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influencer partnership program manager

Camping World

<div>Camping World is seeking an experienced and highly motivated Program Manager to lead our partner and influencer marketing programs. This individual will be the face of Camping World to our external partners, responsible for building and nurturing relationships with influencers, creators, and other brand partners. The ideal candidate is a strategic thinker, a skilled negotiator, and an exceptional communicator who is deeply organized and detail-oriented. You will be a self-starter, capable of managing programs autonomously and driving results. 
Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>
Develop and execute influencer and partnership marketing strategies to increase brand awareness and drive engagement.</li><li>
Develop and manage the annual influencer program budget, including allocation for partner compensation, product seeding, and campaign expenses.</li><li>
Define and track KPIs, analyzing the ROI of all influencer activities to optimize future campaigns and report on business impact.</li><li>
Identify, recruit, and onboard a diverse portfolio of partners, including content creators, brand ambassadors, and strategic brand collaborations.</li><li>
Serve as the primary point of contact for all partners, building and maintaining strong relationships through clear and professional communication.</li><li>
Negotiate and manage contracts, including deliverables, compensation, and usage rights.</li><li>
Oversee the creative process from ideation and briefing to content approval, ensuring all content is high-quality and aligns with Camping World's brand guidelines and messaging.</li><li>
Manage internal communication to ensure all stakeholders are aligned on partnership activities.</li><li>
Ensure all influencer partnerships and published content are fully compliant with FTC guidelines and other legal requirements.</li></ul>
Qualifications:<ul><li>
Proven track record of success in building and managing influencer marketing or partnership programs.</li><li>
Exceptional interpersonal skills and a professional demeanor, with a proven ability to negotiate, build rapport, and represent the brand positively.</li><li>
Experience with leading influencer marketing platforms (e.g., Grin, AspireIQ, CreatorIQ) for discovery, campaign management, and reporting.</li><li>
Ability to collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including Marketing, RV Dealership, Legal, Retail and Inventory, to ensure cohesive campaign execution and brand alignment.</li><li>
Willingness and ability to travel (estimated 15-25%) for key industry events and in-person partner meetings.</li><li>
Extremely organized and detail-oriented, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.</li><li>
Self-motivated and able to work independently without significant oversight.</li><li>
A deep understanding of the social media landscape and influencer marketing industry.</li><li>
Passion for the outdoors, camping, or the RV lifestyle is a plus!</li></ul>
Pay Range:
$83,400.00-$127,900.00 Annual
In addition to competitive pay, we offer Paid Time Off, 401(k), an Employee Assistance Program, Good Sam Roadside Assistance, discounts, paid parental leave (if eligibility is met), Tuition Reimbursement (if eligibility is met), and on the job training opportunities. Full-time associates are offered a comprehensive benefit package including medical, dental, vision and more! Part-time associates are offered access to dental &amp; vision coverage! For more information please visit: www.mycampingworldbenefits.com<div>
We are an equal employment opportunity employer. The Company's policy is not to discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, veteran or uniformed service-member status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.</div></div>

Influencer & Partnership Program Manager

Amazon.com

<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader">DESCRIPTION</h2><div>
Amazon Ads offers a rich array of advertising solutions to reach Amazon customers on Amazon.com, across our other owned and operated sites, including Twitch, and on other high quality sites across the web. If you&rsquo;re interested in joining a rapidly growing organization working to build a unique, world-class advertising group with a relentless focus on the customer, you&rsquo;ve come to the right place. 
 
The Twitch Account Manager serves as the primary point of contact for advertising solutions on Twitch, managing the full advertising funnel from pre-sale consultation through campaign execution and reporting. This role combines strategic planning, client relationship management, and project management to deliver exceptional advertising experiences on the Twitch platform. 
 
We're looking for a results-driven Twitch Account Manager who is passionate about creating and executing innovative advertising solutions and building strategic partnerships with brands. As an Account Manager at Twitch, you'll be instrumental in navigating complex advertising challenges, identifying growth opportunities, and delivering measurable results that exceed client expectations. 
 
You'll own end-to-end client relationships, leveraging Twitch's unique platform insights to develop and execute customized advertising strategies that drive revenue. You'll work collaboratively across multiple teams including Sales, Product, and Brand Partnerships to develop and execute RFPs and proactive proposals. As the main point of contact both internally and with customers, you'll oversee projects from ideation through final execution. 
 
This highly dynamic role requires someone who can balance strategic thinking with tactical execution, managing the full advertising funnel from pre-sale consultation through campaign delivery and analysis. Your digital marketing expertise and ability to navigate the unique landscape of live-streaming content will be crucial in delivering value to our advertisers and contributing to Twitch's continued growth in the advertising space. 
 
