Social Media Specialist

THE POSITION

SG 10/11

We are seeking a passionate and strategic Social Media Specialist with 2 years of experience to drive our brand presence across digital platforms. The ideal candidate thrives at the intersection of content culture and community bringing creativity and data-driven insights together to deliver engaging campaigns. A strong background in motorsports or automotive culture is essential to authentically connect with our fans and customers. 

The preference for this position is to be based at our Lakeville IN location but we will also consider candidates in the Charlotte/Fort Mill Area.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Key Responsibilities

Social Media Strategy & Management

• Develop and execute comprehensive social media strategies across paid and organic channels to grow brand awareness engagement and community.
• Manage day-to-day publishing monitoring and community engagement across all Hoosier social platforms.
• Develop and manage social media strategies for executive leadership profiles to enhance thought leadership industry presence and brand alignment.
• Oversee paid social campaigns including audience targeting creative direction budget allocation and performance optimization.
• Ensure a consistent voice look and feel across all digital touchpoints.

Content Development & Partnerships

• Lead content planning and creation in collaboration with internal teams and external partners ensuring messaging resonates with racing and automotive audiences.
• Partner with influencers drivers and industry stakeholders to amplify content and expand brand reach.
• Travel up to 30% to attend races events content shoots or brand activations for real-time content capture and on-site social coverage.

Analytics & Optimization

• Leverage analytics tools to track KPIs measure campaign success and provide actionable insights for continuous improvement.
• Identify emerging trends platforms and cultural moments to position the brand as an innovative leader in motorsports.
• Track and analyze social-driven website traffic using analytics tools applying insights and A/B testing to refine content boost engagement and improve conversions.

Digital Campaigns & Website Management

• Collaborate across teams to deliver integrated digital campaigns supporting e-commerce recruitment and brand awareness.
• Maintain and update website content aligned with campaigns events and brand messaging ensuring consistency with social media and optimizing for SEO and sharing.

Qualifications :

WHAT YOU BRING TO THE ROLE 

• Bachelors Degree
• 2 years experience years of professional experience in social media management strategy and campaign execution.
• Ability to travel up to 30%
• Proven track record of managing both organic and paid social media programs.
• Strong understanding of automotive/motorsports culture and the ability to authentically communicate within that space.
• Proficiency with social media analytics tools (Meta Business Suite Sprout Social Hootsuite Google Analytics etc.).
• Excellent communication copywriting and storytelling skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced deadline-driven environment with strong attention to detail.
• Experience collaborating cross-functionally with creative marketing and external partners.
• Legal Authorization to work in the US or Canada is required. We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas now or in the future for this job opening.

ADDITIONAL WAYS TO STAND OUT

• 5 years of professional experience in social media management strategy and campaign execution.
• Background in brand building and growing engaged online communities.
• Experience working with brands sponsorships events or racing teams.
• Knowledge of short-form video trends and best practices (TikTok Reels Shorts).
• Graphic design or video editing skills a plus.
• Experience using HubSpot and Adobe Creative Suite a plus.

Additional Information :

THE PERKS

• Immediate Benefits 
• Robust Total Rewards Package
• Paid Time Off
• Volunteer Time Off
• Tuition Assistance
• Employee Discounts including tire discounts
• Competitive Bonus Programs
• Employees 401k Match
• Diverse & Inclusive Work Environment with 20 Employee Resource groups.
• Hybrid Work 
• Employee Assistance Program
• Future Growth Opportunities including personal and professional
• And many more benefits that come with working for a global industry leader!

EEO-Statement:

EEO / Disabled / Protected Veteran Employer. Continental offers equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals without regard to unlawful consideration to race color sex sexual orientation gender identity age religion national origin disability veteran status or any other status protected by applicable addition as a federal contractor Continental complies with government regulations including affirmative action responsibilities for qualified individuals with a disability and protected veterans where they apply. To be considered you must apply for a specific position for which Continental has a current posted job opening. Qualifying applications will be considered only for the specific opening(s) to which you apply. If you would like to be considered for additional or future job openings we encourage you to reapply for other opportunities as they become available. Further Continental provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with a disability. If you need assistance in the application process please reply to  or contact US Recruiting at . This telephone line and email address are reserved solely for job seekers with disabilities requesting accessibility assistance or an accommodation in the job application process. Please do not call about the status of your job application if you do not require accessibility assistance or an accommodation. Messages left for other purposes such as following up on an application or non-disability related technical issues will not receive a call back.

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Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time