About the Role:

We're seeking a proactive and creative Social Media Marketing Associate to manage our social media presence and email marketing campaigns. This is a part-time, remote position perfect for a self-starter who thrives on creating engaging content, building community, and driving measurable growth across digital channels.

Schedule:

• Mondays to Fridays, flexible hours within the client’s business hours (20 hours per week)
• Potential to transition to full-time

Independent Contractor Perks:

• Permanent work from home
• Immediate hiring

Primary Responsibilities:

• Social Media Management (60% of role)
• Strategy Development: Create and execute a comprehensive social media strategy aligned with business goals
• Content Creation & Editing: Write, edit, and schedule compelling posts across platforms (Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, etc.)
• Community Engagement: Monitor, respond to, and engage with followers and comments in a timely manner
• Growth & Analytics: Implement growth strategies to increase followers, engagement, and conversions; track and report on key metrics
• Content Calendar Management: Plan and maintain a monthly content calendar with a consistent posting schedule
• Trend Monitoring: Stay current on social media trends, platform updates, and best practices

• Email Marketing (40% of role)
• Campaign Execution: Design, write, and send weekly email campaigns to our subscriber list
• Platform Management: Manage email campaigns in Square (current platform) or recommend and implement superior alternatives
• List Management: Segment audiences, maintain clean contact lists, and grow subscriber base
• Performance Analysis: Track open rates, click-through rates, conversions, and provide insights for optimization
• A/B Testing: Test subject lines, content, and send times to improve email performance
• Automation: Set up automated email sequences (welcome series, abandoned cart, follow-ups, etc.)

Required Qualifications:

• Experience & Skills
• 2+ years of hands-on experience managing social media accounts for businesses (portfolio or case studies required)
• 1+ years of email marketing experience, preferably with Square or similar platforms (Mailchimp, Klaviyo, ConvertKit, etc.)
• Proven track record of growing social media accounts and increasing engagement
• Strong copywriting and editing skills with excellent grammar and attention to detail
• Experience with social media scheduling tools (Later, Hootsuite, Buffer, Meta Business Suite, etc.)
• Proficiency in basic graphic design tools (Canva, Adobe Express, or similar)
• Understanding of social media analytics and email marketing metrics

• Personal Attributes
• Self-motivated with excellent time management skills
• Creative thinker who can generate fresh content ideas
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills
• Proactive problem-solver who takes initiative
• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal)
• Comfortable working independently in a remote environment
• Adaptable and willing to learn new platforms/tools

Preferred Qualifications (Nice to Have):

• Experience in retail/e-commerce
• Knowledge of paid social media advertising (Meta Ads, Instagram Ads)
• Familiarity with e-commerce platforms (Shopify & Square)
• Experience with user-generated content (UGC) campaigns
• Understanding of SEO and content marketing principles

Tools & Platforms You’ll Use:

• Social Media:

• Instagram, Facebook, TikTok (YouTube is not required but definitely a plus)
• Scheduling tools (we're open to your recommendations)
• Analytics platforms

• Email Marketing:

• Square (current platform)
• Open to migrating to alternative platforms if you identify better options

• Communication & Project Management:

• Slack, Asana, Google Workspace

Side Note:

• This is a permanent work-from-home role under an Independent Contractor arrangement. Candidates must have their own computer and reliable internet connection, and are responsible for their own taxes and benefits. Professional hourly fees are determined by your performance throughout the application process.

Reminder:

• Please follow the provided link to BruntWork’s Career Site to finish your initial application requirements, including the assessment questions, technical check, and voice recording. Submissions that fulfill all requirements will receive priority review.