Social Media & Community Manager

Driven Labs, Inc; Burbank (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 80,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Stock options potential

Flexible work schedule

Onsite gym

Job summary

A fast-paced startup in automotive media is seeking a Social Media & Community Manager. The ideal candidate will manage social channels, cultivate community engagement, and curate automotive content. With a competitive salary of $70-80k annually, the role offers creative freedom and significant impact in a vibrant startup culture. Candidates must have a love for car culture and at least 3 years of experience in social media management.

Qualifications

• 3+ years’ experience in social media management or community management.
• Proven track record of growing a channel/account to 10K+ followers.
• Hands-on experience with community tools and content production.

Responsibilities

• Own social media channels and mailing list to drive engagement.
• Manage and grow online communities on the Driven platform.
• Create and curate content tailored to automotive culture.

Skills

Community building

Social media management

Content production

Analytics tools

Education

College degree in digital creative or marketing discipline

Tools

Figma

Adobe Suite

CapCut

Mailchimp

Job description

Driven is a new streaming and social platform built for car enthusiasts, launching in early 2026. We're creating a go-to destination for car culture, featuring high-quality content plus a growing community of fans and creators. We're a fast-paced startup located in LA, right next to WB and Universal, and we're looking for an automotive-obsessed digital native to take our social media and community engagement to the next level.

The Role

As our Social Media & Community Manager, you’ll be the voice and vibe of Driven across our digital platforms. You’ll own our social media channels and mailing list, manage online communities on the Driven platform, and help shape our presence both online and IRL. This is a role with high autonomy, creative freedom, and lots of potential for professional growth.

What You’ll Do

• Own our social media channels & mailing list (Instagram, YouTube, TikTok, etc.) and help drive engagement, awareness, and adoption of the Driven platform.
• Manage and grow the Driven communities on our streaming + social platform.
• Moderate comments, spark conversation, and help keep the community engaged and authentic.
• Create and curate content with a sharp eye for automotive culture.
• Manage content, shoot logistics and production schedules across platforms, including publishing workflows and light content editing/copywriting.
• Collaborate with creators, content partners, and internal team to source and schedule content.
• Use tools like Mailchimp, Later, Linktree Pro, and native analytics to plan, publish, and optimize content.
• Assist in online and in-person events and meetups.
• Track performance and report back insights, wins, and learnings.
• Be an internal advocate for our community and help shape product/community decisions.

What we’re looking for

• You’re a natural community builder, you love meeting new people and hosting events, you’re the one at the party connecting guests and making them feel welcome.
• 3+ years’ experience in social media management, content production, or Community management.
• You live and breathe car culture — whether it’s JDM, classics, motorsports, muscle, off-road, or all of the above.
• Experienced in growing online communities and managing social media accounts (Instagram, TikTok, etc.)
• Proven track record of growing a channel/account to 10K+ followers
• Strong understanding of content production, with experience both creating and collaborating with creators
• Comfortable with analytics, scheduling, and community tools
• A self-starter who thrives in fast-moving, high-autonomy environments
• Willing to travel occasionally for events and activations
• Strong organizational skills; able to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Community-minded, creative, and driven
• Hands-on experience with Figma, Adobe Suite, CapCut, Later, Linktree Pro, and native analytics or CMS platforms.
• A college degree in a digital creative or marketing discipline.
• Lives in Los Angeles and can commute to our stunning office in Burbank.

What We Offer

• A competitive salary with the potential for stock options down the line
• A front-row seat to building a next-gen platform for automotive fans
• Creative freedom and a say in how we grow our brand
• High autonomy and impact on how we grow our brand and community.
• Company benefits after successful completion of probationary period
• A startup vibe with real momentum — and room to grow
• Flexible work schedule, deliverable focused, estimated 3-5 days a week; 3 month contract to start
• Flexible setup: Part time or full time position for the right candidate.
• A beautiful office with open space and an onsite gym next to the Los Angeles River (Burbank/Universal area)
• Competitive salary - $70-80k annually pro rata depending on experience

Ready to build something that car fans will love?

Email us at [e-mail] with your resume, social links, and a short note telling us why you're the right fit. Bonus points for links to channels you've grown or content you've created.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Part-time

Job function

• Marketing and Sales

Industries

• Broadcast Media Production and Distribution