Head of Social
1 month ago
“That is awesome”
If that short sentence is the response you like to hear when people see your work, then please read on - you may be the Head of Social our Jungle is looking for.
Are you awesome at these head of social things?
Social media strategy development
Define and lead Gorilla’s overarching social media strategy, ensuring alignment with client goals and emerging trends.
Drive innovation in social media content and campaign strategies to elevate client brands across platforms.
Develop audience-first strategies that blend creative storytelling, data-driven insights and emerging trends.
Platform management and reporting
Oversee the management of all social media platforms for clients, including scheduling, community engagement, and performance monitoring.
Implement reporting systems that allow for KPI tracking, and translate platform metrics into actionable insights, highlighting campaign successes and areas for optimization.
Stay current with platform updates, algorithm changes, and new functionalities to ensure strategies remain effective and cutting-edge.
Creative direction and content innovation
Collaborate with creative teams to produce platform-specific, engaging content that resonates with audiences.
Experiment with innovative formats to push creative boundaries.
Client advisory and relationship management
Act as a strategic advisor, providing clients with expert guidance on social media trends and opportunities.
Build trusted partnerships by delivering results-driven strategies and transparent communication.
Leadership and team development
Inspire, mentor, and manage a team of social media professionals, fostering a culture of accountability and innovation.
Drive professional development by setting clear objectives and offering ongoing training in tools and techniques.
Innovation and industry trends
Stay ahead of industry trends and identify opportunities to adopt new tools, technologies, and methodologies.
Share actionable insights and learnings with internal teams and clients to ensure a competitive edge.
Thought leadership and representation
Represent the agency at key industry events, conferences, and forums, building its reputation as a leader in social media strategy.
Publish thought leadership pieces to showcase the agency’s expertise and vision.
Budget and resource management
Oversee social media budgets, ensuring efficient resource allocation to maximise campaign ROI.
Prioritise workloads effectively to balance team capacity with client needs and deadlines.
What makes a head of socila awesome?
**Experience**:
8+ years in social media strategy with proven leadership experience in an agency or related environment.
**Expertise**: Advanced knowledge of major platforms and emerging technologies.
**Data-Driven**: Proficiency in analytics tools and a strong ability to turn data into actionable insights.
**Strong Leadership**:
A proven track record of managing and developing high-performing teams.
**Creative Vision**:
A passion for innovative content and storytelling that pushes boundaries.
**Client Management**: Exceptional relationship-building skills with the ability to align strategies with client goals.
**Communication**: Strong presentation and persuasion skills, capable of articulating complex ideas clearly to diverse audience
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