Social Media Manager

Location: Chicago, IL
Field: PR/Communications
Min. Experience: 3-5 year(s)
Basis: Full-time

Description:

bread & Butter is a full-service communications agency with a fondness for all things food, drink and travel. We are a collaborative group of dreamers and do-ers. We combine intimate local knowledge with an extensive national network to craft clever and multidisciplinary communications campaigns tailored to our clients’ needs. We only partner with inventive businesses that inspire us and continually challenge us to think big, but act small.

Why bread & Butter:

We are Southerners at heart, always saying, “Please” and “Thank You,” and hustlers by trade. We believe everyone deserves a seat at the table and practice what we preach to ensure the spirit of hospitality runs through everything we do. We're not a company that wastes time—not yours, not ours. We are not too busy to talk, come by or think of new ways to increase long-term brand awareness. For us, there is little difference between work and pleasure because our work is our pleasure.

We’re Looking at You!

A Social Media Manager with bread & Butter is a digital whiz kid, go-getter, and many-hat wearer who is ready to roll up your sleeves and get to work.  You can’t get enough social, whether it’s following the top foodie influencers, keeping up with the latest digital trends or trying the latest TikTok trend. You’re also obsessed with restaurants, wine, food products, destinations and hotels and most likely have been a waiter, front desk clerk, line cook or oenophile in a past life. You are the account dynamo, helping meet client goals by crafting a social media voice and channeling brand sentiment to build authentic, relevant, interactive conversations and relationships. A proverbial eager beaver, you meet or beat deadlines, stay ahead of trends and always look for a new way to skin a cat.  You like to go big – because going home isn’t an option. You’re a problem solver, creative thinker and value the relationships you’ve built with influencers and trendsetters.  A Social Media Manager for bread & Butter should be thoughtful, creative, a strong writer, possess an almost obsessive attention to detail and is the first to get in the mix when helping means the chance to learn more.    

Available Opportunity:

A Social Media Manager for bread & Butter is responsible for managing the online platforms of clients and influencer programming on a daily basis. The Social Media Manager will serve as representative of the company and works in tandem with the PR team, working with the Visual Content Manager and Digital Managing Director.    

Requirements:

• BA/BS degree or equivalent practical experience.
• 3-5 years relevant experience in social media management and influencer marketing preferably with agency vs. in-house.
• Appreciates the art of telling the client story through influencer partnerships and key messaging.
• A passion for building and cultivating relationships with influencers in the digital space, ranging from Instagram, TikTok, Pinterest, YouTube and blog content creators.
• Extensive knowledge of Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, TikTok, Pinterest, LinkedIn, YouTube and other relevant social media networks.
• Experience with launching social campaigns for hotels, restaurants, food personalities and/or CPG food and beverage brands.  
• Background in creative development, social media analytics tools, and campaign analysis.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment, prioritizing and handling multiple projects.
• Ability to peer and self-edit writing quickly, turning around social media posts in real time.
• Ability to identify strategic and creative social media collaborations, takeovers and promotions for brands and lead through steps to execute.
• Help develop and strategize creative influencer partnerships and alliances that keep clients ahead of the curve.
• Ability to exercise sound judgement, responding to consumers and guests within a brand’s voice during daily community management practices.
• Media junkie - there’s no such thing as reading/watching too much. Bonus points for pop culture acumen.
• Love of a fast-paced environment and the satisfaction of a busy yet productive day.
• Flexibility and a desire for endless possibilities. b&B is a dynamic, ever-evolving company that thinks beyond black and white.
• Excitement for growth, new ideas, new ways of doing things and a place you’re excited to call home. Say yes!

Working Conditions:

On the whole, this is an office-based role. A Social Media Manager will spend time in meetings and briefings. Occasional travel might be required for client visits and planning. Although a manager’s commitment will tend to be standard office hours, deadlines or the demands of a client may see the manager working nights or weekends to ensure continued success. Must be authorized to work in the US.

Having Our Cake & Eating it Too:

• We offer unlimited vacation, generous maternity, family planning, and personal leave, hybrid working, Summer Fridays, and time off for important events like birthdays and parent-teacher conferences.
• We offer 401k, new business bonuses, and a generous employee referral program.
• We love celebrating, whether it’s Wine Wednesday or just Tuesday. We always enjoy an excuse to raise a glass!
• Learning something new is our jam. We try to say, “Yes!” and we’ll figure it out. We offer extensive training, opportunities to expand your skillset, and the ability to work in any office across the country.
• We want you to be healthy – mentally, spiritually and physically. We offer generous medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as the flexibility that comes with being a “little big” company.

Compensation:

The annual salary for this role is between $65,000 and $80,000.

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