What are the responsibilities and job description for the Social Media Specialist-Temporary position at Cold Spark Media?
Position Overview
We are seeking a Temporary Social Media Specialist to help manage and execute digital content across a variety of social media platforms. The ideal candidate lives and breathes online culture, understands how conversations move across platforms, and can spot emerging trends before they hit the mainstream.
This role is perfect for someone who spends a significant amount of time online, understands political and cultural discourse, and can translate fast-moving conversations into engaging content. The ideal candidate will be available to fill the role from August 1, 2026 or sooner through November 15, 2026.
Responsibilities
● Monitor social media platforms and online communities for emerging trends, conversations, and opportunities.
● Maintain and execute content calendars across multiple accounts and platforms.
● Curate and source relevant content that aligns with organizational goals and messaging.
● Draft social media copy, captions, posts, and rapid-response content.
● Track political, cultural, and social media trends to inform content strategy.
● Assist with content planning, scheduling, and publishing.
● Collaborate with team members to develop creative and timely social media campaigns.
Qualifications
● Active daily user of major social media platforms, including X, Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, and emerging platforms.
● Strong understanding of online culture, memes, trends, and digital communication.
● Deep interest in politics, public affairs, current events, and online political discourse.
● Exceptional writing and communication skills.
● Ability to write in a variety of tones and styles, from professional messaging to internet-native content.
● Familiarity with today's online language, trends, and digital communities.
● Strong organizational skills and ability to manage content calendars and deadlines.
● Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment and responding to breaking news and developing stories.
Preferred Qualifications
● Bachelor’s degree or equivalent years of experience required
● Experience working on political campaigns, advocacy efforts, public affairs, or issue-based communications.
● Texas political experience or familiarity with the Texas political landscape is preferred but not required.
● Google Suite, Microsoft Office products (most notably Word and Excel), and basic design editing tools (Canva, Opus) are preferred.
● Experience using social media scheduling and analytics tools.
What We're Looking For
We're looking for someone who is chronically online in the best way possible. Someone who understands not just what's happening online, but why it's happening. If you're the person who always knows the latest meme, political debate, trending story, or viral moment before everyone else, we'd love to hear from you.
Key Characteristics:
● Versatile hard worker
● Powerful copywriting skills
● Immaculate attention to detail
● Creative thinker
● Deadline-driven and organized