Social Media Manager – Prop Trading at ThinkMarkets

ThinkMarkets Group; Chicago (IL); Presencial; USD 70.000 - 90.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

ThinkMarkets Group is seeking a Social Media Manager for prop trading initiatives in Chicago. You will develop and execute a social media plan across major platforms, manage content calendars, and collaborate with Creative and Marketing to deliver platform-specific visuals and videos.

The role emphasizes translating trading concepts into accessible content, growing community engagement and monitoring performance to optimize campaigns. A bachelor’s degree in a related field is required.

Formación

• Hands-on experience managing social channels and creating engaging content.
• Familiarity with short-form video formats, including TikTok, Reels and YouTube Shorts.
• Strong writing skills and the ability to adapt content for different platforms.
• Understanding of audience engagement, community management and social media analytics.
• Interest in prop trading and an understanding of trader audiences and evaluation programs.
• Experience with Discord, creator collaborations or social media management tools is a plus.

Responsabilidades

• Social Media & Content Plan and execute social media activity across Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, X, Facebook, Eurostaffs and other relevant platforms.
• Manage the content calendar, aligning posts with product updates, campaigns and promotions.
• Create engaging content including captions, short-form videos, educational posts and community-led content.
• Work with Creative and Marketing teams to produce platform-specific visuals, reels and videos.
• Translate challenge features, evaluation rules and product benefits into clear, accessible content.
• Test new content formats and respond to relevant trends while maintaining a consistent brand voice.

Conocimientos

Social media management

Content creation

Short-form video

Copywriting

Audience engagement

Discord collaboration

Educación

Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Journalism or related field

Herramientas

Discord

Descripción del empleo

Social Media Manager - Prop Trading

in Chicago, IL, US. This Full time on site position offers great opportunities for career growth.

ThinkMarkets is a global financial technology company specializing in multi-asset trading solutions. Through our flagship ThinkTrader platform, we provide clients worldwide with access to thousands of financial instruments across global markets, supported by advanced trading technology and infrastructure.

Backed by ThinkMarkets' market expertise and infrastructure, ThinkCapital is our prop trading evaluation business, providing aspiring traders with access to a broad range of trading products within a simulated trading environment.

Our mission is to simplify the trading journey by combining smart technology with trusted support, giving traders the tools, education and opportunities to develop their skills and elevate their trading potential.

Key Responsibilities

Social Media & Content Plan and execute social media activity across Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, X, Facebook, Eurostaffs and other relevant platforms. Manage the content calendar, aligning posts with product updates, campaigns, promotions and relevant trading themes. Create engaging content, including captions, short-form videos, educational posts and community-led content. Work with Creative and Marketing teams to produce platform-specific visuals, reels and videos. Translate challenge features, evaluation rules and product benefits into clear, accessible content. Test new content formats and respond to relevant trends while maintaining a consistent brand voice.

Community & Engagement Manage daily audience interactions, responding to comments and messages and coordinating customer queries with Support. Build and engage trader communities across social platforms and owned channels such as Discord. Encourage conversations, gather feedback and identify opportunities for community participation. Support collaborations with relevant trading creators, influencers and brand ambassadors. Monitor audience sentiment and flag recurring questions or concerns to the relevant teams.

Performance & Collaboration Track audience growth, engagement, reach, website traffic and conversions from social activity. Use performance insights to improve content, publishing schedules and community engagement. Monitor competitor activity, trader conversations and platform trends to identify new opportunities. Work with Marketing, Product and Support teams on campaigns, launches and community initiatives. Ensure content accurately reflects ThinkCapital's products and follows brand, platform and internal approval guidelines.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Journalism or a related field from a recognized, accredited university.

Hands-on experience managing social channels and creating engaging content.

Familiarity with short-form video formats, including TikTok, Reels and YouTube Shorts.

Strong writing skills and the ability to adapt content for different platforms.

Understanding of audience engagement, community management and social media analytics.

Interest in prop trading and an understanding of trader audiences and evaluation programs.

Experience in prop trading, fintech or trading-related marketing is a plus.

Experience with Discord, creator collaborations or social media management tools is a plus.

Examples of content, campaigns or social channels you have worked on.