Social Media & Content Marketing Specialist

Leprino Foods Company•Denver, CO

1d•$68,000 - $77,000

About The Position

Ascent, a leading sports nutrition brand, is the Official Sponsor of Hard Work and is on a mission to unleash the high performer in everyone. We believe hard work should be fueled by clean, purposeful nutrition, and we’re looking for someone who’s ready to roll up their sleeves and help tell that story. Within the Ascent Protein team located in Denver – we are seeking an Social Media & Content Marketing Specialist to help take our brand to the next level in the world of sports nutrition and beyond. This role is for someone who loves variety and thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. From brand storytelling, packaging and public relations to social media and ambassador/influencer programs, the Assistant Brand Manager will play a hands-on role in bringing Ascent’s mission to life across every part of the brand experience.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
3+ years in marketing, with experience in content creation, social media management, or brand support within a consumer brand.
1+ year creating and managing social media programs for a B2C or CPG brand.
Experience capturing and editing photos or short-form video for social use.
Advanced PowerPoint or presentation design skills, with experience crafting brand or sales decks.
Comfort managing multiple creative projects, timelines, and priorities.
Strong written communication and collaboration skills—you enjoy crafting stories and working across teams.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in Marketing, Communications, or a related field.
5+ years of experience in content marketing or brand management for a consumer or lifestyle brand.
Familiarity with creative tools such as Canva, Adobe Creative Suite, or video editing platforms like CapCut.
Experience managing influencer campaigns using platforms such as Grin.
Ability to interpret social analytics and use data to refine creative strategy.
Passion for community, authenticity, and great storytelling!

Responsibilities

Bring Ascent’s story to life across social, influencer, and creative channels—building brand love and community every day!
Support the Brand Manager in developing annual brand and go-to-market plans that align with Ascent’s mission and positioning.
Own day-to-day management of Ascent’s social media presence: plan content calendars, write captions, post, and engage with our audience.
Create and oversee visually engaging social assets—reels, photos, and videos—both independently and in partnership with agencies and ambassadors.
Develop and manage influencer and paid partnership programs, including outreach, onboarding, contracts, and campaign tracking.
Collaborate with athletes, ambassadors, and brand partners to build authentic content that connects with active, motivated consumers.
Track key social and influencer metrics (engagement, growth, reach, conversions) and translate insights into creative improvements.
Partner cross-functionally with Sales, R&D, and Operations to support new product launches, seasonal campaigns, and packaging updates.
Build presentation decks, sales one-pagers, and other materials that showcase Ascent’s brand story with clarity and impact.
Coordinate with our PR agency to support monthly campaigns, product sampling, and review cycles.