Title

Social Media Content Specialist (Grant-funded)

Reporting Relationship

Manager, Social Media Strategy

Basic Function

Create social media content for American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) and HealthyChildren.org social media accounts with a focus on video-based content and influencer campaigns. Support the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) influencer community on social media.

Duties And Responsibilities

Draft social media content for posts with a primary focus on video content on Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube.
Coordinate with video production colleagues on scheduling, video filming logistics, and content management.
Assist supervisor in supporting relationships with AAP’s pediatrician influencers by coordinating videos, monitoring content to engage with, and planning additional activities such as Instagram takeovers and Q&A’s.
Actively monitor and moderate social media conversations to ensure a positive and respectful environment. Support with the implementation of proactive and responsive communications by coordinating content with social media influencers that advance the strategic priorities of the department. Identify trends and topics mentioned by the community and adapt content accordingly.
Create and edit simple graphics and videos using tools like Canva and CapCut.
Work with team members to strategize on ways to support growth and engagement through video content on various social media platforms. Write and disseminate a newsletter for AAP pediatrician influencers.
Leverage proactive and reactive social media opportunities to advance accurate vaccine information.
Ensure brand voice and tone are maintained across all social media platforms.
Stay current with social media trends, algorithms, and best practices and recommend opportunities for enhancement to social media outreach and activities.
Track and analyze key metrics to measure the success of community management efforts. Identify trends and insights to inform future strategies and initiatives.
Provide regular reports on community performance to stakeholders.
Attend team meetings and contribute to discussions on social media campaign strategies.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in communications, digital marketing, or related discipline or an equivalent combination of relevant education and work experience required.

Experience

At least one year related experience contributing to social media accounts, including the development, execution, and analysis of video-based social media content and use of tools and platforms to track and assess social media efficacy. Experience using Canva, CapCut, or similar programs to create consistent and engaging visuals and editing videos for social media preferred. Experience in digital marketing and working in a public relations firm or non-profit medical association a plus.

Essential Skills

Must be able to develop creative and engaging content for various online platforms and varying audiences, manage multiple priorities simultaneously, respond quickly to time-sensitive matters, take initiative, work both independently and as part of a team, moderate conflict, collaborative effectively with various internal and external constituents, and contribute to fostering an inclusive culture where everyone feels valued and respected. Strong technical acumen essential with proficiency in MS Office, core social media platforms, and the ability to learn and apply new and trending technology platforms; experience with Canva, video editing tools, document collaboration platforms (e.g., SharePoint), and virtual meeting platforms (e.g., WebEx Teams) preferred. Excellent project management, organizational, diplomacy, interpersonal, analytical, and critical thinking skills required. Some travel and evening/weekend work required, along with the need for flexibility in arranging work schedule to accommodate physicians’ availability.

A reasonable estimate of the current base pay range for this position is $63,438.82 - $66,963.26. Compensation decisions take into account a wide range of factors, including but not limited to relevant experience, skills, certifications, geographic location, business needs, and organizational policies. In addition to those factors, we believe in the importance of pay equity and consider internal equity of our current team members as a part of any final offer. Hiring at the maximum of the range would not be typical. We also offer a comprehensive benefits package which includes healthcare and retirement savings plans. Click to see all benefits offered: https://downloads.aap.org/DOHRAS/BenefitsAtAAP.pdf . The AAP does not use artificial intelligence (AI) to make employment decisions.

Hybrid work environment of 40% of work time in the office per month.

To learn more about the organization, see a full job description, and/or apply for the position, please visit https://www.aap.org/employment .

The AAP offers an excellent work environment, competitive salary, and a comprehensive benefits package. As a reaffirmation to our employee-focused culture, since 2005 the AAP has been named one of the 101 Best and Brightest Companies to Work for in the Chicagoland area. Additionally, we are an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities, Females, Individuals with Disabilities, and Veterans that values the strength diversity brings to our workplace.

Reasonable Accommodation: Individuals with a disability in need of a reasonable accommodation in connection with the job application process may contact us at 630-626-6297 or reasonableaccommodation@aap.org . Please note, only those inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will receive a response.

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