TexAgs is Hiring: Social Media Manager

TexAgs is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Social Media Manager to join our team. Our Social Media Manager will be responsible for developing and implementing social media strategies to enhance our brand, engage our followers and drive traffic to our website. We’re looking for someone who is a creative thinker that has excellent attention to detail and their finger on the pulse of all social media platforms. Applicants need excellent written and oral communication skills. Interest in Aggie Athletics is a must, with the ability to speak to and with the fans of Texas A&M sports.

The job requires the Social Media Manager to be highly responsive to the news cycle, which often occurs outside of normal working hours. Therefore, the ideal candidate must be available and willing to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, to ensure timely and effective social media coverage.

Responsibilities:
• Develop and execute social media strategies to increase engagement, followers and website traffic
• Create and manage social media content calendars across multiple platforms, including Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube
• Collaborate with the content team to create engaging and shareable social media content, including graphics, videos and written posts
• Monitor and analyze social media performance metrics, including reach, engagement and conversion rates
• Identify and track relevant industry trends and incorporate them into our social media strategy
• Manage social media advertising campaigns and budgets
• Engage with our followers and community through social media channels, responding to comments and messages in a timely and professional manner
• Stay up-to-date with the latest social media tools and trends, making recommendations for new platforms or features that could benefit our brand

Requirements:
• Bachelor's degree in marketing, communications, or a related field
• 2+ years of experience in social media management, preferably in the sports media industry
• Proven track record of increasing engagement and driving website traffic through social media channels
• Strong understanding of social media best practices, including content strategy, advertising and analytics
• Proficiency in social media management tools, such as Hootsuite, Buffer or Sprout Social
• Proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite, primarily Photoshop and related tools
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to write compelling social media posts and respond to customer inquiries in a professional manner
• Knowledge of sports media and the ability to create engaging content for a sports-loving audience

If you are a social media expert with a passion for sports media, we want to hear from you. This is a full-time position with competitive compensation and benefits. Please submit your resume, cover letter, and examples of your social media work here.