Key job responsibilities 
<ul><li>Drive Twitch advertising solutions by providing comprehensive pre-IO support and consultation in partnership with Twitch Account Executive</li><li>Develop and present strategic proposals with Twitch ad product recommendations</li><li>Forecast inventory and develop targeting strategy recommendations</li><li>Create compelling KOC decks featuring concepts, influencer recommendations, and production timelines</li><li>Lead communication between clients and internal teams to finalize campaign concepts</li><li>Generate new business opportunities in partnership with Twitch Account Executives</li><li>Manage creator sponsorships and Twitch promotional products</li><li>Provide real-time campaign troubleshooting and optimization</li><li>Ensure compliance with advertiser's brand safety requirements</li><li>Evaluate KPIs and optimize campaign delivery and performance using a data driven approach</li><li>Deliver campaign performance reports and conduct wrap-up calls with clients</li><li>Drive incremental revenue and increase advertiser satisfaction</li></ul></div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader">
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS</h2><ul><li>3+ years of digital advertising and client facing roles experience</li><li>Experience managing multiple projects, prioritizing, planning, and managing time</li><li>Experience working and communicating with multiple stakeholders, C-level executives and cross-functional teams</li><li>Experience identifying and resolving complex issues</li><li>Experience with problem solving and disruptive innovation, developing technology programs and working across customer organizations</li><li>Experience implementing process improvements</li></ul><h2 class="jobSectionHeader">
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS</h2><ul><li>5+ years of digital advertising and client facing roles experience</li><li>Bachelor's degree in marketing, advertising, business or equivalent</li><li>Experience that includes strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and effective communication abilities</li><li>Experience communicating effectively with external partners and delivering results for advertisers</li></ul> 
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status. 
 
Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you&rsquo;re applying in isn&rsquo;t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner. 
The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments, restricted stock units (RSUs), and sales incentives. Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life &amp; AD&amp;D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits. 
USA, IL, Chicago - 56,000.00 - 94,000.00 USD annually</div>

Account Manager, Twitch

S&C Electric Company

<div><div>As an S&amp;C Electric team member, you&rsquo;ll work on projects that have real-world impact. You&rsquo;ll help transform the grid for resilient and reliable power worldwide. S&amp;C has more than a 100-year history of innovation and has been 100% employee-owned since 2012. We continue this legacy as a trusted, forward-thinking leader in the electrical industry. You will advance a safer, more reliable, and more resilient electrical grid. Our products help the grid adapt to severe weather and transition to clean energy. We&rsquo;re big enough to be a respected industry leader but small enough for you to impact our company directly. Our commitment gives you opportunities to impact on and off the job positively. Join S&amp;C to make an impact on tomorrow&rsquo;s energy challenges and become an employee-owner! 
</div>Hours
8:00 am &ndash; 5:00 pm (Mon-Fri) Hybrid &ndash; Must be flexible 
Compensation
At S&amp;C, we are dedicated to providing competitive and equitable compensation for all our team members, and we are committed to transparency in our pay practices. The estimated annual base salary range for this position in the United States is $87,758 - $116,285.18. Individual pay within this salary range is determined by several compensable factors, including performance, knowledge, job-related skills and experience, and relevant education or training. This role is also eligible for S&amp;C&rsquo;s annual incentive plan (AIP), subject to eligibility criteria.
Join Our Team as a Senior Digital Communications Specialist!
The Senior Digital Communications Specialist is responsible for shaping, executing, and optimizing our social media strategy across enterprise social media channels. This role spearheads the content creation and visual storytelling across social platforms and partners closely with corporate and product content teams to guide programmatic activities and ongoing improvement of our social channels. The Senior Digital Communications Specialist pushes for creative, fresh ideas while ensuring alignment with brand objectives, business priorities, and audience needs. The ideal candidate is both strategic and hands-on&mdash;able to craft insight-driven recommendations, lead paid and organic social initiatives, analyze performance trends, and oversee employee and influencer programs that amplify our brand presence.
Key Responsibilities:
Social Media Strategy &amp; Channel Management
<ul><li>Develop and oversee multi-channel social media strategies that support corporate and product marketing priorities.
</li><li>Think strategically about long-term channel positioning, content mix, audience targeting, and engagement approaches and identify when strategies need refining.
</li><li>Create best practices for each platform and coach internal stakeholders on thoughtful social use.
</li><li>Ensure a cohesive and differentiated brand presence across all social media touchpoints and continued maturation of social platforms.
</li><li>Ties social strategies to the overarching digital experience for customers and audience segments.
</li></ul>Content Creation &amp; Visual Storytelling
<ul><li>Identity and pitch new, creative content ideas that push for fresh, platform-appropriate activity while maintaining brand guidelines.
</li><li>Strong ability to independently write catchy, captivating content that compels audiences to engage.
</li><li>Create basic social assets using design tools (e.g., Canva, Adobe Express, InDesign, or similar).
</li><li>Collaborate with designers and videographers to bring larger creative concepts to life by providing clear briefs, feedback, and direction for visual and video content.
</li><li>Proactively develop and maintain editorial calendar to plan content related to company initiatives and execute in a timely manner.
</li></ul>Platform Intelligence &amp; Trends Monitoring
<ul><li>Stay informed on platform algorithm updates, best practices, new features and industry benchmarks to keep strategies current.
</li><li>Monitor emerging trends, audience behavior, and cultural trends to identify new content opportunities.
</li><li>Share insights and apply learnings to ensure content relevance and support ongoing optimization.
</li></ul>Stakeholder Consultation &amp; Collaboration
<ul><li>Serve as a trusted advisor to corporate and product content teams and coach them on social content creation.
</li><li>Provide strategic recommendations on content, messaging, formats, timing, and platform features and use.
</li><li>Partner with cross-functional teams, including content strategists, graphic designers, and videographers/animators, to bring social concepts to life.
</li><li>Support internal teams with social expertise during campaigns, announcements, and product launches.
</li></ul>Paid Social Campaign Management (LinkedIn Focus)
<ul><li>Lead planning, execution, and optimization of paid LinkedIn campaigns.
</li><li>Provide guidance on targeting, objectives, content formats, and messaging.
</li><li>Recommend budget allocations and monitor pacing, spending efficiency, and campaign ROI.
</li><li>Ensure campaigns align with broader marketing goals and overarching channel strategies.
</li></ul>Performance Analytics &amp; Optimization
<ul><li>Own social media reporting, dashboards, and performance insights in close collaboration with data analysts.
</li><li>Analyze platform trends, content performance, and audience behavior to refine strategy and continually optimize channels.
</li><li>Plan and execute tests to experiment with new ideas and refine content substance, creative, and copy.
</li><li>Translate data into actionable recommendations and present findings to internal stakeholders.
</li></ul>Employee Advocacy Program Management
<ul><li>Oversee the internal employee advocacy program to amplify corporate and product content.
</li><li>Develop monthly content bundles, engagement prompts, and internal promotion tactics.
</li><li>Track program performance and identify opportunities to increase employee participation and reach.
</li></ul>Social Listening &amp; Insights
<ul><li>Manage the social listening platform to monitor conversations, brand mentions, and emerging topics.
</li><li>Synthesize insights into regular summaries for corporate and product teams.
</li><li>Identify risks, opportunities, audience sentiment, and competitive trends.
</li></ul>Community Building &amp; Engagement
<ul><li>Grow and nurture online communities by strategically following relevant individuals, partners, industry voices, and customers to expand visibility and engagement.
</li><li>Actively monitor conversations across social platforms to identify opportunities for real-time interaction and brand visibility.
</li><li>Initiate and respond to comments, messages, and discussions in a timely, brand-appropriate manner.
</li><li>Develop the strategy and framework for a new influencer/creator program.
</li><li>Identify relevant influencers/creators, vet opportunities, and manage ongoing relationships.
</li><li>Oversee content collaboration, compensation processes, and performance measurement.
</li><li>Ensure influencer/creator content aligns with brand voice, product messaging, and compliance requirements.
</li><li>Maintain regular and punctual attendance.
</li><li>Attend in-person or virtual meetings as requested or required.
</li><li>Communicate effectively and respectfully with others.
</li><li>Other responsibilities as assigned.
</li></ul>Influencer &amp; Creator Program Development
<ul><li>Develop the strategy and framework for a new influencer/creator program.
</li><li>Identify relevant influencers/creators, vet opportunities, and manage ongoing relationships.
</li><li>Oversee content collaboration, compensation processes, and performance measurement.
</li>Ensure influencer/creator content aligns with brand voice, product messaging, and compliance requirements. 
<li>
</li></ul>Additional Functions:
<ul><li>Maintain regular and punctual attendance.
</li><li>Attend in-person or virtual meetings as requested or required.
</li><li>Communicate effectively and respectfully with others.
</li>Other responsibilities as assigned. 
<li>
</li></ul>What you&rsquo;ll need to Succeed:
<ul><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in communications, Marketing, Journalism, English, or a related field.
</li><li>5&ndash;7+ years of experience in social media, digital marketing, or related roles.
</li><li>Proven success developing and managing social strategies for B2B or corporate brands.
</li><li>Hands-on experience running paid campaigns, ideally with strong LinkedIn expertise.
</li><li>Experience with social analytics, employee advocacy tools, and social listening platforms.
</li><li>Mastery of social management platforms (e.g., Hootsuite, Sprout Social, or similar).
</li><li>Experience with social listening tools (e.g., Meltwater, Brandwatch, TalkWalker) and advocacy tools (e.g., EveryoneSocial, Sprout Advocacy, Hootsuite Amplify).
</li><li>Familiarity with reporting dashboards and data visualization tools.
</li><li>Basic design skills (Canva, Adobe Express, InDesign, or equivalent).
</li><li>Strong communication, writing, and presentation abilities.
</li><li>Ability to translate data into insights and insights into recommendations.
</li><li>Comfortable consulting with senior stakeholders across multiple teams.
</li><li>Highly organized, nimble, and possessing strong project management skills.
</li><li>Detail-oriented and able to maintain high quality of work.
</li><li>Proactive, independent, and a self-starter.
</li><li>Creative thinker with an understanding of digital storytelling and platform nuance.
</li><li>Willing to grow, open to feedback, and a positive collaborator.
</li>Ability to professionally represent S&amp;C with outside vendors, organizations, and collaborators. 
<li>
</li></ul><div></div><div>Preferred
</div>Experience working for a B2B company. 
<ul><li>
</li></ul>S&amp;C Electric is committed to equal-opportunity employment. All employees and applicants will be considered without regard to age, color, disability, gender, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law. If you are an individual with a disability and need an accommodation to complete the application, please email us at TAsupport@sandc.com .
No fixed deadline
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Senior Digital Communications Specialist

EVERSANA

<div>Company Description 
EVERSANA INTOUCH&reg; is a global, full-service marketing agency network serving the life sciences industry, and is the first &ndash; and only &ndash; agency network to be part of a fully integrated commercialization platform through EVERSANA&reg;. We provide next-generation creative and media services, enterprise solutions and data analytics services for clients.
We get fired up when people talk about getting&mdash;and staying&mdash;healthy. That&rsquo;s where we find our inspiration: in the very human experiences of patients, doctors, and even each other. Then, we collaborate on ways to make caring for one&rsquo;s health more achievable, connecting patients and physicians with the information and tools they need.
We embrace diversity in backgrounds and experiences. Improving patient lives around the world is a priority, and we need people from all backgrounds and swaths of life to help build the future of the healthcare and the life sciences industry. We believe our people make all the difference in cultivating an inclusive culture that embraces our cultural beliefs. 
Job Description 
WHAT DOES A VP, SOCIAL MEDIA DO?
This role leads a high-performing team of social and digital strategists, ensuring optimal performance, efficient budget management, and the continuous growth of team members&rsquo; skills. Acting as one of the company&rsquo;s leading voices in social and digital trends, the VP develops and conducts department- and company-wide training to keep teams updated on best practices, platform changes, and emerging technologies &mdash; including the responsible application of AI within marketing workflows.
The VP oversees the strategic and creative execution of social media initiatives, integrating paid strategies into the broader digital ecosystem. They play a critical role in shaping day-to-day social media strategies, including content creation, social-first production, influencer engagement, social specific management, and portfolio oversight.
This leader proactively identifies emerging platforms and trends, develops point‑of‑view perspectives on platform updates and innovation opportunities, and champions participation in industry conferences and workshops. They cultivate and manage senior‑level relationships with platform partners, industry experts, influencers, and technology providers to drive meaningful partnerships and establish thought leadership.
The VP is also responsible for designing and governing AI‑enabled agents embedded across social marketing workflows &mdash; enhancing efficiency in strategy development, content creation, moderation, social listening, and reporting &mdash; while maintaining strong human oversight, ethical standards, and compliance within a regulated healthcare environment.<ul><li>
Serve as social + digital leader embedded within collaborative teams for multiple US and global brands.</li><li>
Lead a team of high-performing social strategists to maximize performance, manage budgets efficiently, mentor team members, and support ongoing skill development across paid media, influencer strategy, social-first production, and emerging technologies.</li><li>
Act as a voice across the company to develop and deliver department- and companywide trainings that regularly update teams on platform best practices, paid innovation, influencer trends, and AI-enabled workflow enhancements.</li><li>
Oversee strategic and creative execution, ensuring expertise in paid social integration, platform-native storytelling, influencer activation, and alignment to the broader digital ecosystem.</li><li>
Play a pivotal role in leading day-to-day social media strategy for a variety of account teams, including content oversight, social-first production planning, influencer integration, project management, and portfolio leadership.</li><li>
Design and manage AI agents within social workflows to improve efficiency in content development, community management, listening, reporting, and performance optimization &mdash; maintaining responsible human oversight at all times.</li><li>
Oversee the development and communication of POV documents regarding platform changes, emerging technologies, and innovation opportunities across the social landscape.</li><li>
Identify, cultivate, and manage high-level relationships with industry experts, platform representatives, influencer partners, and technology vendors.</li><li>
Demonstrate a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion through continuous development, modeling inclusive behaviors, and proactively managing bias.</li><li>
All other duties as assigned.</li></ul> 

Qualifications 
WHAT ARE LOOKING FOR?<ul><li>
15+ years of experience creating and leading impactful, comprehensive social and digital campaigns that integrate paid, owned, influencer, and content strategies.</li><li>
Strong agency and pharmaceutical marketing experience required.</li><li>
Deep expertise in paid and organic social media strategy across platforms including Google, Meta, YouTube, LinkedIn, X, Snapchat, Reddit, TikTok, SERMO, Figure1, and other emerging channels.</li><li>
Strong strategic thinker with the ability to develop programs that are unique, relevant, creative, measurable, and commercially impactful.</li><li>
Experience integrating AI tools into marketing workflows, including the design and management of AI agents that enhance social execution and performance.</li><li>
Design and manage AI agents embedded within social marketing workflows to enhance strategy, content, moderation, and reporting.</li><li>
Ensure intelligent automation strengthens &mdash; not replaces &mdash; human insight, creativity, and regulatory accountability.</li><li>
Ability to clearly connect social strategies and tactics to ROI by partnering with analytics and strategy teams to develop performance models, incrementality testing, and marketing mix analysis.</li><li>
Experience managing and sustaining profitable accounts, including development of meaningful metrics, scorecards, budget oversight, team structures, and client reporting models.</li><li>
Comprehensive understanding of social team LOE across strategy development, paid execution, reporting, monitoring and moderation (M&amp;M), listening, IRM, influencer compliance, and production.</li><li>
Strong track record of leading new business efforts and winning pitches.</li><li>
Ability to grow client relationships organically through consistently excellent work and forward-looking innovation.</li><li>
Proven ability to partner with account, strategy, creative, media, and analytics teams to ensure social remains an indispensable and revenue-driving part of the business.</li><li>
Demonstrated ability to manage staff effectively to deliver projects on time, within budget, and with high-quality results.</li></ul> 

Additional Information 
OUR CULTURAL BELIEFS:
Patient Minded I act with the patient&rsquo;s best interest in mind.
Client Delight I own every client experience and its impact on results.
Take Action I am empowered and empower others to act now.
Grow Talent I own my development and invest in the development of others.
Win Together I passionately connect with anyone, anywhere, anytime to achieve results.
Communication Matters I speak up to create transparent, thoughtful and timely dialogue.
Embrace Diversity I create an environment of awareness and respect.
Always Innovate I am bold and creative in everything I do.<div></div>
Our team is aware of recent fraudulent job offers in the market, misrepresenting EVERSANA. Recruitment fraud is a sophisticated scam commonly perpetrated through online services using fake websites, unsolicited e-mails, or even text messages claiming to be a legitimate company. Some of these scams request personal information and even payment for training or job application fees. Please know EVERSANA would never require personal information nor payment of any kind during the employment process. We respect the personal rights of all candidates looking to explore careers at EVERSANA.
EVERSANA is committed to providing competitive salaries and benefits for all employees. If this job posting includes a base salary range, it represents the low and high end of the salary range for this position and is not applicable to locations outside of the U.S. Compensation will be determined based on relevant experience, other job-related qualifications/skills, and geographic location (to account for comparative cost of living). More information about EVERSANA&rsquo;s benefits package can be found at eversana.com/careers. EVERSANA reserves the right to modify this base salary range and benefits at any time.
From EVERSANA&rsquo;s inception, Diversity, Equity &amp; Inclusion have always been key to our success. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, and our employees are people with different strengths, experiences, and backgrounds who share a passion for improving the lives of patients and leading innovation within the healthcare industry. Diversity not only includes race and gender identity, but also age, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, religion, and many other parts of one&rsquo;s identity. All of our employees&rsquo; points of view are key to our success, and inclusion is everyone's responsibility.
Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable state and local laws, it is the policy of EVERSANA to provide reasonable accommodation when requested by a qualified applicant or candidate with a disability, unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship for EVERSANA. The policy regarding requests for reasonable accommodations applies to all aspects of the hiring process. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the interview and hiring process, please contact us at applicantsupport@eversana.com.
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VP, Social Media

Praytell

<div>Praytell is a creative communications agency built by strategic minds and spirited hearts who believe original storytelling, unexpected ideas and an instinctive recoil from anything remotely boring can shape culture and make people&hellip; well, give a sh!t. We partner with brands to create timely, integrated and headline-worthy campaigns across social, earned, digital, experiential and emerging platforms, all rooted in smart strategy, creative excellence and a deep understanding of what&rsquo;s resonating right now.
We&rsquo;ve been doing this for just over a decade and have picked up some pretty cool awards along the way, including PRWeek&rsquo;s Best Place to Work (8x and counting), Agency of the Year and even a few your mom might recognize - even if she doesn&rsquo;t fully get what you do for a living.
Our work is collaborative, fast-moving and driven by curiosity, grounded in how we show up for our clients and for one another. If you&rsquo;re looking to join an ambitious, deeply supportive team that&rsquo;s focused on doing great work with great people and doesn&rsquo;t take itself too seriously, we&rsquo;d love to hear from you.
The Opportunity
Praytell is looking for our next Paid Media Strategist to support our growing team! This role will play a key part in developing, executing and optimizing paid media campaigns across platforms, partnering closely with strategy, creative and account teams to deliver smart, performance-driven work for our clients. We&rsquo;re looking for someone who is equal parts analytical and creative - a strategic thinker who can translate insights into action, manage campaigns end to end and continuously refine performance to drive measurable impact, all while staying current on platform updates and best practices to keep our work fresh and effective.
Key responsibilities include:<ul><li>
Develop paid media plans for Praytell clients that include detailed breakdowns of audience targeting, ad products, creative formats, budgets and timelines</li><li>
Work cross-functionally with the creative, account, strategy and influencer teams to develop brand and creator-led paid campaigns</li><li>
Build, manage and optimize paid media campaigns across key social media platforms including Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, Twitter, TikTok and YouTube</li><li>
Manage campaign budgets, billing reconciliation and pacing to ensure efficient spend and accurate financial tracking</li><li>
Develop A/B tests and other opportunities to continuously optimize campaign performance</li><li>
Develop campaign reports that provide clients with performance analysis, learnings and actionable insights and recommendations for future campaigns</li><li>
Own day-to-day client communication for paid media workstreams, including status updates, reporting walkthroughs and performance recommendations</li><li>
Oversee the work of paid media intern(s) and junior staff, guiding them through trainings and ensuring they develop working knowledge of key digital ad platforms and reporting, starting with social media</li><li>
Support new business efforts through paid media recommendations, budget modeling and pitch participation</li><li>
Extend Praytell&rsquo;s paid media offering to additional digital advertising channels including programmatic, search and podcasts</li><li>
Stay up to date on the latest social media platform trends, paid products and features, serving as a subject matter expert for Praytell clients and internal stakeholders</li></ul>
About You
Experience you have:<ul><li>
2-3 years of hands-on paid media buying experience with strong working knowledge of major social media ad platforms including Meta, LinkedIn, TikTok, X and YouTube</li><li>
Experience supporting influencer paid campaigns including whitelisting, branded content ads and Spark ads, with an understanding of how paid and creator strategies work together</li><li>
Proven ability to manage multiple campaigns, deadlines and stakeholders simultaneously with strong attention to detail and QA rigor</li><li>
Experience managing monthly budgets across multiple platforms with strong pacing discipline and accurate budget reconciliation</li><li>
Working knowledge of campaign setup including audience creation, pixel implementation, UTM structure and basic conversion tracking</li><li>
Comfortable working cross-functionally with account, creative, strategy, influencer and project management teams to ensure paid media is integrated into broader campaign plans</li><li>
Confident in client-facing settings, including written reporting and live presentations, with clear and professional communication skills</li><li>
Strong analytical skills with the ability to pull insights from platform dashboards, GA4 and reporting tools and translate data into actionable recommendations</li><li>
Advanced proficiency in Excel and Google Sheets including formulas and pivot tables, using data to inform optimizations and improve workflows</li><li>
Naturally curious and proactive about staying up to date on platform updates, new ad products and emerging trends in the paid and social landscape</li></ul>
Equally important, you are:<ul><li>
Ambitious and entrepreneurial</li><li>
Flexible and adaptable</li><li>
Meticulous and well-organized</li><li>
A creative problem solver</li><li>
Inquisitive and eager to learn</li><li>
Collaborative and team-oriented</li><li>
Honest and ethical in all work</li><li>
Committed to advancing diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging in the workplace</li></ul>
Benefits
We offer a growing list of benefits and perks, including:<ul><li>
Salary: $65,000 - $75,000 (This range reflects the minimum and maximum compensation. We typically offer salaries within the 25th to 75th percentiles and cannot exceed the listed maximum. Final offers depend on experience, skills and qualifications.)</li><li>
Comprehensive health care (Medical, Dental, Vision)</li><li>
Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) with annual shares of Project Worldwide, our parent company</li><li>
Traditional and Roth 401(k) options with an annual employer contribution based on company performance</li><li>
Flexible Time Off (FTO), company holidays and mental health days</li><li>
Flexible work locations within the US - remote is a-ok! We also have physical hubs and offices in LA, SF, Austin, Chicago, Minneapolis and New York</li><li>
Flex Fridays, designed to keep Fridays meeting-free for focused work and to give you space to support your personal wellbeing while delivering great client service</li><li>
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with mental health, family, career, legal and financial support</li><li>
Paid parental leave and fertility support</li><li>
Training and team-building programs</li><li>
Camp Praytell, our company offsite (eligibility based on start date)</li><li>
Employee Resource Groups (BEACON, Compa&ntilde;eros, elevAsian, Herizon and Prism)</li><li>
And more!</li></ul>
Interview Process
Please note that due to the high volume of applications we receive, while we&rsquo;re incredibly grateful for your interest, we&rsquo;re not able to respond to each one individually. We&rsquo;ll be in touch with candidates we&rsquo;re moving forward with. We know how hard it can be to wait and wonder, especially in today&rsquo;s job market, so if you don&rsquo;t hear from us within 5 business days, it means we&rsquo;ve moved forward with other candidates for this role. We truly appreciate the time and care you put into applying and will keep your application on file for future opportunities.
Our interview process typically takes 4-6 weeks, and here&rsquo;s what you can expect along the way:<ul><li>
Submit Application</li><li>
Phone Screen w/ Head of Talent (30 Mins)</li><li>
Team Interview (30 Mins - 1 Hour)</li><li>
Leadership Interview (30 Mins)</li><li>
TBD: Short, Client-Agnostic Take-Home Test (Paid via Electronic Gift Card)</li><li>
Offer (Target Start Date: March 2026)</li></ul>
Who We Are
We are an equal opportunity employer. We welcome all people and do not discriminate - period. All qualified applicants will receive consideration in accordance with federal, state and local laws. We prohibit any form of workplace harassment based on any protected class and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace in every location where we operate.</div>

