Senior Social Media Specialist

Freeport-McMoRan; Phoenix (AZ); Hybrid; USD 88,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401(k) with match

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Freeport-McMoRan in Phoenix, AZ, seeks a seasoned Corporate Communications professional to lead digital content and social media strategy. You will shape the brand voice, oversee storytelling, and align external messaging with business goals.

You’ll collaborate across functions, manage analytics, and report insights to senior leadership while supporting company-wide initiatives and crisis communications as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, PR, Mass Communications, English or similar field with 7+ years in corporate communications.
• Master's degree with 5+ years in digital content or mass communications with emphasis on social media.
• Extensive experience in the use of social media platforms and tools, social media writing, editing and monitoring.
• Proficiency in MS Office applications including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.
• Graphic design and production.
• Excellent command of grammar and knowledge of AP writing style.
• Strong social media writing skills and editing, plus verbal communications.
• Ability to handle sensitive information with integrity and discretion.
• Ability to collaborate across and outside of the department and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Manage Freeport-McMoRan’s corporate digital channels.
• Develop and write creative, data-driven, branded content.
• Oversee corporate digital storytelling, reputation management and amplification strategy.
• Provide counsel on corporate digital strategy, editorial calendars and analytics.
• Monitor social media platforms, develop listening and engagement activities, and produce reports.
• Support Corporate Communications on company-wide initiatives and handle diverse communication channels.

Skills

Social media management

Editing

Content creation

Writing

Strategic communications

Education

Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Public Relations, Mass Communications, English or similar field

Master's degree in Marketing, Public Relations, Mass Communications, English or similar field

Tools

MS Office

Graphic design software

Social media analytics tools

Job description

Why You Should Apply for This Job

At Freeport-McMoRan, we are committed to providing an employment package that recognizes excellence, encourages safe production and a culture supported by our core values. Here, you’ll find a collaborative environment where safety is a top priority, all opinions are valued, and people are empowered to grow in their career.

Where You Will Work

Our global headquarters is in Phoenix, Arizona. Several hundred employees support global operations in finance, human resources, information technology, planning and more from the main office, satellite offices or online. As a Hybrid employee, you’ll engage in virtual collaboration as well as attend in-person meetings at our Collaboration Hub in Phoenix or at one of our site locations. The Collaboration Hub provides an open, flexible workspace for individuals and teams to come together for various business needs. Amenities at the Hub include a working café, phone booths and meeting rooms with technology tools for virtual and in-person collaboration. In-person attendance may vary based on the position and department requirements.

Phoenix is the capital of the Grand Canyon State and enjoys mostly bright skies throughout the year. It is the perfect place if you enjoy the outdoors, love sports, concerts and other big city amenities or technology. There are great neighborhoods around Phoenix, with easy access to a major city, nature, the arts and many more amenities.

What You Will Do

As an essential member of the high-performing Communications team, you have primary responsibility for managing Freeport-McMoRan’s corporate digital channels. This includes the development and writing of creative, data-driven, branded content, with the goal of continuing to earn trust with key stakeholders and build affinity with target online/social audiences. You implement strategy for Freeport-McMoRan’s corporate digital ecosystem, create, write and oversee the curation of organic and paid content, and oversee and enhance corporate digital storytelling, reputation management and amplification strategy. You provide counsel and direction on corporate digital strategy, including the editorial content calendar, creative branded content mix and use of analytics and data, and create multiple detailed and executive reports. You actively engage in monitoring and administering social media platforms, develop listening, reporting and engagement activities, and analyze key performance indicators to provide communications insights that inform the Communications team of trends and best practices. You support the Corporate Communications team on corporate-wide initiatives and execute a variety of media including face-to-face meetings, intranet communications, widely dispersed emails, video and newsletters, and you perform other duties as requested.

What You Bring To Freeport

• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Public Relations, Mass Communications, English or similar field AND seven (7) years of experience in Corporate Communications or Mass Communications with an emphasis on social media or related experience

OR

• Master’s degree in Marketing, Public Relations, Mass Communications, English or similar field AND five (5) years of experience in Digital Content or Mass Communications with an emphasis on social media or related experience
• Extensive experience in the use of social media platforms and tools, social media writing, editing and monitoring
• Proficiency in MS Office applications including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook
• Graphic design and production
• Excellent command of grammar and knowledge of AP writing style
• Thorough understanding of writing strategies and tactics
• Strong social media writing skills
• Strong editing and verbal communications skills
• High level of professional integrity and discretion
• Skilled at collaborating within and outside of department
• Ability to turn long-form writing into concise social media content consistent with the company’s voice and tone
• Strong work ethic and ability to work at a fast pace while maintaining high accuracy and quick turnaround time on assigned projects
• Ability to work with sensitive information and oversee high-visibility projects and processes
• Ability to work effectively in an environment subject to changing priorities and short deadlines

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in a multi-location organization with multi-national or global communications and mining, natural resources or similar industry
• Excellent social media, video and photography skills
• Bilingual

What We Offer You

The estimated annual pay range for this role is currently $87,500-$120,000. This range reflects base salary only and does not include bonus payments, benefits or retirement contributions. Actual base pay is determined by experience, qualifications, skills and other job-related factors. This role is eligible for additional discretionary and incentive payment considerations based on company and individual performance. More details will be shared during the hiring process.

• Affordable medical, dental and vision benefits
• Company-paid life and disability insurance
• 401(k) plan with employer contribution/match
• Paid time off, paid sick time, holiday pay, parental leave
• Tuition Assistance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Discounted insurance plans for auto, home and pet
• Internal progression opportunities
• Learn more about our competitive and comprehensive benefits package!

What We Require

Freeport-McMoRan promotes a drug/alcohol-free work environment using mandatory pre-employment drug testing as allowed by applicable laws.

Occasional in office and on-site visits will be required.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Please be advised Freeport-McMoRan will never request payment for job-related expenses from applicants. If you receive any suspicious emails, please disregard them, and report the incident to [e-mail].