Social Media Content Spec

American Academy of Pediatrics; Itasca (IL); Hybrid; USD 63,438 - 66,963; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare and retirement plans

Job summary

American Academy of Pediatrics is seeking a Social Media Content Specialist (Grant-funded) to create video-focused social content and support influencer campaigns for AAP and HealthyChildren.org.

Role involves coordinating with video teams, monitoring conversations, and maintaining brand voice across platforms. Occasional travel and flexible hours may apply.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in communications, digital marketing, or related discipline or equivalent experience.
• At least 1 year related social media experience with video content and analytics.
• Experience using Canva, CapCut or similar tools to create engaging visuals.

Responsibilities

• Draft video-focused social content for Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube.
• Coordinate with video production for scheduling and content management.
• Support influencer relationships by coordinating videos and campaigns.

Skills

Creative content development

Social media strategy

Video content editing

Education

Bachelor's degree in communications/digital marketing

Tools

Canva

CapCut

MS Office

SharePoint

WebEx Teams

Job description

Title

Social Media Content Specialist (Grant-funded)

Reporting Relationship

Manager, Social Media Strategy

Basic Function

Create social media content for American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) and HealthyChildren.org social media accounts with a focus on video-based content and influencer campaigns. Support the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) influencer community on social media.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Draft social media content for posts with a primary focus on video content on Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube.
• Coordinate with video production colleagues on scheduling, video filming logistics, and content management.
• Assist supervisor in supporting relationships with AAP's pediatrician influencers by coordinating videos, monitoring content to engage with, and planning additional activities such as Instagram takeovers and Q&A's.
• Actively monitor and moderate social media conversations to ensure a positive and respectful environment. Support with the implementation of proactive and responsive communications by coordinating content with social media influencers that advance the strategic priorities of the department. Identify trends and topics mentioned by the community and adapt content accordingly.
• Create and edit simple graphics and videos using tools like Canva and CapCut.
• Work with team members to strategize on ways to support growth and engagement through video content on various social media platforms. Write and disseminate a newsletter for AAP pediatrician influencers.
• Leverage proactive and reactive social media opportunities to advance accurate vaccine information.
• Ensure brand voice and tone are maintained across all social media platforms.
• Stay current with social media trends, algorithms, and best practices and recommend opportunities for enhancement to social media outreach and activities.
• Track and analyze key metrics to measure the success of community management efforts. Identify trends and insights to inform future strategies and initiatives.
• Provide regular reports on community performance to stakeholders.
• Attend team meetings and contribute to discussions on social media campaign strategies.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education

Bachelor's degree in communications, digital marketing, or related discipline or an equivalent combination of relevant education and work experience required.

Experience

At least one year related experience contributing to social media accounts, including the development, execution, and analysis of video-based social media content and use of tools and platforms to track and assess social media efficacy. Experience using Canva, CapCut, or similar programs to create consistent and engaging visuals and editing videos for social media preferred. Experience in digital marketing and working in a public relations firm or non-profit medical association a plus.

Essential Skills

Must be able to develop creative and engaging content for various online platforms and varying audiences, manage multiple priorities simultaneously, respond quickly to time-sensitive matters, take initiative, work both independently and as part of a team, moderate conflict, collaborate effectively with various internal and external constituents, and contribute to fostering an inclusive culture where everyone feels valued and respected. Strong technical acumen essential with proficiency in MS Office, core social media platforms, and the ability to learn and apply new and trending technology platforms; experience with Canva, video editing tools, document collaboration platforms (e.g., SharePoint), and virtual meeting platforms (e.g., WebEx Teams) preferred. Excellent project management, organizational, diplomacy, interpersonal, analytical, and critical thinking skills required. Some travel and evening/weekend work required, along with the need for flexibility in arranging work schedule to accommodate physicians' availability.

Pay Range

The current base pay range for this position is $63,438.82 - $66,963.26.

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive benefits package which includes healthcare and retirement savings plans. For full details, see benefits: https://downloads.aap.org/DOHRAS/BenefitsAtAAP.pdf

Work Environment

Hybrid work environment: 40% of work time in the office per month.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The AAP is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities, Females, Individuals with Disabilities, and Veterans that values the strength diversity brings to our workplace.

Reasonable Accommodation

Individuals with a disability in need of a reasonable accommodation in connection with the job application process may contact us at 630-626-6297 or [e-mail]. Please note, only those inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will receive a response.