Associate Creative Director, Social
$120,000–$145,000 year
HybridLos Angeles, California, United States
Job Summary
Lead social media strategic content development and execution for varying clients by ideating high-performing real-time creative that engages audiences across Instagram, TikTok, X, Threads, and YouTube Shorts. Execute platform-specific assets to maximize native engagement while monitoring cultural trends and breaking news to inform creative direction. Provide data-driven optimization plans based on performance metrics and oversee client social accounts in partnership with other departments. Create editorial calendars, manage community engagement, and present strategies and performance reports to clients and internal stakeholders. Mentor junior staff and ensure all output aligns with broader marketing objectives.
Required Qualifications
- At least 7-8 years of experience in social media creative development and social media marketing with at least half in a senior or ACD-equivalent role
- Proven track record of developing and executing successful social media creative
- Incredible social-first, fast creative execution that earns high engagement
- Strong analytical skills with experience in social media metrics and reporting
- Demonstrated expertise across major social platforms (Instagram, TikTok especially)
- Proficiency in social media management and analytics tools (Sprout, Sprinklr, Meta Business Suite)
- Excellence in project management and meeting deadlines
- Outstanding written and verbal communication skills
- Experience presenting to clients and stakeholders
- Demonstrated ability to build and grow social media audiences
- Deep understanding of social media best practices and platform-specific requirements
- Expert Adobe suite mastery
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