Job Overview

We are seeking a proactive, remote Social Media Marketing Associate to manage our social media presence and weekly email campaigns. In this role, you will create engaging content and build community for our collection of gift and souvenir shops located in Colorado. You will focus on driving measurable growth across digital channels, capturing the spirit of Colorado for both winter skiers and summer travelers. This independent contractor position is perfect for a creative self-starter with a passion for exceptional customer experiences.

 

Job Highlights

Schedule: Mon-Fri, flexible during business hours, PST timezone (20 hours per week)

Work Arrangement: Work from home

Contract: Independent Contractor

 

Responsibilities

• Social Media Management (60% of role)
• Strategy Development: Create and execute a comprehensive social media strategy aligned with business goals
• Content Creation & Editing: Write, edit, and schedule compelling posts across platforms (Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, etc.)
• Community Engagement: Monitor, respond to, and engage with followers and comments in a timely manner
• Growth & Analytics: Implement growth strategies to increase followers, engagement, and conversions; track and report on key metrics
• Content Calendar Management: Plan and maintain a monthly content calendar with a consistent posting schedule
• Trend Monitoring: Stay current on social media trends, platform updates, and best practices

• Email Marketing (40% of role)
• Campaign Execution: Design, write, and send weekly email campaigns to our subscriber list
• Platform Management: Manage email campaigns in Square (current platform) or recommend and implement superior alternatives
• List Management: Segment audiences, maintain clean contact lists, and grow subscriber base
• Performance Analysis: Track open rates, click-through rates, conversions, and provide insights for optimization
• A/B Testing: Test subject lines, content, and send times to improve email performance
• Automation: Set up automated email sequences (welcome series, abandoned cart, follow-ups, etc.)

 

Requirements

• Experience & Skills
• 2+ years of hands-on experience managing social media accounts for businesses (portfolio or case studies required; APPLICATIONS WITH PORTFOLIOS WILL BE PRIORITIZED)
• 1+ years of email marketing experience, preferably with Square or similar platforms (Mailchimp, Klaviyo, ConvertKit, etc.)
• Proven track record of growing social media accounts and increasing engagement
• Strong copywriting and editing skills with excellent grammar and attention to detail
• Experience with social media scheduling tools (Later, Hootsuite, Buffer, Meta Business Suite, etc.)
• Proficiency in basic graphic design tools (Canva, Adobe Express, or similar)
• Understanding of social media analytics and email marketing metrics

• Personal Attributes
• Self-motivated with excellent time management skills
• Creative thinker who can generate fresh content ideas
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills
• Proactive problem-solver who takes initiative
• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal)
• Comfortable working independently in a remote environment
• Adaptable and willing to learn new platforms/tools

 

Nice to have

• Experience in retail/e-commerce
• Knowledge of paid social media advertising (Meta Ads, Instagram Ads)
• Familiarity with e-commerce platforms (Shopify & Square)
• Familiarity with Slack and Asana and analytics platforms
• Experience with user-generated content (UGC) campaigns
• Understanding of SEO and content marketing principles

 

Independent Contractor Perks

Permanent work from home

Immediate hiring

Steady freelance job

 

Side Note

This is a permanent work-from-home role under an Independent Contractor arrangement. Candidates must have their own computer and reliable internet connection, and are responsible for their own taxes and benefits. Professional hourly fees are established based on your performance in the application process.

Please click the "Apply" button to complete your application, including the assessment questions, technical check, and voice recording. Your hourly pay rate will be established based on your performance in the application process; submissions with all requirements fulfilled will receive priority review.