Supports the company’s social media presence by creating and scheduling posts, monitoring accounts and engagement, responding to basic messages, researching trends and hashtags, developing content calendars, preparing captions and promotional content, compiling basic performance reports, and maintaining consistent branding across platforms.
We are looking for a creative and organized Social Media Assistant to support the company's online presence across various social media platforms. Responsibilities include preparing content, scheduling posts, monitoring audience engagement, responding to basic inquiries, and assisting with digital marketing activities.
Full job description
The Remote Social Media Assistant will work with the marketing team to maintain and improve the company's social media presence. The successful candidate should be familiar with popular social media platforms, possess good writing skills, and demonstrate creativity and attention to detail.
Key responsibilities:
- Assist in creating and scheduling social media posts.
- Monitor company social media accounts.
- Respond to basic comments and customer messages.
- Help develop content calendars.
- Research relevant topics, trends, and hashtags.
- Assist with preparing captions and promotional content.
- Monitor engagement and compile basic performance reports.
- Maintain consistent company branding across platforms.
Qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Good written communication skills.
- Familiarity with Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, and TikTok.
- Basic knowledge of content creation.
- Creativity and attention to detail.
- Previous social media experience is preferred but not required.
Required skills: Writing, creativity, communication, organization, social media awareness, and basic digital marketing knowledge.
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