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Social Media Manager job description template

A social media manager runs a company's presence on platforms like Instagram, LinkedIn, TikTok, and Facebook, planning content, engaging with followers, and tracking results. They protect the brand's voice and respond quickly when conversations or issues arise online. Copy this template, replace the bracketed parts, then run it through the free JD Analyzer.

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Social Media Manager

About the role

[Company Name] is looking for a Social Media Manager to grow and engage our audience across social platforms. You will plan and publish content, manage our community, and report on how social supports our marketing goals. You will be the guardian of our brand voice online and a calm first responder when issues arise. This role is a good fit for a creative communicator who also loves data.

Responsibilities

  • Develop a social media strategy aligned with marketing and business goals
  • Plan, write, and schedule content across company social channels
  • Create or coordinate graphics, short videos, and other assets
  • Monitor and respond to comments, messages, and mentions in our brand voice
  • Escalate customer issues to support and sensitive issues to leadership
  • Track and report on reach, engagement, traffic, and conversions
  • Manage paid social promotions in coordination with digital marketing
  • Coordinate influencer and creator partnerships, including disclosure compliance
  • Maintain a content calendar and approval workflow
  • Keep up with platform changes and test new formats

Requirements

  • Experience managing social media accounts for a business, brand, or organization
  • Strong copywriting skills and the ability to adapt tone by platform
  • Familiarity with social scheduling and analytics tools
  • Basic visual content skills using tools like Canva or similar
  • Good judgment about brand risk and sensitive topics
  • Ability to manage multiple deadlines and approvals
  • Understanding of social media metrics and reporting

Nice to have

  • Experience with short-form video editing
  • Experience running paid social campaigns
  • Experience managing influencer programs
  • Experience in our industry

Pay

[Pay range] · [Benefits summary]

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Write a more inclusive posting

  • Avoid 'Gen Z', 'digital native', or 'young voice'; describe the audience you are trying to reach and the skills required.
  • Be specific about after-hours monitoring expectations rather than saying 'always on', which deters caregivers and people who value boundaries.
  • Do not require a large personal follower count; it measures personal reach, not professional skill, and can introduce bias.

Hiring a social media manager?

Prepare the interview too: 15 questions, red flags and questions to avoid.

Social Media Manager interview questions

Frequently asked questions

What should I ask a social media manager in an interview?

Ask them to walk through an account they managed, explain their content choices, and describe how they handled a negative situation. A quick exercise like rewriting one post for three platforms is also revealing.

Can I ask a social media manager candidate for their personal account handles?

It is safer to focus on professional work samples. Personal accounts can reveal protected characteristics, and some states limit requests for personal account access, so check your state's rules.

Should a social media manager job description mention after-hours work?

Yes, if it is expected. Be specific about how often and how coverage is shared so candidates can make an informed decision.

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