Social Media Coordinator

Southern; Honolulu (HI); On-site; USD 27,552 - 41,328; Part time

Job summary

The Los Angeles Philharmonic Association is seeking a Part‑Time Social Media Assistant to support the LA Phil social media team with content creation, event coverage, and community engagement across platforms.

You will source engaging content, manage calendars, post daily, and assist with paid campaigns (notably TikTok) while collaborating with internal teams and external partners. Weekend and off-site events may be required; strong writing and storytelling are essential.

Qualifications

• 3 years’ experience in social media and content marketing.
• Strong writing and storytelling skills with social media know-how.
• Knowledge of LA Phil Brand and platforms (Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, YouTube).
• Understanding of marketing mix and content calendars.
• Experience with content editing tools and analytics platforms.

Responsibilities

• Create social media content with emphasis on short-form video.
• Source engaging content with internal stakeholders and partners.
• Attend events for content capture (weekends/off-site possible).
• Update and maintain content calendars; daily scheduling and posting.
• Engage with fans and manage community; assist with paid campaigns (TikTok).

Skills

Creative writing

Storytelling

Social media strategy

Content calendar management

Community management

Video creation/editing

Education

BS/BA in Marketing

Tools

Photoshop

Premiere

Canva

Capcut

Sprout Social

Hootsuite

Later

Job description

Position Summary

Part‑Time support for the LA Phil social media team with special projects, social ad placements, community management and event coverage across LA Phil’s social channels.

Position Elements

• Liaise with LA Phil social media team as well as internal stakeholders and external partners to source engaging content.
• Create social media content, with special attention to short‑form video.
• Attend and capture content at LA Phil events, including performances, rehearsals, and festivals. Events may be on weekends and off‑site.
• Assist with updating and maintaining content calendars for all platforms and channels.
• Daily scheduling & posting.
• Identify social media trends and recreate for LA Phil social media channels in a way that is authentic and on‑brand.
• Assist with social media monitoring efforts, engagement efforts, and DM responses.
• Engage with fans, other brands, and related #s to increase followers on all LA Phil social media channels.
• Assist with creating targeted paid campaigns to boost engagement and follower growth, particularly for TikTok.

Relationships

Reports To: Senior Manager, Social Media
Interacts With: Social Media Manager, Marketing Team, Philanthropy Team, Programming Team, Learning Team, Media Initiatives, Orchestra members, Visiting artists, Outside vendors

Minimum Requirements

• Innovative and creative thinker with strong writing and storytelling skills with 3 years’ experience working in social media.
• Knowledge of the LA Phil Brand, including the LA Phil, YOLA, Hollywood Bowl, and The Ford.
• Deep knowledge of current and upcoming social media platforms and proven experience building and managing content calendars, large‑scale social communities, and partner relationships.
• Understanding of how social media fits within the marketing and communications mix as well as knowledge of other marketing disciplines.
• BS/BA in Marketing, Business Administration, Journalism, PR, or Communications preferred. 3+ years’ experience as a content marketer or related role required.
• Excellent written, verbal, interpersonal communications, organizational, and active listening skills.
• Knowledge of Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, Snapchat, Twitter, and YouTube along with apps that assist on content editing such as Photoshop, Premiere, Canva, Capcut, etc.
• Experience utilizing Community Management & Analytic tools such as Sprout Social, Hootsuite, Later, and others.
• Knowledge and excitement about classical music a plus.
• Video creation and editing a plus.

Equal Employment Opportunity Policy

It is the Los Angeles Philharmonic Association’s policy to provide equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees. The Association does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, religious creed (including religious dress and religious grooming), sex (including pregnancy, perceived pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, physical or mental disability, legally protected medical condition or information, genetic information, marital status, gender, gender identity, gender expression, military status, veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law. Consistent with the law, the Association also provides reasonable accommodation for disabled applicants and employees in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the California Fair Employment and Housing Act, for pregnant employees who request an accommodation with the advice of their health care providers, for pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions; for employees who are victims of domestic violence, sexual assault or stalking; and for applicants and employees based on their religious beliefs and practices.