Job Title: Associate Manager, Social Media
Department: Integrated Marketing
Reports To: Manager, Social Media
Position Summary: The Los Angeles Lakers are seeking a Associate Manager, Social Media to join the Integrated Marketing team. This role reports to the Manager, Social Media and is responsible for the day-to-day social media channel management across all Lakers owned channels. This role works closely with the full integrated marketing team in the planning, creation, and execution of content that can be leveraged across channels to engage fans and bring new consumers into the Lakers brand. This “public-facing” role must be able to thrive in high-pressure and fast-paced environments, ensuring flawless execution with every post. Ideal candidates will thrive in a collaborative environment, interpreting strategic guidance into fan engagement plans and briefing creative teams to produce high-impact content.
Team Overview: Integrated Marketing is the heartbeat of the marketing department, building seamless and connected pathways to fans to drive growth and engagement. Considering the full marketing mix with a spotlight on digital and social, the integrated marketing team is responsible for developing and executing detailed marketing plans, derived from Brand Strategy with support from Marketing Operations. As fan and channel experts, Integrated Marketing understands and implements the best ways to connect with fans based on campaign objectives.
Job Responsibilities
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Education: A bachelor’s degree (preferred)
Previous Experience:
4+ years in the digital or social-specific field with a track record of success
Experience working in sports or live events a plus
Physical Demands: Must be able to lift a min of 25lbs. and walk significant distances in arena on game days
Location: El Segundo (offices M-F), downtown Los Angeles (Cyrpto.com Arena for Laker home games), and other occasional off-site events
Travel: Less than 5% of the time
Hours: Regular office hours (9am- 5:30pm M-F), plus overtime is mandatory; must be available to work evenings, weekends and holidays
The pay range for this role is $70,000 to $80,000 . Actual compensation packages are based on several factors that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to skill set, depth of experience and certifications
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender identity, marital or veteran status, or any other protected class.
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