Social Media Director

Social Media DirectorMKTG Sports + Entertainment is looking for an ambitious Social Media Director to join our content team. This is a diverse role with the opportunity to lead multiple projects across our client roster. We're looking for someone with a deep knowledge and passion of the sports industry (motorsports/F1, NFL is a plus) who will play a vital role in leading the team on social and influencer-led campaigns.Location: Charlotte, NCAbout YouCandidates should have a minimum of eight years of experience in a similar role with the following attributes:Expert knowledge of the social media landscape with a proven track record of developing best-in-class social and influencer campaignsWell-versed in strategy development and analytics, ability to translate data into actionable insightsPrevious experience managing at least one direct reportCulturally aware you what's #trending in sports and culture and pride yourself on thatStrong organizational skills and attention to detailExperience contributing to new business from developing pitch decks to presentingWell-versed at managing budgets and building out scopesComfortable leading accounts and building relationships with clientsExcited to help grow our business this means willing to work non-standard hours, wearing multiple hats and responding to real-time events under tight deadlinesKey ResponsibilitiesThis role will report to the VP of Social and Influencer Marketing, helping to lead the end-to-end process social strategy and influencer campaigns, inclusive of strategy, creative development, editorial calendar management, campaign execution and reportingDay-to-day lead across key accounts; most related to sponsorships across sports (F1, NFL, College Sports)Manage and mentor a growing team across multiple clientsPartner with sponsorship / consulting team to guide social strategy and develop best practicesCollaborate with production and creative teams to develop ideas through executionAchieve team revenue targets by helping to organically grow existing client engagements, lead new business opportunities, and participate in new business pitchesMaintain an up-to-date knowledge of social trends, content formats, emerging platforms, and platforms updatesEffectively manage projects and create timelines based on priorities, resource availability, and other requirementsOversee project finances including managing budget, invoicing, and reconciliationsAdditional InformationThe annual salary range for this position is $94,000-$152,375. Placement within the salary range is based on a variety of factors, including relevant experience, knowledge, skills, and other factors permitted by law.Benefits available with this position include:Medical, vision, and dental insurance,Life insurance,Short-term and long-term disability insurance,401k,Flexible paid time off,At least 15 paid holidays per year,Paid sick and safe leave, andPaid parental leave.Dentsu is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees. We do this without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, ancestry, physical or mental disability, marital status, political affiliation, religious practices and observances, citizenship status, genetic information, veteran status, or any other basis protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. Dentsu is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to, among others, individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans. If you need an accommodation because of a disability to search and apply for a career opportunity with us, please send an e-mail to ApplicantAccommodations@dentsu.com by clicking on the link to let us know the nature of your accommodation request and your contact information. We are here to support you.