client, executive, and cross-functional audiences.
Proven ability to craft and deliver compelling storytelling through client presentations, using data, insights, and narrative structure to influence stakeholders and drive engagement.
Demonstrated ability to manage client and internal relationships.

Nice To Haves

5+ years’ experience
Experience with large national brands is a plus.
Deep understanding and participation in emerging platforms (i.e., TikTok)
Working knowledge of social-media-management software and monitoring/listening tools is a plus.
Technical understanding and ability to pick up new tools quickly.
Working or applied knowledge of paid social strategies/tactics.
Routinely takes initiative to improve process/workflow/methodologies.

Responsibilities

Develop holistic social media strategies, including audience definition, channel plan, content framework, content rollout plans, social voice and measurement plans.
Participate in client intake calls and process client briefs in order to develop social-activation briefs for creative teams.
Partner and collaborate with creative and production teams to translate an idea into social-first application within budget parameters.
Collaborate with paid social team on both campaign and evergreen strategies and deliverables.
Lead and manage brand influencer program (in collaboration with clients) and create influencer briefs.
Oversee the development of communication guidelines and social voice.
Oversee content/editorial calendar development.
Identify opportunities to proactively engage with relevant industry influencers and events on social.
Provide ongoing thought leadership, strategic guidance and industry-best practices to both clients and internal agency teams.
Leverage a variety of social tools and data (social-media-management platforms, social listening, influencer, etc.) to inform and optimize strategy and content approach.
Develop and/or oversee POVs on a range of social topics as needed.
Monitor trends and updates in social media ecosystem and synthesize into clear brand implications and opportunities.
Own and manage platform partner relationships.
Actively participate in the growth and development of Social Strategists and Social Media Managers.
Collaborate with analyst to inform monthly dashboard and ad hoc reporting to drive continuous optimization.
Identify opportunities to fuel an ongoing learning agenda.