Social Media Manager

backdrop.com; El Segundo (CA); Hybrid; USD 63,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary starting at $70,000

Bonuses and benefits

Creative environment

Hybrid flexibility

Job summary

A creative marketing agency located in California is seeking a Social Media Manager to oversee content production across various platforms like YouTube, TikTok, and Instagram. The ideal candidate will manage production schedules, coordinate with editing teams, and engage actively with audiences. Strong organizational skills and a deep understanding of social media trends are essential. This role offers competitive starting salary of $70,000 plus bonuses, alongside a flexible, collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Experience managing creative content pipelines from pre‑production to publishing.
• Exceptional organization and time management skills are required.
• Deep understanding of YouTube, TikTok, and Instagram cultures and algorithms.

Responsibilities

• Own and manage the content calendar across multiple brands and channels.
• Build and maintain shooting schedules, coordinating with internal teams.
• Manage the post-production pipeline and ensure timely execution.

Skills

Creative content management

Organization

Communication

Time management

Understanding social media trends

Problem-solving

Tools

Asana

Notion

Job description

At our core, we’re one team — but we wear many creative hats. You won’t just be managing one content stream; you’ll be helping orchestrate production across multiple brands. From Backdrop.com (event marketing and live activations) to Abacus Brands (award-winning educational toys and experiences), you’ll help steer the ship that drives content across YouTube, Instagram, TikTok, and beyond.

It’s a fast-moving, creative environment where every day feels different. If you thrive in structure but live for creativity, this is your place.

Some of our current channels include:

About The Role

We’re looking for a Social Media Manager who knows how to turn chaos into content. You’ll manage shooting schedules, post-production pipelines, and publishing timelines — ensuring every project hits on time, in style, and on brand.

This is both a strategic and hands‑on role: you’ll coordinate shoots, manage editors, and engage with audiences across all platforms to build strong, consistent community engagement.

What You’ll Do

• Own and manage the content calendar across multiple brands and channels
• Build and maintain shooting schedules, coordinating with internal teams and talent
• Manage the post‑production pipeline (editors, revisions, and uploads)
• Own the publishing cadence on YouTube, TikTok, and Instagram with flawless execution
• Engage with audiences and communities across all platforms
• Track performance metrics and provide insights to improve future content
• Collaborate closely with creative leads to maintain consistency across brands

What You Bring

• Experience managing creative content pipelines — from pre‑production to publishing
• Exceptional organization and time management skills
• Deep, tactical understanding of YouTube, TikTok, and Instagram cultures, algorithms, and trends
• Great communicator with leadership instincts and problem‑solving ability
• Familiarity with project management tools (e.g. Asana, Notion, etc.)
• Passion for storytelling, branding, and building digital communities

The Perks

• Competitive salary starting at $70,000 + bonuses and benefits
• Creative environment where your ideas and leadership make an impact
• Opportunity to work with a variety of brands and creative teams
• Hybrid flexibility and a collaborative team culture

How to Apply

We want doers and thinkers — people who make things happen.

Send us:

📅 Examples of content schedules or campaigns you’ve managed

🎥 Links to projects or channels you’ve produced