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Social Media Account Manager – PERK Social Media (New Orleans)

PERK Social Media

is looking for an experienced

Social Media Account Manager

who is passionate about crafting

high-impact social media strategies

and creating standout content for our clients.

Who We’re Looking For:

The best fit for this position is someone who:

Thinks innovatively, adapts quickly, and thrives in problem-solving. Loves social media , is creative and organized, and enjoys collaborating with a fun team! Has

3-5 years of professional social media management experience —as a freelancer, at an agency, or with a business/organization. Is confident in

strategic decision-making

to meet a client’s marketing goals. Is not afraid to

"go big"

with creative ideas. Knows how to

plan and create outstanding social media content

that stops the scroll. Is excellent at

capturing high-quality photos and videos

using a phone/camera. Is comfortable

traveling locally

to create content wherever needed in the

Greater New Orleans area (GNO) . Can

confidently lead on-site social media content sessions , guiding clients with expertise. Knows how to

write compelling copy

that engages, educates, and entertains. Can efficiently

plan and build content calendars

for seamless posting. Understands how to

capture and maintain a brand’s voice

while fostering engagement. Knows how to

analyze social media performance metrics , adjusting strategy for continued growth. Always stays ahead of new social media skills, trends, and tools

to improve execution.

Additional Skills & Things We Value:

Assertive, but in a way that lifts up your PERK teammates. Friendly and positive—unless it’s hot as hell outside, then we get it. A deep understanding of modern social media strategy , including

TikTok, Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, and beyond . Creative AF—but also fear no spreadsheet. Loves analyzing high-performing social media accounts

for inspiration. Brings new ideas to the table—and gets fired up to bring them to life. Pays attention to news, trends, and events

that matter to clients' audiences. Experience with Sprout Social, Google Suite, Canva, and other social media tools. Strong self-management and project management skills. Can prioritize urgent tasks over long-term ones —because you know the difference between a social media crisis and a caption that can wait. Detail-oriented—because the little things matter.

What You’ll Be Doing (Workload Breakdown)

As a

Social Media Manager , you’ll be responsible for managing

4 to 6 clients' social media accounts , handling everything from strategy to execution. Here’s how your workload will be divided:

Strategy & Organization (20%)

Develop and implement

strategic social media plans

tailored to each client’s goals. Ensure all

client social media channels

are fully optimized and consistently updated. Maintain

organized Google Drive folders

with all content, planning documents, and reports. Build and manage a

content library

to streamline content reuse. Plan and structure

content calendars in Google Sheets , ensuring timely approvals. Use

Sprout Social

to schedule content and maintain a structured posting cadence.

Client Communication & Relationship Management (15%) Regularly

communicate with clients

to understand their business needs and goals. Keep clients informed on

content strategy, performance, and new opportunities . Stay

organized and proactive

in managing check-ins and planning discussions.

Content Creation (35%) Generate

fresh, timely, and creative content ideas

that resonate with audiences. Plan and execute

photo and video shoots

with clients. Design graphics , collaborate with

influencers , and strategize creative elements. Ensure all content meets

PERK’s high-quality standards

for performance and engagement.

Copywriting (10%) Craft engaging

social media copy

that tells a compelling story. Know when to use (or avoid)

emojis, hashtags, and casual language

to fit each brand’s tone. Adapt writing style to

match each client’s brand voice and audience expectations .

Engagement & Community Management (10%) Use

Sprout Social

and other tools to monitor

DMs, comments, and interactions . Ensure

quick and thoughtful responses

to all customer inquiries and social mentions. Strengthen relationships by

engaging with followers and key audience members .

Reporting & Analytics (5%) Generate

social media performance reports

using Sprout Social. Analyze

what’s working and what’s not

to refine strategy. Identify opportunities to

repeat high-performing content and improve weaker posts .

Team Collaboration (5%) Participate in

team brainstorms

to develop creative campaigns for clients. Collaborate with other

PERK team members

to enhance overall content strategy.

PERKS at PERK Social Media

Full-time, salaried position based in New Orleans . $50,000 - $60,000/year

based on experience, with a

clear plan for salary growth . PERK-provided iPhone and Mac

for work use. Flexible work setup —office hours required, but we also work from home enough that you can enjoy your own coffeemaker. Paid time off (PTO) and holidays —so you don’t burn out. Medical insurance (Blue Cross/Blue Shield)

with

50% of the premium covered

by PERK Social Media. We’re a growing four-person team , which means

growing benefits and PERK perks

in the future. Office location:

1700 Josephine Street, New Orleans (steps from the Pontchartrain Hotel).

How to Apply: Email hello@perksocialmedia.com with: ✅ Your

resume ✅

Examples of your published social media work