Unclassified - Redmond, WA
posted 4 months ago
Project Kuiper is an initiative aimed at increasing global broadband access through a constellation of 3,236 satellites in low Earth orbit (LEO). The mission is to provide fast, affordable broadband to unserved and underserved communities worldwide, helping to close the digital divide. This role of Sr. Social Media Manager is crucial in leading the growth and management of Kuiper's social media channels to support the company's initiatives. The successful candidate will own social content decisions, driving long-term strategy, pre-planned campaigns, and day-to-day editorial decisions. They will also contribute to the development of new product features and tools for social marketing and measurement. The Sr. Social Media Manager will be responsible for the content strategy, execution, and measurement for all existing social media channels, including LinkedIn, Facebook, YouTube, and Instagram, with additional platforms like Threads and X being beneficial. This role requires collaboration across various internal teams, including brand, content, Business Teams, Employer Brand, and PR, ensuring quality and consistency in the brand voice. The incumbent will manage the content calendar, create a steady stream of organic and paid social media content, and leverage performance metrics to experiment and test new content ideas. At a strategic level, they will champion new ideas and opportunities to connect with external talent. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment, demonstrating the ability to deal with ambiguity and define frameworks where no prior examples exist. They should possess leadership experience, a proven track record in strategic planning and delivery of digital consumer communications campaigns, and a strong understanding of the current digital/social media landscape. The role demands experience in delivering successful social media and influencer campaigns, both organic and paid, with measurable results in key brand and commercial metrics. A strategic thinker who is goal-oriented and enjoys working in a start-up culture will excel in this position.