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Social Media Strategist

Backbone Media

Carbondale, CO
Full Time
Mid Level
55k-65k
about 1 month ago

Job Description

About the Role

Backbone Media is a leading active lifestyle media agency with offices in Carbondale and Denver, Colorado. For 25 years, they have partnered with brands to develop and execute effective, integrated media strategies. The company values passion, work/life harmony, and an active lifestyle, fostering an inclusive culture recognized on Outside Magazine's 'Best Places to Work' list.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead social strategy development and execution for clients.
  • Conduct research to support strategies and tactics for community and influencer management.
  • Manage client social channels across multiple platforms including Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, Threads, LinkedIn, etc.
  • Execute all aspects of community management such as content curation, copywriting, content sourcing, scheduling, engaging, tracking, and reporting.
  • Lead strategic recommendation and execution of influencer campaigns, including briefing, creator selection, budget management, client communications, tracking, and reporting.
  • Mentor and collaborate with Social Coordinators to deliver client strategies.
  • Ensure all details of community and influencer management are covered.
  • Immerse in key community and influencer management and reporting tools like Dash Hudson, Sprout Social, Sprinklr, CreatorIQ, etc.
  • Stay up to date on industry research and media trends.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's Degree.
  • 2-3 years of professional experience.
  • Knowledge of social media platforms including Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, Threads, LinkedIn, Pinterest.
  • Experience with social community and influencer management platforms such as Dash Hudson, Sprout Social, Hootsuite, Mavrck, and CreatorIQ.
  • Experience with social reporting, benchmarking, and listening tools like Instagram Insights, Google Analytics, Sprinklr, and Meltwater.
  • Strong design aesthetic.
  • Effective communication skills at all levels.
  • Detail-oriented with strong time management skills.
  • Ability to prioritize, multi-task, and work under pressure.
  • Proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint.
  • Willingness to learn and challenge the norm.

Nice to Have

  • Basic understanding of marketing and advertising principles, media concepts, creative best practices, and social media platforms.
  • Experience executing full-scale influencer campaigns from discovery to reporting.
  • Graphic design experience using Adobe Photoshop, Canva, or similar tools.
  • Social content creation experience on Instagram, TikTok, etc.
  • Understanding of Backbone's core values.
  • A love of the outdoors.
  • Sense of humor.

Qualifications

  • Educational background with a Bachelor's Degree.
  • Professional experience of 2-3 years.

Benefits & Perks

  • Health, Dental, Vision insurance.
  • 401k match.
  • Flex time.
  • Powder days.
  • Wellness incentives.
  • Home office stipend.
  • Work from home/remote options.
  • Office kegs.
  • Team hikes, floats, runs, and playtime.

Working at Backbone Media

Backbone values diversity, inclusivity, and a passion for active lifestyles. The company fosters a collaborative environment that encourages learning, creativity, and a sense of humor, emphasizing work/life balance and team bonding activities.

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Job Details

Posted AtAug 12, 2025
Job CategorySocial Media
Salary55k-65k
Job TypeFull Time
Work ModeRemote
ExperienceMid Level

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About Backbone Media

Website

backbonemedia.com

Location

Carbondale, CO

Industry

Computer Systems Design Services

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