Social Media Manager (Short Term)

Position Overview

Allied Sports is seeking a creative, organized, and digitally savvy Social Media Manager to support the social media presence and personal brand of a high-profile client within our Talent Representation division.
This temporary, part-time role will focus on developing and executing social media strategies, managing content calendars, coordinating social media activity, and supporting branded content initiatives that align with the client's personal brand, professional objectives, and commercial partnerships.
The ideal candidate has a strong understanding of social media platforms, content trends, and the sports and entertainment landscape. They are a proactive, creative thinker who is comfortable collaborating directly with talent and internal teams, managing multiple priorities, and identifying opportunities to grow audience engagement and strengthen digital presence.

Key Responsibilities:

Social Media Strategy & Management

• Support the development and execution of social media strategies that strengthen the client's personal brand, grow their digital presence, and increase audience engagement.
• Manage and coordinate social media activity across relevant platforms, including Instagram, TikTok, X, and other channels as needed.
• Develop and maintain content calendars aligned with the client's schedule, professional commitments, brand partnerships, and relevant cultural or sporting moments.
• Identify creative content opportunities based on emerging trends, platform best practices, and audience interests.
• Collaborate directly with the client and Allied Sports' Talent Representation team to ensure content reflects the client's voice, personality, and brand objectives.
• Coordinate content scheduling, publishing, and approvals in collaboration with the client and internal stakeholders.

Content Planning & Development

• Develop creative content ideas, concepts, and recommendations tailored to the client's brand and audience.
• Assist in planning and coordinating social media content, including short-form videos, photography, graphics, and platform-specific creative assets.
• Work with the client, internal teams, and external creative partners to gather and organize content for social media use.
• Provide creative direction and recommendations to ensure content is engaging, relevant, and consistent with the client's personal brand.
• Depending on client needs, support hands-on content creation, including photography, video capture and editing, real-time content production, and occasional attendance at events or appearances.

Branded Content & Partnership Support

• Support the planning and execution of social media content associated with the client's endorsement agreements and commercial partnerships.
• Collaborate with Allied Sports' Talent Representation team, brand partners, and external agencies to coordinate content concepts, timelines, and deliverables.
• Assist with branded content development, including creative concepts, scripts, shot lists, and content recommendations.
• Coordinate content approvals and publishing schedules to ensure partnership deliverables are executed accurately and on time.
• Help ensure branded content aligns with the client's personal brand, partnership requirements, and applicable platform guidelines.

Community Management & Performance Reporting

• Monitor social media engagement, audience sentiment, and relevant conversations across platforms.
• Identify opportunities for audience interaction, community growth, and increased engagement.
• Track key social media performance metrics, including audience growth, reach, engagement, and content performance.
• Prepare monthly performance reports highlighting key metrics, content insights, and recommendations for improvement.
• Stay informed on emerging social media platforms, trends, tools, and best practices within sports, entertainment, and digital culture.

Qualifications & Experience

• 3–5 years of professional experience in social media management, digital content, influencer marketing, or a related field.
• Demonstrated experience managing social media accounts, developing content calendars, and supporting audience growth and engagement.
• Experience working with professional athletes, high-profile talent, influencers, or public figures preferred.
• Strong understanding of Instagram, TikTok, X, and emerging social media platforms, including content trends, analytics, and best practices.
• Familiarity with content creation and editing tools such as CapCut, Adobe Creative Suite, Canva, or similar platforms.
• Strong creative instincts and the ability to develop engaging, platform-appropriate content ideas.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to adapt content to reflect an individual's voice and personality.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Proactive, resourceful, and comfortable working independently while collaborating with internal and external stakeholders.
• Strong interest in sports, entertainment, pop culture, and the evolving digital media landscape.
• Ability to exercise professionalism, discretion, and confidentiality when working with high-profile individuals.
• Flexibility to accommodate occasional evening, weekend, or event-related needs based on business requirements.
  
  

Position Details

• This is a remote, temporary, part-time position supporting one designated client within Allied Sports' Talent Representation division.
• The position is anticipated to require approximately 20–30 hours per week, with flexibility based on client needs and business priorities.
• The initial assignment is expected to last approximately 90 days, with the possibility of extension based on performance,
• client needs, and evolving business requirements.
• The Social Media Manager will report to the VP, Partnership Development and collaborate directly with the client and Allied Sports' Talent Representation team.
• Occasional travel, event attendance, or hands-on content production may be requested based on client needs.
• The scope and duration of the position may evolve over time based on business needs and client requirements.