Community Manager
Chicago, IL - USA
Job Summary
WHY DEPT
We are a Growth Invention company built to help the worlds most ambitious brands grow faster. Operating at the intersection of technology and marketing we create what is next by pioneering ideas acting fast and moving further because standing still just is not in our DNA.
We are drawn to people who stay curious move with intent and never stop inventing. Our culture runs on three values: better together relentlessly curious and get sh*t done. It is how we work how we grow and how we make things that matter.
At DEPT you will find the freedom to explore the space to collaborate and the trust to make a real impact for our clients for each other and for the world we are helping to build.
THE ROLE:
Community Managers are responsible for maintaining curating and analyzing a brands social media presence. Effective and impactful community planning results in a deep understanding of how a brands audience interacts responds and engages with content across social platforms. These insights are used for future creative development.
This role requires close collaboration and integration with all areas of the business (media tech data and various retail touchpoints) and this person will be expected to be able to frame their work in a solid strategy thats grounded in insight and underpinned by knowledge of digital and social platforms and organic content. The candidate must feel comfortable working in an always-on environment and be a true collaborator.
WHAT YOULL DO:
The role of Community Manager is exciting varied and constantly this role you will:
- Develop and deliver concepts to feed organic content calendars
- Take part in content calendar planning; monthly quarterly and weekly
- Partner with the design team to produce social content
- Write all post copy in the brands tone of voice
- Schedule and post content across a brands social platforms
- Have a finger on the pulse of pop culture and social media trends to make conceptual connections that generate content
- Be open to working west coast hours and occasional weekend live events
- Analyze data and leverage insights from regular reports to consistently improve performance
- Be seen as the authority for best practices on organic social
- Keep an eye on the competition
- Keep up to date with the latest digital and social trends
- Report on organic performance (weekly monthly)
WHAT YOU BRING:
- 2 - 4 years relevant experience within a community planning/management role
- Experience providing inspiration
- Excellent presentation skills
- Thorough understanding of organic social media
- Exposure to organic social work that has built a community
- Ability to remain focused under pressure and get stuff done on a tight deadline
- A love for learning and teaching new things
- Great interpersonal and listening skills
- A close attention to detail
- Experience with emerging technologies and a hunger to learn more
WHAT DO WE OFFER
We are a collaborative open-door best-idea-wins environment that fosters personal and company growth and has fun doing it. Here is a snapshot of our benefits package:
- Healthcare Dental and Vision coverage
- 401k plan plus matching
- PTO
- Paid Company Holidays
- Parental Leave
WE SUPPORT YOU BEING YOU:
DEPT is an equal opportunity employer (EOE). We believe our work is its best when our people feel safe and free to be themselves. Were committed to an inclusive and barrier-free recruitment and selection process and workplace regardless of anyones identity background beliefs lifestyle or disabilities. So tell us about any accommodations you need. Its totally confidential and only used to make sure you feel fully supported at every step.
DEPT participates in E-Verify meaning your Form I-9 information will be sent to the federal government to confirm you are authorized to work in the U.S.
We are a B Corp-certified company passionate about purpose-driven work. Our hope is that you can feel good about the contributions DEPT is making to the world and we always have an open door for your ideas in making the world a better place.
DEPT is a Growth Invention company built to help the worlds most ambitious brands grow faster. Operating at the intersection of technology and marketing our 4000 specialists deliver growth invention across Brand & Media Experience Commerce CRM and Technology & Data. Were 5050 tech and marketing partner-led and first to move. Clients include Google Lufthansa Coach eBay and OpenAI.
DIVERSITY EQUITY & INCLUSION
At DEPT we take pride in creating an inclusive workplace where everyone has an equal opportunity to thrive. We actively seek to recruit develop nurture and retain talented individuals from diverse backgrounds with varying skills and perspectives.
Not sure you meet all qualifications Apply and let us decide! Research shows that women and members of underrepresented groups tend not to apply for jobs when they think they may not meet every requirement when in fact they do. We believe in giving everyone a fair chance to shine.
We also encourage you to reach out to us and discuss any reasonable adjustments we can make to support you throughout the recruitment process and your time with us.
Want to know more about our dedication to diversity equity and inclusion Check out our efforts here.
#LI-Remote
This is a hybrid office location with the expectation that you will need to go into the office 3 days week. You must be located within 50 miles of our Chicago IL office located at: One South Wacker 1 S Wacker Dr #2250 Chicago IL 60606.
Chicago IL Salary Range
$70000 - $78000 USD
This is remote role however you must be located within 50 miles of Salt Lake City UT to be considered.
Salt Lake City UT Salary Range
$66300 - $75000 USD
This is a hybrid office location with the expectation that you will need to go into the office 3 days week. You must be located within 50 miles of our Denver CO office located at: 3320 Walnut St Denver CO 80205
Denver CO Salary Range
$69300 - $77000 USD
This is remote role however you must be located within 50 miles of San Diego CA or Los Angeles CA to be considered.
San Diego CA Salary Range
$70000 - $78000 USD
This is remote role however you must be located within 50 miles of San Diego CA or Los Angeles CA to be considered.
Los Angeles CA Salary Range
$70000 - $78000 USD
This is remote role however you must be located within 50 miles of Austin TX to be considered
Austin TX Salary Band
$69300 - $77000 USD
Required Experience:
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About Company
DEPTĀ® is a full service digital agency with expertise in experience, engineering, growth marketing, and creative services.