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Keller Williams Realty, LLC

Social Media Research & Insights Specialist

Keller Williams Realty, LLC, Austin, Texas, us, 78716

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Position Purpose The Social Media Research & Insights Specialist is the Industry & Learning department’s digital intelligence engine—tracking, analyzing, and translating fast-moving social media trends into actionable insights for real estate professionals. This role serves as the bridge between platform mastery and content creation, ensuring Keller Williams stays ahead of emerging algorithms, audience behaviors, and viral content models. By decoding what drives growth and engagement online, the Social Media Research & Insights Specialist fuels the creation of high-value educational materials, including one-pagers, playbooks, and agent training tools.

Responsibilities

Decodes Platforms

Masters and monitors the evolution of major social platforms and their algorithms, providing timely insights on what works and why

Continuously researches and analyzes trends, algorithm updates, and best practices across platforms (Instagram, YouTube, Facebook, TikTok, LinkedIn, Threads, and emerging apps)

Maintains a 'Social Media Tracker' documenting key findings, updates, and examples

Benchmarks agent models, including but not limited to solo agents and teams

Drives Growth Through Intelligence

Identifies the tactics, hacks, and content types that increase reach, subscribers, and engagement across platforms

Monitors competitor and outside ecosystem influencers to benchmark engagement and innovation

Identifies creators, brands, and campaigns achieving breakout engagement to extract applicable strategies

Tracks content types, frequency, and tone that drives visibility, subscriber growth, and audience retention

Tests and validates platform 'hacks,' posting patterns, and engagement triggers to determine real-world application for KW and its agents

Educates Internal Stakeholders

Develops ongoing internal reports summarizing algorithm shifts and content insights

Translates digital insights into clear, actionable learning tools for real estate professionals

Advises the Industry & Learning and Marketing department teams on emerging opportunities for visibility and brand reach

Collaborates with Content Leaders and Instructional Designers to translate research findings into educational materials such as one-pagers and playbooks

Creates internal briefs and content outlines for workshops, masterminds, or digital learning products

Partners with the Marketing department to ensure social insights inform company-wide digital strategy

Participates in content planning sessions, providing data-driven input on audience trends and attention patterns

Contributes research to our event materials, including Family Reunion, Mega Agent Camp, and Masterminds, related to social growth and marketing

Converts research into real-life applications to test the effectiveness and accuracy of determined models

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree. Four (4) years of relevant education and work experience may be substituted for degree

Minimum of three (3) years of experience researching and analyzing trends, algorithm updates, and best practices across social media platforms (Instagram, YouTube, Facebook, TikTok, LinkedIn, Threads, and emerging apps)

Minimum of three (3) years of experience testing and validating platform “hacks”, posting patterns, and engagement triggers to determine real world application

Strong understanding of social media algorithms and backend tools, with proficiency using platform analytics and feature sets to drive engagement

Proven ability to think creatively and develop outside-the-box solutions in a fast-paced, constantly evolving environment

Polished and professional demeanor

Well versed in social media developments, techniques, and trends

Preferred Requirements

Real estate knowledge and/or experience

Experience successfully creating content and generating a following on social media

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Knowledge

Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, and Outlook

Skills

Strong critical thinking and project planning skills

Strong data analytical skills, with strong attention to detail and accuracy

Strong verbal, written, interpersonal, listening, and presentation communication skills

Strong project management, time management, and organizational skills

Strong solution and service-oriented skills, with an emphasis on collaboration, problem solving, follow-through, and responsiveness

Strong relationship building skills, with a proactive and service-oriented approach to working with team members

Abilities

Ability to demonstrate good judgement and effective problem-solving, with the ability to address complex issues and provide specialized solutions

Ability to demonstrate a high degree of flexibility and adaptability

Ability to work independently as well as in a team-oriented, collaborative environment

Ability to demonstrate the highest level of integrity and ethics

Ability to demonstrate a high degree of self-motivation, accountability, and work ethic

Ability to provide strong customer service through all communication mediums

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Research and Marketing

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Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Paid maternity leave

Paid paternity leave

Disability insurance

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