Freelance Social Media Manager

Social Media ManagerSocial Media ManagerFull TimeRemoteLeadTeam 51-200

Location

United States

Posted

3 days ago

Salary

Not specified

Seniority

Lead

Social Media ManagementContent SchedulingCopywritingCommunity ManagementPlatform AnalyticsSprinklrEmplifiDash HudsonInstagramTikTokFacebookXThreadsEditorial Calendar ManagementReal-time PostingBrand Voice AlignmentPerformance Reporting

Job Description

We are looking for a Freelance Social Media Manager to join our entertainment social team, supporting high-profile film, TV, and streaming campaigns. This role functions as a core member of the team, managing day-to-day execution, maintaining posting schedules, and ensuring that all content aligns with the client’s creative and strategic goals.

The ideal candidate thrives in fast-paced environments, communicates clearly across departments, and brings a mix of creativity, precision, and adaptability to every campaign.


Key Responsibilities

Platform and Campaign Management

  • Manage daily posting and scheduling across assigned platforms (Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, X, Threads, and other emerging platforms).
  • Maintain organized editorial calendars and ensure all deliverables are posted accurately and on time.
  • Review and write copy to match each title’s tone and platform style.
  • Upload, tag, and publish assets according to platform specs and best practices.
  • Coordinate with the Account teams to align on deliverables, approvals, and deadlines.
  • Remotely support live moments, red carpets, and premiere events through real-time posting and coordination with the broader team.

Community Management

  • Oversee day-to-day fan engagement and community response efforts across assigned campaigns
  • Partner with the Jr. Social Media Manager to monitor comments, DMs, and fan sentiment in real time
  • Ensure all engagement aligns with approved brand voice, tone, and escalation protocols\
  • Surface insights, trends, and community feedback to internal and client teams
  • Support real-time coverage during launch moments, talent events, or unexpected social spikes.

Collaboration and Communication

  • Serve as the daily executional point of contact between Account and Platform teams.
  • Provide clear and consistent updates on posting schedules, approvals, and engagement highlights.
  • Attend internal and client meetings as needed to represent platform insights and campaign health.
  • Collaborate closely with senior team members to ensure social plans align with overall campaign goals.

Reporting & Performance

  • Track key engagement and performance metrics to support weekly and wrap reports when required
  • Contribute social highlights, top-performing content notes, and sentiment takeaways when required
  • Maintain clean reporting documentation across assigned titles

Qualifications

  • 3–5 years of experience managing social media for entertainment, film, or brand campaigns.
  • Proven ability to execute across multiple platforms with a strong understanding of best practices and trends.
  • Excellent writing and editing skills with an eye for tone, voice, and storytelling.
  • Exceptional communication and organizational skills.
  • Comfortable working in a fast-paced, client-facing environment with shifting timelines and priorities.
  • Experience using scheduling and reporting tools such as Sprinklr, Emplifi, Dash Hudson, or native platforms.

Contract Terms

  • Freelance contract position at/ up to 40+ hours per week.
  • Remote role with flexible scheduling based on campaign and launch needs.
  • May require occasional after-hours or weekend coverage during key launch moments.


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