Social Media Manager

Are you a social media powerhouse who thrives on creativity, strategy, and getting things done... fast? Do you believe that stellar work and speed can go hand in hand, and that trust, ethics, and smart strategy are the foundation of every great client relationship? If so, you might just be the perfect fit for Summerside Creative as our next Social Media Manager!

At Summerside Creative, we don’t stretch a one-day job into four. We move with purpose, meet deadlines, and deliver top-tier results—all while building strong, ethical relationships with our clients. We’re all about smart strategies, clear communication, and making an impact without the fluff. Sound like your kind of place? Keep reading!

Why Join Summerside Creative?

☀️ Timeliness & Accountability – Our clients trust us because we get things done quickly without sacrificing quality.

☀️ Integrity & Ethics – We don’t take shortcuts or make empty promises—we lead with honesty.

☀️ Collaboration & Leadership – Every team member contributes, takes ownership, and leads in their area of expertise.

☀️ Flexibility & Balance – We believe in a flexible schedule but know that deadlines and meetings matter.

☀️ Warm, Friendly Culture – We value professionalism, but we’re also a team that supports each other.

If you’re looking for a team that values efficiency, trustworthiness, and leadership—while still maintaining a positive and flexible work environment—you’ll love it here.

• Overview of the Social Media Manager RoleLocation: Remote (Must be available for client communications during core business hours)
• Time Commitment: Part-Time (Opportunity to grow into full time)
• Compensation: $25-28 hourly, based on experience
• Status: Non-exempt (W2 employee)
• Benefits: (Part Time) Unlimited Unpaid Time Off, Paid Sick Leave in Accordance with CA Law
• (Full TIme) Client Travel, Monthly Tech Stipend, Monthly Health Insurance Stipend, Unlimited Paid Time Off For Sick and Vacation, Paid Company Holidays, 2 Paid Floating Holidays and CalSavers State Retirement Plan (Specifically for CA employees)

You’re a Good Fit for This Role If:

✅ You're design-obsessed and can make a killer Canva graphic quickly.

✅ You thrive on organization and love creating streamlined systems that ensure efficiency.

✅ You have industry experience in hotels or restaurant marketing

✅ You’re highly responsive and believe that great communication builds trust.

✅ You’re proactive—you don’t wait for problems to arise, you anticipate needs and solve them.

✅ You balance creativity with strategy, ensuring content isn’t just visually appealing but drives results.

✅ You’re self-motivated and can work independently while also excelling in team collaboration.

✅ You believe that being efficient doesn’t mean rushing—it means working smart.

This Role Is Not for You If:

❌ You prefer a slow-paced environment with long turnaround times.

❌ You struggle with managing multiple projects and meeting deadlines.

❌ You need constant direction instead of taking initiative.

❌ You rely entirely on AI for content creation instead of strategic thinking.

❌ You avoid fast-moving client interactions and hands-on collaboration.

Key Responsibilities

• Content Creation & Strategy: Develop and execute strategic social media plans for clients, ensuring brand consistency.
• Create compelling, original copy—no over-reliance on AI tools—tailored to each client’s brand voice.
• Oversee visual content creation in collaboration with designers, photographers, and videographers.
• Plan and maintain content calendars across multiple clients and industries.
• Build and manage influencer relationships, negotiating partnerships and tracking performance.
• Client Communication & Responsiveness: Be the go-to contact for social media deliverables, ensuring quick and professional client interactions.
• Engage with client communities, responding to comments, messages, and inquiries in real time.
• Align content with broader marketing strategies, working cross-functionally with other teams.
• Deliver on-time, high-quality work while balancing multiple projects seamlessly.
• Performance Tracking & Optimization: Analyze social media KPIs and turn data into actionable insights.
• Provide regular performance reports to clients with successes, recommendations, and improvements.
• Stay ahead of industry trends and platform changes, adapting strategies accordingly.
• Optimize paid and organic content for maximum engagement and ROI.

Key Qualifications

✔ 3+ years of social media management experience (agency or in-house).

✔ Industry experience in restaurant/hotel marketing is a HIGHLY preferred!

✔ Strong copywriting skills—creative, engaging, and strategic (without AI dependency - though we do allow AI 🤖).

✔ Proficiency in Canva (+ Adobe Suite is an added bonus).

✔ Experience using Asana or similar project management tools.

✔ Deep understanding of Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, LinkedIn, and emerging platforms.

✔ Familiarity with social media scheduling tools (e.g., Loomly, Sprout Social, Hootsuite).

✔ Ability to execute quickly and efficiently—without sacrificing quality (our clients love us for many reasons, but timeliness may be top of list!)

✔ Knowledge of paid social strategies, including post boosting and ad campaigns.

What Success Looks Like in This Role

🌟 You deliver on-time, high-quality content that aligns with client goals.

🌟 You respond quickly and professionally to client needs and communications.

🌟 You proactively optimize strategies based on data and industry trends.

🌟 You foster trust and credibility through organized, strategic execution.

🌟 You embody Summerside Creative’s culture of leadership, integrity, and efficiency…while also having a lot of fun throughout it all!

Ready to Join a Team That Gets Things Done?

If you’re a fast-moving, strategic thinker who loves social media, thrives under deadlines, and values both efficiency and creativity, we’d love to hear from you!

Summerside Creative is committed to maintaining a high-performing, ethical, and collaborative team. We encourage candidates of all backgrounds to apply, even if you don’t meet 100% of the qualifications.

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