Social Media Manager

iHeartMedia • Los Angeles, CA

5d • Onsite

About The Position

The audio revolution is here – and iHeart is leading it! iHeartMedia, the number one audio company in America, reaches 90% of Americans every month. We are seeking a Social Media Manager to work in the iHeartRadio Los Angeles group of stations. In this role, you’ll be focused on increasing digital listening, follower engagement, brand recognition, brand affinity, and ultimately drive overall growth. The ideal candidate will understand the responsibility that comes with leading social media for multiple major brands. This position requires openness to a flexible schedule as there may be work needed on occasional nights and weekends.

Requirements

• Minimum of 2+ years of experience working in social media or digital marketing, entertainment or music industries preferred.
• The position requires urgency, curiosity, creativity, the ability to collaborate with a team and consistently meet deadlines.
• The role requires a person with excellent communication and strong organizational skills.
• Always on your phone, with a healthy appetite for Alternative music, pop culture and entertainment.
• In-depth knowledge of the latest best practices, tools, and trends on social media platforms (Facebook, Facebook Live, Instagram, Instagram Stories, IGTV, Instagram Live, X, YouTube, TikTok, Twitch etc.), as well as sponsored/partner content protocols.
• Strong writing, proof-reading, and copyediting skills.
• You know how to capture and create on the fly content when covering events IRL and virtually.
• Proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite and/or Canva.

Nice To Haves

• Respect for others and a strong belief that others should do this in return
• Accountability for own work and desire to provide guidance to new team members
• Ability to contribute to several projects at the same time under a moderate level of direction
• Application of objective judgement, technical skills and prior experience to solve business problems
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including a knack for explaining complex information in a straightforward manner
• Desire for continued knowledge sharing and learning
• Understanding of impact of own decisions

Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain regular posting schedule of content and editorial pieces on Los Angeles stations with a heavy focus on the Alternative Rock genre.
• Coordinate with various departments and help guide on-air personalities to maximize listening opportunities through their personal and station social channels.
• Respond to music and pop culture events and use those opportunities to introduce new fans to the iHeartRadio ecosystem.
• Track social media analytics to use to judge prior campaigns and future strategies.
• Work closely with the Digital Program Director on developing and carrying out the plan for each station to increase digital listening, social engagement and other KPIs in line with iHeartRadio’s overall strategy.
• Be responsible for all social media touchpoints for the music fandoms, including new releases, social first campaigns and any other interaction to boost fan and community engagement.
• Work with on-air talent to find ways to localize/personalize content, making it more relevant and engaging on station social platforms.
• Covering both local LA-station events and national iHeartRadio tentpole events to capture content and posting real-time event coverage.
• Writing and editing compelling social media copy with the purpose of engaging our fans, while leading community engagement.

Benefits

• Employer sponsored medical, dental and vision with a variety of coverage options
• Company provided and supplemental life insurance
• Paid vacation and sick time
• Paid company holidays
• A Spirit day to encourage and allow our employees to more easily volunteer in their community
• A 401K plan
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) at no cost – services include telephonic counseling sessions, consultation on legal and financial matters, emotional well-being, family and caregiving
• A range of additional voluntary programs, such as spending accounts, student loan refinancing, accident insurance and more!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed