Angel City FC

At Angel City, we are building a world-class organization that uses sport to drive to equity. Our vision is to create engaging and unique experiences that bring the purpose-driven mission of this Club to the world.

We are stronger together, have more impact together, and have more fun together!

Angel City FC seeks a Social Media Manager to elevate our social and community engagement to new heights across current and emerging platforms. Reporting to the Director of Social Content & Strategy, you will help lead the charge in platform strategy, innovation, and content creation. Your success will be measured by leveraging impactful, high-quality content that reflects our strong brand identity while growing our community and producing consistent engagement.

The ideal candidate is a creative social media expert with a keen pulse on trends, a passion for soccer, and the ability to manage and develop a team. We want to hear from you if you're ready to bring bold and creative ideas to a purpose-driven sports organization.

Key Responsibilities:
- Execute the day-to-day social media strategy for Angel City FC.
- Manage and program content across platforms, including Instagram, Threads, TikTok, YouTube, Facebook, LinkedIn, BlueSky, and X.
- Stay informed on social media updates and trends, maintaining strong relationships with platform account leads.
- Partner with internal teams and the NWSL to share trends, updates, and best practices.
- Develop and maintain content calendars, ensuring timely, consistent, and strategic posting.
- Collaborate with design and content teams to create engaging campaigns tailored to target audiences.
- Lead community engagement efforts, responding to audience comments and messages to foster connection and inclusivity.
- Use analytics to monitor performance, identify wins, and optimize future content strategies.
- Manage and mentor 1-2 direct reports, fostering professional growth and maintaining consistent on-brand content creation.
- Partner cross-functionally with community, content, and revenue teams to support initiatives and highlight talent and community stories.
- Attendance for all home games.
- Travel as needed to attend events and games.

Requirements:
- 5+ years of experience managing social media across multiple platforms within the sports industry or a creative, scrappy, startup entertainment brand environment.
- 1+ years of experience managing direct reports with a focus on mentorship and development.
- Excellent organizational skills, balancing multiple projects in a fast-paced team environment.
- Ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays, including travel during the soccer season.
- Exceptional problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to challenges.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- A strong online portfolio that includes examples of work.
- Experience with social media analytics and leveraging data to inform strategy.

Recommended Qualifications:
- Strong understanding of soccer, particularly the NWSL, including gameday events, statistics, and player highlights.
- Proficiency in creating and managing short-form video content that aligns with emerging trends.
- Familiarity with tools such as Asana, Adobe Creative Suite, and Slack.
- Entrepreneurial spirit with the ability to align creative ideas with a collaborative, brand-focused strategy.
- A passion for staying connected to trends, while navigating sensitive topics effectively.

ACFC Perks & Benefits:
- Hybrid work environment.
- Fully funded comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
- 401K plan.
- Flexible PTO policy.
- Paid parental leave.
- Cell phone reimbursement.
- Snacks and beverages.
- Dog-friendly HQ in Santa Monica.
- Complimentary tickets to home games.
- Bi-annual performance reviews.

Compensation:
- In addition to the benefits above, this role pays between $72,000 and $77,500.

Angel City believes in building a safe place for creative expression and celebrating that which makes us who we are; welcoming unique and personal backgrounds and experiences. We're proudly building an inclusive Angel City team.


Social Media Manager

Angel City FC

@weareangelcity

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