Social Media Manager

Guaranteed Rate, Inc.; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan

Medical benefits

Flexible benefits

Job summary

Rate Loan Officers’ digital presence needs a creative and strategic lead. Guaranteed Rate seeks a hands-on Social Media Manager who can transform ideas into polished content across Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, YouTube, TikTok and more.

The role blends graphic design, storytelling and analytics to grow reach, engagement and personal brands, with a focus on on-brand copy, visual identity and video production. Based in Chicago, in-office 3–4 days weekly.

Qualifications

• Portfolio demonstrating graphic design, social media content, branding, and/or logo development is required.
• Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Marketing, Advertising, Communications, Digital Media, or a related field preferred.
• Mortgage industry experience is a plus, but not required.

Responsibilities

• Manage and optimize multiple Loan Officer social media profiles across Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, TikTok, YouTube, and other platforms.
• Develop and execute social media strategies designed to grow reach, engagement, audience, and overall brand presence.
• Design and produce high-quality social media content, including static graphics, carousels, Reels, thumbnails, and other digital assets.
• Develop creative concepts and visual identities for Loan Officers, including logos, templates, color palettes, typography, and overall brand direction.
• Create and edit engaging short‑form video content and repurpose content across platforms.
• Develop and manage content calendars aligned with each Loan Officer’s goals, personal brand, and overall social strategy.
• Write engaging, on‑brand social media copy and contribute to creative campaigns and content ideas.
• Track, analyze, and report on key social media metrics, using performance insights to identify what’s working, what needs to change, and opportunities for growth.
• Stay current on social media trends, platform changes, and best practices to identify new opportunities for content and growth.
• Provide creative direction and social media guidance to Loan Officers when needed.

Skills

Graphic design

Social media management

Content creation

Canva

Adobe Creative Suite

Brand development

Logo design

Copywriting

Analytics

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Canva

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

Company Overview

Rate is one of the nation’s top retail mortgage lenders, delivering a seamless, tech-driven experience that helps customers reach their homeownership and financial goals. Founded in 2000 and based in Chicago, Rate is licensed in all 50 states and D.C. and has helped over 2 million homeowners with a wide range of loan products, competitive rates and personalized service. With 5,000+ employees across 300+ offices and 12+ subsidiaries, Rate’s Loan Officers rank among the best in the country. From purchases and refinances to tapping into equity, Rate makes financing faster, simpler and less stressful. Our technology — including Same Day Mortgage, the Rate App, FlashClose, MyAccount and the Language Access Program — has earned recognition from HousingWire, Scotsman Guide, NerdWallet, the Chicago Tribune and Crain’s Chicago Business. Learn more at rate.com.

About Guaranteed Rate Companies: The Guaranteed Rate Companies is a leader in mortgage lending and digital financial services. Headquartered in Chicago, the Guaranteed Rate Companies has more than 7,000 employees in over 850 branches across the U.S., serving all 50 states and Washington, D.C. Since its launch in 2000, Guaranteed Rate Companies has helped more than 1 million homeowners with home purchase loans and refinances, with a total loan volume of more than $116 billion in 2021 alone. The company has cemented itself as an industry leader by introducing innovative technology, offering low rates and delivering unparalleled customer service. Honors and awards include: Top Lender for Online Service for 2018 by U.S. News & World Report; Best Mortgage Lender for Online Loans and Best Mortgage Lender for Refinancing by NerdWallet for 2021; HousingWire’s 2020 Tech100 award for the company’s industry-leading FlashClose technology; No. 3 ranking in Scotsman Guide’s 2021 list of Top Retail Mortgage Lenders; Chicago Agent Magazine’s Lender of the Year for six consecutive years; and Chicago Tribune’s Top Workplaces list for seven consecutive years. Visit rate.com for more information.

Job Summary

Compensation: $50,000 annually (firm). Location: 3940 N. Ravenswood, Chicago, IL. Schedule: 3-4 days per week in office.

Portfolio Required: Candidates must provide samples of graphic design, social media, and content creation work.

Position Overview: We are seeking a highly creative and design-driven Social Media Manager to oversee the digital presence and personal brands of Rate Loan Officers across Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, YouTube, TikTok, and other platforms. This is a hands‑on creative and strategic role where graphic design, content creation, and social media growth are key responsibilities. The ideal candidate can take an idea from concept to finished product, develop strategies that drive growth, and use performance data to continuously improve content. The role will also support personal brand development and custom logo creation.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and optimize multiple Loan Officer social media profiles across Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, TikTok, YouTube, and other platforms.
• Develop and execute social media strategies designed to grow reach, engagement, audience, and overall brand presence.
• Design and produce high-quality social media content, including static graphics, carousels, Reels, thumbnails, and other digital assets.
• Develop creative concepts and visual identities for Loan Officers, including logos, templates, color palettes, typography, and overall brand direction.
• Create and edit engaging short‑form video content and repurpose content across platforms.
• Develop and manage content calendars aligned with each Loan Officer’s goals, personal brand, and overall social strategy.
• Write engaging, on‑brand social media copy and contribute to creative campaigns and content ideas.
• Track, analyze, and report on key social media metrics, using performance insights to identify what’s working, what needs to change, and opportunities for growth.
• Stay current on social media trends, platform changes, and best practices to identify new opportunities for content and growth.
• Provide creative direction and social media guidance to Loan Officers when needed.

Requirements

• 2+ years of experience in social media management, graphic design, content creation, or a related creative role.
• Strong graphic design skills are required.
• Portfolio demonstrating graphic design, social media content, branding, and/or logo development is required.
• Advanced Canva skills are required; Adobe Creative Suite experience is a plus.
• Strong understanding of social media strategy, analytics, reporting, and performance measurement.
• Ability to interpret social media data and turn insights into actionable content and growth strategies.
• Strong understanding of major social media platforms, algorithms, trends, and best practices.
• Experience creating and editing short‑form video content.
• Strong creative writing and copywriting skills.
• Strong eye for design, typography, layout, composition, and branding.
• Highly organized and able to manage multiple brands, projects, and deadlines.
• Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Marketing, Advertising, Communications, Digital Media, or a related field preferred.
• Mortgage industry experience is a plus, but not required.

What We’re Looking For

We’re looking for someone who understands that successful social media requires both strong creative and strong strategy. You should be able to create polished, compelling content while also understanding the data behind its performance and using those insights to drive continued growth. The ideal candidate is hands‑on, visually driven, analytical, trend‑aware, and passionate about creating content that looks as good as it performs.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Rate is an Equal Opportunity Employer that welcomes and encourages all applicants to apply regardless of age, race, sex, religion, color, national origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital or parental status, ancestry, citizenship status, pregnancy or other reason protected by law.

Rate is an Equal Opportunity Employer that welcomes and encourages all applicants to apply regardless of age, race, sex, religion, color, national origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital or parental status, ancestry, citizenship status, pregnancy or other reason protected by law.

Benefits

• The company offers a comprehensive benefits program to eligible employees, including eligibility to participate in a company-sponsored 401(k)
• vacation benefits
• eligibility for medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug benefits
• flexible benefits (e.g., healthcare and/or dependent day care flexible spending accounts)
• life insurance and death benefits
• critical care insurance
• personal accidental insurance
• commuter benefits
• pet insurance
• certain time off and leave of absence benefits
• well‑being benefits (e.g., employee assistance program)
• other supplemental benefits (e.g. legal planning assistance)
• identity theft protection
• pet insurance
• wellness resources
• The company offers a comprehensive benefits program to eligible employees, including eligibility to participate in a company-sponsored 401(k)
• vacation benefits
• eligibility for medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug benefits
• flexible benefits (e.g., healthcare and/or dependent day care flexible spending accounts)
• life insurance and death benefits
• critical care insurance
• personal accidental insurance
• commuter benefits
• pet insurance
• certain time off and leave of absence benefits
• well‑being benefits (e.g., employee assistance program)
• other supplemental benefits (e.g. legal planning assistance)
• identity theft protection
• pet insurance
• wellness resources

Company Culture

At Rate Companies, we believe in empowering our people to make an impact every day. From industry-leading mortgage solutions to award‑winning workplace culture, we’re proud to help our employees grow, collaborate, and succeed together.