Director, Social Media

Company: VMLY&R
Location: Miami
Posted on: February 24, 2021

Job Description:

At VMLY&R, we create connected brands. We resist the usual ways of seeing, doing and thinking - harnessing creativity, technology and culture - to reimagine the entire connected consumer experience. Our goal? To create work that becomes part of people's lives, to drive value for our clients and, in the best of cases, to impact the world. VMLY&R is looking for a social media native to join the agency's connections marketing group as Director, Social Media. This role spans the agency, working directly with clients and internal teams, to develop and implement compelling social media programs. The right candidate will be passionate about social media and its importance in the marketing communications world; have an astute understanding of the social media landscape; possess the vision to help develop the social media practice; and be an organizational leader who believes in and promotes collaboration. Responsibilities

• Manage multiple clients, projects and team members
• Actively develop outstanding social media marketing communications based in results and client objectives
• Lead the agency's development of the most innovative marketing communications initiatives in the social media space
• Lead, develop and build a best-in-class social media team, while managing resources and being accountable for the performance of the group
• Be a role model and advocate for teamwork and collaboration across the agency and with partners, ensuring all initiatives are integrated
• Have a deep understanding of social media metrics to create an insights-driven narrative and optimized strategic work
• Create and foster partnerships with key industry platforms and identity new opportunities with emerging platforms
• Provide ongoing thought leadership internally across the agency and externally with clients
• Have a deep understanding of how traditional and digital media and advertising can be enhanced by social amplification As part of the WPP Group, VMLY&R offers one of the best overall compensation packages in the business. Required Skills
  • Strong experience and integration with research/planning and analytics/measurement/optimization
  • Outstanding verbal and written communication skills
  • Demonstrated success with client relationships, team management and business development
  • Ability to multitask and prioritize
  • Fortitude to stay calm under pressure Required Experience
    • Six to 10-plus years of experience in a digital marketing environment, agency and/or client experience
    • Deep knowledge and experience with social media marketing
    • Demonstrated ability to manage, lead and grow employees and teams
    • Exceptional writing skills
    • Focused attention to detail
    • Proactive nature VMLY&R is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. VMLY&R is a M/F Disabled and Vet EEO/AA Employer . Need Assistance? If you require reasonable accommodation or assistance for any part of the application or hiring process, please submit your request either by fax to 816-817-0976 or by email to careers.iwd@vmlyr.com . You have been redirected to a VMLY&R job page

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