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Director of Social Media Strategy
Position Information
Position Title
Director of Social Media Strategy
Status
Full Time
Job Summary
*Hybrid work schedule maybe an option for this position*
The Director of Social Media Strategy will develop and execute a comprehensive social media strategy that aligns with the university’s strategic goals, objectives and overall messaging. This role involves overseeing social media projects, analyzing performance metrics and sentiment, and driving engagement across various platforms. Reporting to the Vice President of Strategic Communications, the Director of Social Media Strategy will collaboratively implement a global storytelling approach and results-oriented social media plan that enhances the university’s social media reach and effectiveness.
The Director of Social Media Strategy will develop and execute a comprehensive social media strategy that aligns with the university’s strategic goals, objectives and overall messaging. This role involves overseeing social media projects, analyzing performance metrics and sentiment, and driving engagement across various platforms. Reporting to the Vice President of Strategic Communications, the Director of Social Media Strategy will collaboratively implement a global storytelling approach and results-oriented social media plan that enhances the university’s social media reach and effectiveness.
Essential Job Duties
- Create and lead social media campaigns from concept to execution
- Develop and maintain social media guidelines for all university branded social media accounts
- Implement social media strategies across platforms that are aligned with university’s storytelling strategy (LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, YouTube)
- Set quantitative and qualitative measurable goals, and analyze and report on performance, routinely identifying insights to optimize reach and engagement
- Develop and post high-quality written content and multimedia content, including videos and infographics, tailored for various social media platforms
- Develop content calendars featuring relevant holidays, organic campaign strategies and social media initiatives in collaboration with the university’s communication planning and messaging
- Support media relations efforts, including social media, for all coordinated messaging
- Perform other duties as assigned
Qualifications (Education, Experience and Specialized Training)
- Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, Public Relations, Journalism or a related field
- Minimum of eight years of experience
- Experience as a digital content creator, with a portfolio showcasing a range of content types
- Strong familiarity with social media tools like Sprout Social and Hootsuite, as well as with in-platform analytics on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and LinkedIn
- Experience working with executive leadership to develop their social presence through strategy creation, content development, posting, and monitoring
- Certification in social media content creation and strategy or digital storytelling preferred
- Must be able to work after hours and weekends required
Physical Demands
- Frequently required to sit; and talk or hear
- Occasionally required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms
- Ability to operate standard office equipment
- Ability to walk short distances
- Ability to lift and carry parcels, packages and other items
- Ability to view a computer terminal
Skills and Attributes
Knowledge of:
Relevant social media trends, tools and best practices
Skills:
- Proficiency in video editing for social media platforms
- Excellent project management, organizational, diplomacy, interpersonal, analytical and critical thinking skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Proficiency in creating editorial calendars for multiple social media channels (e.g., Facebook, LinkedIn, Instagram, YouTube, etc.) and scheduling content
- Capable of crafting engaging and concise content, with a keen attention to detail
Ability to:
- Work independently and as part of a team, collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams and external constituents
- Create engaging and visually appealing content tailored to each platform’s specifications, such as aspect ratios, video lengths, and trends in video styles and formats
- Provide reporting, analytics and recommendations on overall channel performance and specific campaigns, utilizing both qualitative and quantitative data for decision-making
- Develop, implement and adjust social media strategies and campaigns to strategically drive audience growth and engagement
- Meet deadlines
- Be a creative, strategic thinker able to manage multiple priorities simultaneously, respond quickly to time-sensitive matters and take initiative to manage projects from inception through completion
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
Will this position required travel?
Yes
Will this position required night, weekend, and after hour work?
Yes
Will this positon be supported using grants or contract funding?
No
Number of Vacancies
1
Desired Start Date
Position End Date (if temporary)
Open Date
04/01/2026
Close Date
07/31/2026
Open Until Filled
No
Special Instructions Summary
Each applicant, including all current employees, must complete and submit the following documents:
- Tuskegee University employment application
- Cover Letter
- Resume/CV
- Recommendation letters
- Copies of unofficial transcripts.
Please note that official transcripts(s) will be required upon hire
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