Social Media Specialist - Chicago or Decatur, IL

Archer Daniels Midland • Decatur, IL

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About The Position

Social Media Specialist - Chicago or Decatur, IL. ADM Global Communications Bring your digital spark to one of the world’s most essential companies. ADM is looking for a creative, organized, and social-savvy storyteller to join our Global Communications team as a Social Media Specialist. This is your chance to help shape how millions around the world see ADM — a global leader feeding the world and fueling a sustainable future. If you live and breathe social media, love creating scroll-stopping content, and thrive on bringing big ideas to life across platforms, this role is for you. You’ll help manage our day-to-day social media presence, collaborate with talented communicators across the globe, and make sure ADM’s story shines in every post, video, and comment.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in marketing, communications, or a related field
• 1-3 years of experience in corporate communications, marketing, or social media management
• Fluency across platforms like LinkedIn, Instagram, YouTube, X, Facebook, and emerging spaces
• Basic design skills using Canva or Adobe Creative Suite
• A sharp editorial eye — excellent writing, editing, and proofreading abilities
• Familiarity with social analytics tools and a curiosity for what makes content perform
• A love for collaboration, detail, and fast-paced teamwork

Nice To Haves

• B2B marketing experience

Responsibilities

• Execute the strategy — Partner with our global social media team to bring ADM’s digital strategy to life across channels like LinkedIn, Instagram, YouTube, X, Facebook, and emerging platforms.
• Keep us organized and on track — Maintain the content calendar, coordinate stakeholder reviews, and make sure everything is published on time and on brand.
• Be our brand guardian — Serve as the final check on tone, visuals, and message quality to ensure every post reflects ADM’s voice and values.
• Engage and connect — Monitor community engagement, track conversations, and spot opportunities to build meaningful connections with audiences worldwide.
• Show the impact — Support performance reporting to help stakeholders see what’s resonating and how our digital storytelling drives results.
• Create and adapt content — Jump in with strong writing, sharp editing, and a good design eye to help craft content that informs, inspires, and engages.
• Keep us ahead of the curve — Stay plugged into social trends, algorithms, and best practices — and bring fresh ideas to the table.

Benefits

• competitive pay
• Physical wellness – medical/Rx, dental, vision and on-site wellness center access or gym reimbursement (as applicable).
• Financial wellness – flexible spending accounts, health savings account, 401(k) with matching contributions and cash balance plan, discounted employee stock purchasing program, life insurance, disability, workers’ compensation, legal assistance, identity theft protection.
• Mental and social wellness – Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) and Colleague Giving Programs (ADM Cares).
• Paid time off including paid holidays.
• Adoption assistance and paid maternity and parental leave.
• Tuition assistance.
• Company-sponsored training and development resources, such as LinkedIn Learning, language training and mentoring programs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees