Social Media Marketing Manager

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Job Title: Social Media Marketing Specialist

Location: Southside Football Academy (onsite/hybrid/remote options depending on preference)

Job Type: Contract

Reports To: Marketing Manager / Academy Director

About Us:

Southside Football Academy is a premier youth development organization committed to building the next generation of soccer talent. With a focus on skill, discipline, and community, we provide top-tier coaching and a supportive environment for aspiring athletes.

Job Summary:

We’re looking for a passionate and creative Social Media Marketing Specialist to manage our online presence and engage our growing community of players, parents, and fans. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of sports marketing, content creation, and analytics, with a keen eye for storytelling and brand consistency.

Key Responsibilities:

Develop and implement social media strategies to increase brand awareness and engagement across platforms (Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, Twitter/X, YouTube, etc.)

Plan, create, and schedule compelling content including photos, videos, graphics, and written posts

Cover academy events, training sessions, and matches with live social media updates

Collaborate with coaches, players, and staff to source authentic content and success stories

Monitor social media channels, respond to comments and messages, and foster community engagement

Track performance metrics, generate insights, and adjust strategies based on analytics

Support digital campaigns and promotions for player sign-ups, merchandise, or events

Requirements:

Proven experience managing social media accounts (bonus points for sports-related brands)

Proficiency in tools like Canva, Adobe Creative Suite, or CapCut for content creation

Strong understanding of social media trends, algorithms, and audience targeting

Basic photography and video editing skills (mobile or DSLR)

Excellent communication and writing skills

Ability to work independently and attend academy events (some weekends or evenings required)

Preferred:

Background in soccer or a strong interest in the sport

Knowledge of Meta Business Suite, Hootsuite, or similar scheduling tools

Perks:

Be part of a passionate, fast-growing sports academy

Flexible schedule and creative freedom

Opportunities to grow into broader digital marketing or media roles

Job Type: Fixed term contract

Contract length: 3 months

Pay: From $30.00 per hour

Additional pay:

Bonus pay

Benefits:

Flexible schedule

Work from home

Flexible language requirement:

French not required

Work Location: Remote

Application deadline: 2025-05-10

Expected start date: 2025-05-01