Social Media Manager

Apply now: Social Media Manager (Sports) , location is Hybrid . The start date is ASAP (early April) for this 6 month contract (potential to extend) position.

Job Title: Social Media Manager (Sports)
Location-Type: Hybrid (minimum 3 days/week onsite, ideally 4; case-by-case flexibility)
Start Date Is: ASAP (early April)
Duration: 6 month contract (potential to extend)
Compensation Range: $50/hr – $60/hr

Job Description:
Support and help lead social media strategy and execution for sports original content, driving high-impact, short-form social storytelling across key platforms.

Day-to-Day Responsibilities:

• Support and, at times, lead social strategy, ideation, and execution for sports originals

• Screen documentaries and original shows to identify compelling moments for social content

• Clip, edit, and optimize short-form video for Instagram and TikTok

• Publish and schedule content across Instagram, TikTok, X, Threads, and YouTube

• Partner with internal stakeholders and external agencies to deliver campaigns

• Manage social toolkits and talent-facing communications for campaigns

• Balance multiple campaigns and high post volume in a fast-paced sports environment

Requirements:

• Must-Haves:

  • 5 years of experience as a Social Media Manager, Producer, or Specialist

  • Strong background in sports and entertainment social media (not brand-only)

  • Deep understanding of social trends and what performs on Instagram and TikTok

  • Hands-on experience clipping and editing short-form video from long-form content

  • Proficiency with Photoshop and Adobe Premiere

  • Experience publishing and scheduling via social tools (Sprinklr preferred)

  • Comfortable communicating with internal teams, talent, and external partners

  • Passion for sports and ability to thrive under tight timelines and pressure

  • Portfolio showcasing social campaigns and posts

• Nice-to-Haves:

  • Experience with CapCut or Slate

  • Background at major sports, media, or streaming companies

  • Light videography experience