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Strider Bikes

Social Media Manager

Strider Bikes, Rapid City, South Dakota, United States, 57700

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Location: Strider World Headquarters, Rapid City, SD

Type: Full-Time

Reports to: Marketing Director

We’re looking for a creative, energetic

Social Media Manager

who loves storytelling, understands parents and kids, and knows how to bring outdoor adventure to life online. You’ll own our social channels and help shape a vibrant, positive community around active kids and outdoor play.

About Us Strider inspires kids to get outside, explore, and build confidence through two wheeled adventure. From trails to campsites to family bike rides, our mission is to help kids unplug, move their bodies, and discover the joy of the outdoors—while giving parents tools they can trust.

We believe riding a bike builds resilience, curiosity, and courage, and our brand reflects that spirit every day. Bikes get ridden, trails get muddy, and the best memories are made outdoors with friends and family.

Key Responsibilities

Develop and execute a social media strategy that reflects our mission and brand voice

Create and publish engaging content across platforms (Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, YouTube Shorts, Pinterest)

Capture and tell real stories of kids exploring, learning, and adventuring outdoors

Write fun, encouraging captions that resonate with parents and inspire kids

Plan and manage social content calendars around seasons, launches, and campaigns

Engage with parents, well known brands, and the outdoor community through comments and DMs

Monitor trends and adapt them in a brand-safe, kid-friendly way

Track performance metrics and optimize content based on insights

Collaborate with marketing, product, and partnerships teams

Qualifications

Experience managing social media for a brand or organization

Strong understanding of social platforms and short-form video trends

Excellent writing and storytelling skills

Experience with content scheduling and analytics tools

Comfortable working with family-friendly, kid-safe content guidelines

Organized, proactive, and able to manage multiple projects

Nice to Have

Experience in outdoor recreation, youth brands, education, or family-focused companies

Experience with influencer or ambassador programs

Physical Demands

Must be able to lift, carry, and move items up to 30 lbs

Must be able to sit or stand for extended periods of time using a phone, computer keyboard and monitor

Location & Hours

This position is in Rapid City, SD

Regular office hours are Mon-Thurs 7:30am to 5 pm and Friday 8 to 12

Hours will be flexed to achieve a 40-hour week

What we Offer

$20-$25 per hour depending upon experience and up to 20% annual bonus eligibility.

This full time, non-exempt position qualifies for a full benefits package that includes paid sick leave, paid vacation, a 401K plan, health insurance and an extensive list of perks.

Opportunity to work with a mission-driven, adventure-loving team

If you see yourself as a candidate, submit a detailed letter describing why you are interested in working at Strider and why you feel you are the perfect fit for this role. Attach a resume and apply here: https://www.striderbikes.com/employment

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