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Social Media & Content Manager

EMERGING BLUE, Los Angeles, CA, United States


Job Description Social Media & Content Manager

Venice / Los Angeles

Our client is a growing lifestyle apparel brand inspired by the laid‑back yet style‑driven energy of coastal California. They are seeking a creative, visually driven storyteller who understands fashion, culture, and lifestyle‑driven branding.

This role is ideal for someone who doesn’t just work in fashion, they live the aesthetic. Someone who notices great style on the street, saves inspiring imagery constantly, and understands how a brand should feel visually and culturally.

What you’ll do You’ll help shape how the brand comes to life visually and culturally across digital platforms.

Responsibilities

Creating compelling content for social media, campaigns, and digital storytelling

Collaborating on creative direction for brand shoots and seasonal campaigns

Developing content that captures the brand’s aesthetic and lifestyle

Helping grow and engage the community through authentic storytelling

Working closely with founders and the creative team to evolve the brand’s visual identity

Staying tuned into cultural and fashion trends that align with the brand’s ethos

Who you are

You’re creative, culturally aware, and have a strong eye for aesthetics.

You likely have experience in fashion, lifestyle brands, content creation, or creative direction—but more importantly, you have taste.

You understand how to translate lifestyle and emotion into imagery and storytelling.

You have a strong visual eye and creative instincts.

You’re passionate about fashion and personal style.

You’re inspired by beach culture, travel, music, and creative communities.

You understand how lifestyle brands build connection with their audience.

You’re proactive and love bringing ideas to life.

You enjoy working in a fast‑moving entrepreneurial environment.

Bonus Skills

Photography or videography

Social media storytelling and growth

Graphic design or creative editing

Experience with fashion or lifestyle brands

Why This Role

Work directly with the founders of a growing lifestyle brand

Be part of a creative, entrepreneurial environment

Help shape the voice and visual world of the brand

Work within the Venice / Westside creative community

Role Responsibilities

Manage all social media platforms including Instagram, Pinterest, TikTok, YouTube, Facebook, Threads, and emerging platforms to grow followers and engagement

Manage influencer outreach and UGC partnerships

Engage with the community and build brand relationships with followers

Create, plan, and execute graphic, video, photography, and written social media content

Manage the social media calendar and guide weekly content based on engagement, follower growth, inventory, and sales goals

Oversee grid layout, stories, reels, and content strategy

Coordinate with the e‑commerce team on email marketing content and distribution

Manage social collaborations and giveaways

Track and report weekly social media analytics

Identify and leverage emerging tools across social platforms to enhance content and user experience

Qualifications

Degree in Marketing, Communications, Journalism, or equivalent preferred

Skilled in content creation including Reels, Stories, TikTok, video editing, photography, graphics, and copy

Strong understanding of advertising, marketing, and digital media principles

3–5 years of experience in the digital space with deep familiarity with social media platforms (Instagram, TikTok, Pinterest, Facebook, etc.)

Experience monitoring social media metrics and analytics tools

Proven ability to concept and manage strategic social marketing projects

Resourceful self‑starter who thrives in a fast‑paced entrepreneurial environment

Strategic thinker with the ability to bring innovative ideas to life

Strong ability to manage deadlines and multiple projects simultaneously

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Highly proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

Strong organizational and analytical skills with great attention to detail

Salary Range $75,000 – $80,000

Competitive compensation package including potential short and/or long‑term incentives, clothing allowance, merchandise discount, and full health and welfare benefits.

This range represents the good‑faith estimate of the pay the employer reasonably expects to offer upon hire, based on the role’s responsibilities, required experience, location, and internal equity.

Incentives & Benefits This position may be eligible for employee discounts, commission, and discretionary performance‑based bonuses and participation in applicable incentive programs. The role also offers a comprehensive benefits package, which may include medical, dental, and vision coverage, retirement plans, paid time off, parental leave, and other employee benefits, subject to eligibility requirements.

Additional Compensation Equity awards, profit sharing, or other forms of non‑cash compensation are not included in the posted pay range and, where applicable, will be discussed during the interview or offer process.

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