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About Us COLLiDE is a dynamic marketing organization overseeing a diverse portfolio of properties, including the Portland Pickles (WCL) , Lake County Captains (MiLB) , Portland Bangers (USL2) , Portland Cherry Bombs FC (USLW) and Official League (premium apparel for music and sports teams). Our teams are recognized for industry-leading creativity, fan engagement, and building cultures that connect deeply with their communities. We are seeking a Social Media & Marketing Director to lead our local social media managers across our properties. Reporting directly to the Chief of Staff and the President, this role ensures each brand operates with a consistent, high-energy, and forward-thinking approach to content, engagement, and growth. Reporting Structure
- Direct Report to: Chief of Staff and President
- Management Oversight: Local Social Media Managers across all COLLiDE properties.
- Team Leadership: Manage a small team of social media managers, providing clear direction, professional mentorship, and creative support.
- Operational Structure: Implement and lead a rigorous management cadence, including daily/weekly check-ins and monthly performance reviews.
- Performance Tracking: Establish and monitor KPIs for each property to ensure growth, engagement, and conversion targets are met.
- Workflow Optimization: Design and implement streamlined workflows for content approvals and cross-departmental communication.
- Paid Media Collaboration: Work closely with the internal ads team to execute high-performing content for sales campaigns supported by paid media.
- Campaign Alignment: Ensure social media content strategies are synchronized with broader digital advertising goals (ticketing, merchandise, and partnerships).
- PR : Have experience working with media outlets on launch events
- Oversee the development of monthly social media content calendars,
- Leverage AI platforms (e.g., ChatGPT, Gemini) to streamline content planning, creative brainstorming, and organizational workflows.
- Lead game-day and event content strategies to ensure live coverage is extraordinary
- Train social media managers in digital marketing, local PR, and high-impact storytelling.
- Champion the implementation of AI tools into daily workflows to increase team efficiency and stay ahead of industry trends.
- Implement "The COLLiDE Way" to maximize team launches, game-day activities, and major brand moments.
- Management Experience: Proven track record of managing a small team with success in implementing structured meetings, reporting, and support systems.
- Digital Advertising: Understanding of paid social platforms and digital advertising principles; experience working alongside ads teams to drive sales.
- Professional Experience: 2+ years of social media management experience. Direct experience in the sports industry or a fast-paced small business environment is highly preferred.
- AI & Innovation: Understanding of AI platforms to assist with content organization, with an openness to learning and implementing new AI-driven workflows.
- Logistics: Must reside in Portland, OR and thrive in a fast-paced, creative environment, empowering workplace.
- Specific experience in sports merchandise, partnerships, or content campaigns.
- Entrepreneurial mindset: Curious to learn more
- Not a Yankees fan
- Work with some of the most creative and disruptive teams in sports and entertainment.
- Collaborate directly with executive leadership.
- High-energy, culture-driven work environment with the opportunity to lead a social media revolution.
- Are you currently based in the Portland, OR area?
- What is your favorite sports team or band and why?
- Can you briefly describe your background in social media, digital marketing, or paid ads?
- Do you have experience with project management?