Social Media Specialist

Rust-Oleum; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 68,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Job summary

Rust-Oleum is seeking a Social Media Specialist in Baltimore, Maryland, to support and optimize our social media presence. The role involves content creation, community management, and collaboration with cross-functional teams to enhance brand visibility.

The ideal candidate will have 3-5 years of experience in social media, strong skills in content development, and an understanding of platform dynamics. We offer comprehensive benefits, including medical coverage and a robust 401(k) plan.

Qualifications

• 3-5+ years of experience in social media or digital marketing.
• Strong understanding of social media platforms and best practices.
• Experience in creating and publishing content across various channels.

Responsibilities

• Draft and publish content across priority social media platforms.
• Support content calendar execution and campaign-driven contents.
• Engage with the community, moderating comments and messages.

Skills

Social media management

Content creation

Data interpretation

Community engagement

Education

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

Tools

Social media management tools

Job description

Social Media Specialist

The Social Media Specialist supports the planning, execution, and optimization of DAP's organic social media presence across priority platforms. This role contributes to content development, publishing, and community engagement, while also supporting elements of strategy, planning, and performance analysis. The Specialist plays a key role in maintaining consistent, high-quality channel execution and supporting launch readiness, while partnering closely with Creative, PR, Influencer Marketing, and other cross‑functional teams. Over time, this role is expected to build capability in strategic thinking, platform expertise, and performance analysis as DAP continues to evolve its social media function.

Responsibilities

Social Media Execution & Channel Management

• Draft, schedule, and publish social media content across priority platforms, including Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and YouTube.
• Maintain consistent channel presence, cadence, and platform hygiene (bios, highlights, playlists, and evergreen elements).
• Support execution of both evergreen and campaign-driven content calendars.
• Ensure all published content aligns with brand voice, quality standards, and platform best practices.
• Stay current on platform updates, features, and trends to support timely and relevant execution.

Content Planning Support & Optimization

• Translate campaign briefs, product launches, and business priorities into actionable content plans and execution timelines.
• Identify and curate user‑generated and approved creator‑generated content for use across social channels.
• Support integration of UGC into social storytelling, campaigns, and platform‑specific formats.
• Contribute to content optimization by applying performance learnings and platform insights.
• Maintain accessibility of priority content assets for ongoing use.

Creative Collaboration & Content Integration

• Partner with Creative Services and Studio teams to support development of social‑first and platform‑native content.
• Provide input on content formats, trends, and platform best practices during planning and execution.
• Ensure studio‑produced assets are adapted appropriately for social platforms.
• Participate in select content capture or studio shoots where needed to support execution.

Community Engagement & Social Listening

• Manage day‑to‑day community engagement, including comment moderation and direct message responses where appropriate.
• Follow established guidelines for escalation of customer, product, or brand‑related issues.
• Monitor social conversations and platform activity to identify trends, feedback, and emerging topics.
• Share relevant insights with internal teams to inform content and campaign planning.

Reporting & Performance Support

• Create and maintain reports and dashboards supporting campaigns, launches, and ongoing social performance.
• Track and summarize key performance indicators across platforms.
• Support analysis of performance data and provide input into optimization recommendations.
• Ensure reporting outputs are clear, accurate, and aligned with business needs.

Innovation & Cross‑Functional Collaboration

• Monitor emerging platforms, content formats, and social media trends.
• Support testing and experimentation with new formats and ideas where appropriate.
• Collaborate with PR on LinkedIn content execution and support alignment with broader communication strategies.
• Partner with internal teams to support evolving social media initiatives over time.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Digital Media, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• 3‑5+ years of experience in social media, digital marketing, or content execution roles.
• Strong understanding of social media platforms, formats, and best practices.
• Experience creating and publishing content across multiple social channels.
• Familiarity with social media management and reporting tools.
• Ability to interpret performance data and apply insights to improve execution.
• Exposure to AI‑enabled tools for research, content support, or reporting is a plus.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Company Provided Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Company‑paid short‑term and long‑term disability
• 401(k) plans
• Employer‑funded pension plan
• Tuition Reimbursement

Pay Range

• $68k - $85k per year.

About DAP

DAP is a market leading manufacturer, innovator and marketer of home repair and construction products including caulks, sealants, spray foam insulation, adhesives, and patch and repair products. DAP is part of RPM International Inc., a $7.3 billion, multinational company with subsidiaries that are world leaders in specialty coatings, sealants, building materials and related services. You will find DAP products in the hands of professional painters, remodelers, builders, and do‑it‑yourselfers, and in 60,000 retail outlets, ranging from home centers and mass merchandisers to your local hardware, pro contractor channels and paint stores. DAP's eight manufacturing and distribution facilities in the United States of America and Canada service North America and the world. At DAP, we hire the best people and give them a collaborative and rewarding work environment that empowers them to succeed! We support associates in continuous professional growth and collaborate on the steps it takes to get to the next level in their careers. Our associates enjoy a comprehensive benefits package including 401(k) with company match, pension, paid parental leave, competitive health insurance rates, employee stock purchase plan, tuition reimbursement, free wellness programs and more! Learn more about DAP's history, culture and benefits at www.dap.com/careers/.

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