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The Optimist
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Social Media Strategist
AMER
Location
$85,000
Salary
$41/hr
Hourly Rate
92%
Approval Rating
Experienced in creating impactful social media campaigns. Brings creativity and strategic insights to enhance brand engagement.
Content Creation
The Strategist
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Anonymous
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SEO and Social Media Manager
APAC
Location
$82,000
Salary
$39/hr
Hourly Rate
90%
Approval Rating
Combines SEO expertise with social media management. Enhances online visibility and engagement through integrated marketing campaigns.
Influencer Relationship Management
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The Trendsetter
Content Creator
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Anonymous
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Public
AMER
Location
$75,000
Salary
$36/hr
Hourly Rate
89%
Approval Rating
Talented in producing engaging multimedia content. Combines storytelling with visual design to enhance brand messaging.
Featured Skills
Performance Metrics Analysis
The Protector
Social Media Analyst
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Anonymous
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Public
APAC
Location
$90,000
Salary
$43/hr
Hourly Rate
95%
Approval Rating
Specializes in analyzing social media performance metrics. Expert in leveraging data to drive marketing strategies.
Featured Skills
Video Production
The Gentle Giant
Community Manager
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Anonymous
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Public
EMEA
Location
$70,000
Salary
$34/hr
Hourly Rate
88%
Approval Rating
Skilled in community building and engagement. Passionate about fostering positive online relationships and enhancing user experience.
Featured Skills
Social Media Marketing
The Organizer
Social Media Coordinator
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Anonymous
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Public
AMER
Location
$55,000
Salary
$26/hr
Hourly Rate
91%
Approval Rating
Proficient in coordinating social media projects from conception to execution. Adept at managing schedules and timelines to ensure campaign success.
Featured Skills
Audience Engagement
The Optimist
Social Media Strategist
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Anonymous
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Public
AMER
Location
$85,000
Salary
$41/hr
Hourly Rate
92%
Approval Rating
Experienced in creating impactful social media campaigns. Brings creativity and strategic insights to enhance brand engagement.
Featured Skills
Content Creation
The Techie
Digital Marketing Manager
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Anonymous
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Public
APAC
Location
$95,000
Salary
$46/hr
Hourly Rate
94%
Approval Rating
Expert in digital marketing with a focus on social media strategies. Drives brand awareness through targeted campaigns and analytics.
Featured Skills
Crisis Management
The Mischievous One
Social Media Specialist
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Anonymous
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Public
EMEA
Location
$68,000
Salary
$33/hr
Hourly Rate
86%
Approval Rating
Brings bold ideas and innovative approaches to social media campaigns. Strong understanding of audience engagement and brand development.
Featured Skills
Report Preparation
The Concerned Guardians
Social Media Director
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Anonymous
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Public
EMEA
Location
$115,000
Salary
$55/hr
Hourly Rate
97%
Approval Rating
Leads teams in developing comprehensive social media strategies. Extensive experience in digital marketing and brand management.
Featured Skills
Content Calendar Development
The Strategist
SEO and Social Media Manager
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Anonymous
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Public
APAC
Location
$82,000
Salary
$39/hr
Hourly Rate
90%
Approval Rating
Combines SEO expertise with social media management. Enhances online visibility and engagement through integrated marketing campaigns.
Featured Skills
Influencer Relationship Management
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Common jobs to be done for social media managers

<h3 class="uui-heading-subheading">Content Creation</h3><div class="jtbd-card"><div class="jtbd-card-single">Creating platform-specific social media posts with engaging visuals.</div><div class="jtbd-card-single">Developing monthly content calendars for social media channels.</div><div class="jtbd-card-single">Crafting compelling captions tailored to brand voice and audience.</div><div class="jtbd-card-single">Producing video content optimized for social media sharing.</div></div><h3 class="uui-heading-subheading">Community Management</h3><div class="jtbd-card"><div class="jtbd-card-single">Monitoring social media channels for audience engagement.</div><div class="jtbd-card-single">Responding to comments and messages in a timely manner.</div><div class="jtbd-card-single">Building relationships with influencers and brand advocates.</div><div class="jtbd-card-single">Facilitating discussions to foster a sense of community.</div></div><h3 class="uui-heading-subheading">Analytics and Reporting</h3><div class="jtbd-card"><div class="jtbd-card-single">Analyzing social media performance metrics for campaigns.</div><div class="jtbd-card-single">Preparing regular reports on key performance indicators (KPIs).</div><div class="jtbd-card-single">Using insights to improve future social media strategies.</div><div class="jtbd-card-single">A/B testing post formats to determine audience preference.</div></div><h3 class="uui-heading-subheading">Strategy Development</h3><div class="jtbd-card"><div class="jtbd-card-single">Defining target audience demographics for tailored messaging.</div><div class="jtbd-card-single">Creating long-term social media marketing strategies.</div><div class="jtbd-card-single">Benchmarking against competitors to identify opportunities.</div><div class="jtbd-card-single">Developing crisis management plans for social media backlash.</div></div>

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