Part-Time Social Media Specialist

Overview

The Social Media Specialist is responsible for day-to-day execution of social media campaigns and strategies. This is a Part-Time position, ideally 10-20 hours a week. The ideal candidate will have experience writing for  an educational institution/organizations and or a nonprofit/government agency. 

Job Responsibilities:

•  Pitching and developing content for X, Instagram and Facebook.
• Owning social media campaigns and strategies from start to finish.
• Drafting social media plans, strategies, and messaging calendars for various marketing projects and campaigns.
•  Writing audience messaging including social media copy, graphics direction, video scripts, and landing page copy.
•  Scheduling content on social channels natively and in Sprout Social
• Proofing and performing quality assurance checks on content to ensure posts go live without mistakes.
•  Finalize content, ensuring all deliverables go live on schedule.
•  Writing copy for scripts, posts, and campaign plans as needed.
•  Moderating comments on social media channels.
• Assisting the team with other tasks as needed.
• Lead the development and execution of the monthly corporate social media calendar, ensuring comprehensive promotion of global events, webinars, surveys, new content assets, and other corporate news.

Skills and Experience Required:

• Must have worked in a professional environment for 2 years to be considered. Writing samples are also a must for this position. Experience working with multiple clients is Preferred. 
• Ability to learn new skills quickly.
•  Deep understanding of how to leverage video content for social platforms.
• High level of organization, including experience coordinating multiple projects at once.
•  High attention to detail; spelling and grammar snobs are encouraged to apply.
•  Excellent design and copywriting instincts.
• Experience using publishing tools for social media platforms, on Sprout Social. 
• Experience with Basecamp and Canva.
• Ability to work well under pressure and tight deadlines, and stay organized to get a campaign out the door.
•  Creative thinking and problem solving skills.
•  Excellent strategic thinking skills.

The target hiring compensation range for this role is $27.00 to $35.00 an hour. Compensation is based on several factors including, but not limited to education, relevant work experience, relevant certifications, and location.

About Aquent Talent:

Aquent Talent connects the best talent in marketing, creative, and design with the world’s biggest brands.

Our eligible talent get access to amazing benefits like subsidized health, vision, and dental plans, paid sick leave, and retirement plans with a match. We also offer free online training through Aquent Gymnasium. More information on our awesome benefits! 

Aquent is an equal-opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics. We’re about creating an inclusive environment—one where different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives are valued, and everyone can contribute, grow their careers, and thrive.