Paid Media Strategist

Openlands

<div>Description: 
The Communications Specialist is a key member of the External Affairs function at Openlands, responsible for executing day-to-day communications activities across digital platforms and supporting donor and corporate engagement initiatives. This role focuses on social media management, website updates, email marketing, and storytelling that amplifies Openlands&rsquo; mission and strategic priorities.
Reporting to the Assistant Director of Communications, the Communications Specialist works closely with the Public Relations Specialist, Development, and Programmatic Teams to ensure timely, accurate, and high-quality content delivery. This is a full-time, non-exempt, hybrid position requiring occasional evening and weekend work for events.
Essential Job Functions:
Social Media Management and Content Creation<ul><li>
Create original content in multiple formats, including images, short and long videos, social graphics, infographics, and branded materials, ensuring accessibility and cultural relevance for bilingual audiences.</li><li>
Manage Openlands&rsquo; social media calendar and ensure posts reflect the organization&rsquo;s brand, voice, and strategic priorities.</li><li>
Plan, execute and optimize paid social media campaigns, managing budget, targeting and performance to support Openlands&rsquo; priorities.
</li><li>Collaborate with internal teams to strategize content and respond to timely opportunities to share with external audiences.
</li><li>Work closely with Program, Development, and Communications staff to gather stories, updates, and visuals.</li><li>
Monitor platforms for engagement, trends, and brand sentiment; respond to comments and direct messages.</li><li>
Support influencer and partner relationships through collaborative posts and cross-tagging.</li><li>
Produce monthly performance reports and recommend improvements to increase reach and engagement.</li></ul>
Website Content Updates<ul><li>
Maintain Openlands&rsquo; website, updating pages and posting new content to ensure accuracy, accessibility, and SEO compliance.</li><li>
Partner with Program staff to keep Program pages updated and relevant to seasonal needs.</li><li>
Track and report on website analytics to inform user experience improvements.</li><li>
Coordinate with external web vendors to address technical issues and performance needs.</li></ul>
E-Mail Marketing<ul><li>
Build and distribute email campaigns, including monthly newsletters, Program updates, action alerts, and event invitations.</li><li>
Partner with the Development staff to support online fundraising campaigns (e.g., Spring Giving, Year-End Giving).</li><li>
Implement tracking codes to measure campaign performance and create monthly reports on email engagement and impact.</li><li>
Maintain email list hygiene and ensure accurate integration with the CRM system.</li></ul>
Internal Communications<ul><li>
Assist with onboarding processes for new staff and board members, including email signatures, website updates, and internal communications access.</li><li>
Update and maintain brand resources and communications templates.</li><li>
Support scheduling and logistics for internal communications trainings.</li></ul>
Collaboration, Analytics &amp; Reporting<ul><li>
Elaborate monthly reports on social media, website, and email performance.</li><li>
Track key metrics to inform strategy and demonstrate ROI for communications efforts.</li><li>
Analyze social media and media outreach metrics, providing insights to improve performance and storytelling.</li><li>
Collaborate on campaigns and strategy to ensure Openlands is reaching and engaging bilingual audiences effectively.</li></ul>
Other duties as assigned
Requirements:

 Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities<ul><li>
Strong commitment to Openlands&rsquo; mission, values, and equity-centered approach.</li><li>
Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in communications, public relations, journalism, marketing, or related field.</li><li>
3-5 years of experience in social media, communications, marketing, or fundraising.</li><li>
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.</li><li>
Proficiency in social media platforms and management tools (e.g., Hootsuite).</li><li>
Experience with Capcut, WordPress, Canva, Constant Contact, and other content creation tools.
</li><li>Valid driver&rsquo;s license and reliable transportation for travel to program sites and events.</li><li>
Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple deadlines.</li><li>
Ability to work collaboratively with diverse teams and stakeholders.</li><li>
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.</li></ul>
Preferred:<ul><li>
Master&rsquo;s degree or additional certifications in communications or digital marketing.</li><li>
Salesforce CRM experience.</li><li>
Spanish language proficiency (written and oral).</li><li>
Knowledge of conservation, environmental justice, or nonprofit sectors.</li></ul>
COVER LETTER AND RESUME REQUIRED</div>

Communications Specialist

Lee Enterprises

Amplified Digital, a division of Lee Enterprises, is seeking a highly creative, performance-driven Social Media & Community Manager who lives and breathes social media. This is not a “just post and schedule” role — this person will own social strategy, content creation, video editing, on-camera presence, and community engagement across multiple healthcare brands. You should be obsessed with trends, deeply fluent in short-form video, confident behind and in front of the camera, and excited to build culture, spark conversation, and create content that performs.
 
