job summary: Social Media Manager needed for a Contract Opportunity with Randstad Digital's client in Redmond, WA Our client is seeking a remote, full-time Social Media Manager to help be the social voice for on two of their AAA IP's. In this role, you will help manage and grow their owned social media channels, create social strategies and campaigns, and engage with players on social media platforms. In the role of Social Media Manager, you will report to the Social Media Campaign Lead. Your focus will be on managing content calendars, scheduling, drafting copy and posting on our social media channels, as well as monitoring analytics and reporting. They are seeking an energetic, creative self-starter with superb communication skills, and passion for gaming. Other competencies include a familiarity with AAA Games geared toward youth, understanding of current social media trends, and ability to skillfully drive community growth and engagement. You will need to be self-motivated, organized, and able to adapt quickly (as is the nature of social media). REQUIREMENTS: 5+ years of experience in social media strategy planning, goal setting, and implementation.Experience managing high volume social media channels for well-known brand or product.Experience working in gaming sector preferred.Exceptional knowledge of social media, which means you stay up to date with new trends and features.Understanding of community engagement and audience strategyAbility to influence without authority.Competent with Office 365 and analytics tools (Sprinklr and native social media analytics experience preferred)Copywriting experience for social media and an ability to easily adapt to tone of voice.Excellent data analysis and storytelling skills. location: Redmond, Washington job type: Contract salary: $41.51 - 51.51 per hour work hours: 8am to 5pm education: Bachelors responsibilities: - Design and implement social media strategy that resonates with our diverse and global audience and aligned with overarching brand, tone of voice, and social strategy. - Define channel priorities, set goals and targets, aligning to business goals and audience insights. - Create social media campaigns for key beats in partnership with our Marketing, PR and Game teams. - Host content ideation and team brainstorms. - Generate and publish social content and engage with audiences daily. - Curate user generated content (UGC) and identify potential influencers, creators, and customer voices to highlight and work with. - Provide strategic recommendations and support for Creative Team in conceptualization and execution of assets for social media. - Track and report on channel and content performance, setting benchmarks and contributing to campaign reporting dashboards. Manage the day-to-day operations of social media handles, including participating in content brainstorming sessions, keeping an eye on sentiment, responding to comments, creating, and scheduling social media copy, and regular reporting of performance, social listening themes and learnings. qualifications: Experience level: ExperiencedMinimum 5 years of experienceEducation: Bachelors skills: Marketing CommunicationsMarketing Communications Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.At Randstad Digital, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact HRsupport@randstadusa.com. Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad Digital offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, an incentive and recognition program, and 401K contribution (all benefits are based on eligibility). This posting is open for thirty (30) days.