Job DescriptionAbout Digital Natives

Digital Natives is a social-first creative agency that puts brands at the center of attention. We're headquartered in London and work with global brands across FMCG, beauty, food and beverage, and technology, with a growing roster of US clients.

We're looking for a US-based freelance Social Media Manager to lead social delivery on a key West Coast client account.

The Role

This is a freelance, remote engagement for an experienced social specialist who can own day-to-day social delivery for a US client. You'll work closely with our Account Directors, strategists and creative teams in London, and act as a trusted point of contact for the client.

The role sits at the center of delivery: part social specialist, part account lead, and part organizer of many moving parts. You'll plan and deliver social content, manage calendars and campaigns, and make sure work runs smoothly from concept through to reporting.

If you enjoy combining organization with creativity, spotting cultural trends early, and turning strategy into consistently strong social execution, you'll feel at home here.

Location: Remote, US-based. Central or Mountain time zones preferred.
Availability: Available during the client's Pacific Time business hours.
Travel: Occasional trips to the West Coast for client meetings, planning sessions or shoots, and potential travel to our London HQ. Pre-approved travel expenses are reimbursed.

Scope of Work

Client and account management

Act as a key day-to-day contact for the client, managing communications and updates
Lead client calls, presentations and project discussions
Build strong client relationships and maintain a high standard of service
Manage feedback and approval processes between the client and DN teams

Content planning and delivery

Plan and manage social media calendars across multiple platforms
Oversee content from planning and briefing through to publishing
Make sure content is delivered on time, on brief and in line with platform best practice
Work with strategy and creative teams to deliver strong social-first execution

Campaign management

Manage the delivery of social campaigns for the client
Coordinate with strategy, creative and production teams for a smooth rollout
Integrate campaigns into ongoing social calendars, including key US cultural and retail moments
Monitor live activity and make sure campaigns deliver against objectives

Community and channel management

Oversee day-to-day management of the client's social channels
Keep platforms up to date, on brand and in line with best practice
Guide community management, including comments and messages
Maintain channel hygiene, including bios, links and pinned content

Performance and optimization

Lead the creation of performance reports and insights
Analyze results to find opportunities for optimization and growth
Work with strategy and creative teams to evolve content based on performance
Turn insights into actionable recommendations for the client

Trends and social expertise

Stay close to platform developments, US trends, creators and cultural moments
Bring proactive ideas into planning and creative discussions
Share insights and platform updates with the client and DN teams

Organization and collaboration

Manage timelines, calendars and workflows across multiple projects
Keep assets, folders and tools organized and accessible
Follow DN's delivery processes to keep quality consistent
Collaborate with the wider DN team across the US and UK

What We're Looking For

We don't expect you to know everything. Curiosity and attitude matter as much as experience, but you should bring:

3–4+ years of experience in an agency or social media role, including work for US brands
Proven experience managing social for FMCG brands in personal care and beauty
Experience working independently as a freelancer or consultant
Strong organization and project management skills
Clear, confident and professional communication with clients
Excellent attention to detail
A proactive mindset and the ability to manage multiple projects
Comfort working remotely with a team across time zones
A real interest in social media and internet culture

Social knowledge

Strong understanding of major platforms: Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, LinkedIn, Facebook and Reddit (Pinterest, Snapchat and Threads a plus)
Experience managing social content calendars and campaigns
Understanding of formats, platform behaviors and best practices
Deep familiarity with US audiences, creators and the US cultural calendar
Working knowledge of FTC endorsement and disclosure guidelines for branded and creator content.

Engagement Details

Term

Detail

Engagement type

Freelance / independent contractor (1099)

Location

Remote, US. Preference for Denver, Austin, Chicago or Atlanta, but open across the US

Hours

22.5 hours per week, with scope to scale up as needed, available during Pacific Time business hours

Contract length

Rolling 3-month contract

Rate

$40–50 per hour, depending on experience

Invoicing

Every two weeks, [Net 30] payment terms

Equipment

Contractors use their own equipment; access to Google Suite

All work created for the client is work made for hire and owned by DN / the client

Travel

Occasional West Coast trips and potential UK travel; pre-approved expenses reimbursed

How to apply: Send your CV Hello@digitalnativescontent.com or LinkedIn, a short portfolio of social work, and your day or hourly rate to [email].

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