This is a remote role; however, candidates must live in Illinois or Northwest Indiana, have their own car, and be willing to drive regularly to clinic locations and community events across IL and Northwest Indiana to film content and capture on-site social media. This position pays $65,000 to $75,000 annually.
 
What You’ll Do
 Social Strategy & Content Creation
 <ul>
<li>Own and execute social media across Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and YouTube</li>
<li>Plan and manage content calendars and posting schedules</li>
<li>Take content from idea → storyboard → filming → editing → posting → reporting</li>
<li>Create high-volume, high-quality short-form and long-form video (Reels, TikToks, Shorts)</li>
<li>Write compelling captions, hooks, and hashtag strategies</li>
<li>Track performance and report insights using analytics tools</li>
</ul>
Video & Creative Execution
 <ul>
<li>Film with both phone and DSLR</li>
<li>Edit high-performing, thumb-stopping videos using tools like CapCut, Premiere Pro, Final Cut, After Effects, Canva, etc.</li>
<li>Stay ahead of trends, audio, editing styles, and algorithm changes</li>
<li>Continuously test new formats and creative approaches</li>
</ul>
On-Camera & Field Content
 <ul>
<li>Act as on-camera talent when needed</li>
<li>Confidently interview doctors, staff, patients (when appropriate), and community members</li>
<li>Travel to clinic locations and events across Illinois and Northwest Indiana to capture content</li>
<li>Film content featuring yourself in different environments</li>
</ul>
Reputation Management
 <ul>
<li>Own reputation management across Google, Yelp, Apple Maps, and other platforms</li>
<li>Monitor, respond to, QA, and escalate reviews</li>
<li>Identify review trends and surface insights</li>
</ul>
Community Engagement & Events
 <ul>
<li>Identify relevant community events</li>
<li>Support tabling and in-person activations</li>
<li>Capture live social content at events</li>
<li>Act as a brand ambassador</li>
</ul>
Team Collaboration & Campaign Ideation
 <ul>
<li>Brainstorm viral content, challenges, and campaigns</li>
<li>Support ad creative ideation and mockups</li>
<li>Collaborate with marketing, design, and strategy teams</li>
<li>Provide ad-hoc support across the marketing team</li>
</ul>
Who You Are
 <ul>
<li>Wildly passionate about social media and creator culture</li>
<li>Always ahead of trends, formats, and platform updates</li>
<li>Proactive, scrappy, and resourceful</li>
<li>Confident and energetic on camera</li>
<li>Comfortable working fast with minimal hand-holding</li>
<li>Able to balance creativity, performance, and compliance in healthcare</li>
</ul>
Qualifications
 <ul>
<li>3+ years of experience in social media content creation and video editing</li>
<li>Proven track record of viral or high-performing content</li>
<li>Deep knowledge of Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and YouTube</li>
<li>Strong editing skills using CapCut, Canva, and similar tools</li>
<li>Experience managing online reputation and reviews</li>
<li>Strong storytelling and communication skills</li>
<li>Valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle</li>
<li>Willingness to travel locally across IL and Northwest Indiana</li>
<li>Self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced environment</li>
</ul>
Final candidates will be asked to submit work samples showcasing content creation and editing skills.
 
Bonus Points
 <ul>
<li>Experience in healthcare, wellness, or regulated industries</li>
<li>Paid social or ad creative ideation experience</li>
<li>Strong analytics and performance measurement skills</li>
<li>Photography or film background</li>
<li>UGC creator, brand ambassador, or influencer experience</li>
</ul>
How to Apply
 Apply with your resume. If you have links to your social profiles, portfolio, or video work feel free to share!
 
Why Join Us?
 Lee Enterprises offers competitive wages (base plus commission) in a dynamic, interesting work environment with career growth opportunities. We offer an extensive benefit program which includes medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, company provided life insurance and supplemental life insurance. In addition, we offer a 401K retirement plan with company match. We also offer generous paid time off to allow flexibility to balance personal life and work. This includes paid parental leave for new parents.
 
Lee Enterprises is a major subscription and advertising platform and a leading provider of local news and information, with daily newspapers, rapidly growing digital products and nearly 350 weekly and specialty publications serving over 70 markets in 25 states. Year to date, Lee's newspapers have an average daily circulation of 1.0 million, and our legacy websites, including acquisitions, reach more than 33 million digital unique visitors.
 
Lee Enterprises is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we participate in Everify. We respect and celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. For more information about Lee, check us out at www.lee.net.

Social Media & Community Manager

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