Social Media and Content Manager

YMCA • Atlanta, Georgia, United States • $50.41k - $72.99k / year • 3w ago

Join the YMCA of Metro Atlanta, where talented professionals make an impact and grow in their career!

Job Description

Reporting directly to the Vice President of Communications, the Social Media and Content Manager is a hybrid role responsible for developing, managing, and distributing engaging content across the YMCA of Metro Atlanta’s platforms. This position oversees the day-to-day operations of the YMCA’s organic social media channels, repurposes multimedia assets for cross-channel use, and collaborates with marketing and creative teams to support campaign integration and organizational storytelling. This role will play an integral part in expanding awareness of the Y’s impact in the communities we serve, retaining current members and program participants, and growing revenue channels.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in communications, marketing, journalism, public relations, or a related field and 3+ years of experience in content marketing, storytelling, and social media management, agency experience OR high school diploma and 5+ years in social media and content experience
Strong storytelling skills with demonstrated experience writing for multiple platforms and audiences
Experience working cross-functionally with creative and marketing teams, as well as freelance and contract vendors
Proficiency in social media tools (e.g., Sprout Social, Hootsuite), analytics platforms, and content management systems
Familiarity with SEO, content repurpose strategies, and digital trends.
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
Ability to thrive in a collaborative environment and manage multiple projects/programs of work
Passion for the YMCA’s mission and the ability to translate complex community impact into compelling stories
Must have reliable transportation to travel to branch and early learning sites Must pass background, BFTS, and motor vehicle record check

PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS:

Bachelor’s degree or higher
5+ years of experience in content marketing, storytelling, and social media management, agency experience Non-profit experience

WORK ENVIRONMENT & EXPECTATIONS

Hybrid work schedule with in-person meetings and occasional travel to YMCA branches for content collection and storytelling.
Flexibility to work evenings and weekends as needed to support key initiatives or capture timely content.

Essential Functions

Social Media Management:

Own the day-to-day management of the Y’s organic social media calendar across all platforms, including scheduling, publishing, and community management.
Travel to branch and early learning sites

Content Strategy:

Plan and oversee production of content that aligns with brand voice, values, and strategic initiatives. Formats include social posts, videos, graphics, website content, and intranet content.

Collaboration & Coordination:

Work closely with the creative team (designers, video, and photo) to develop compelling content that supports both internal initiatives and external marketing campaigns.
Work with senior leaders to integrate content into their professional networks and channels.

Channel Optimization:

Repurpose content across platforms (e.g., video to reels) to maximize reach and engagement.

Campaign Integration:

Collaborate with marketing team to ensure consistent messaging across paid and organic campaigns, tying into broader organizational goals and key initiatives.

Community Engagement: