Influencer & Social Media Manager

Overview

The Social Media & Influencer Manager is responsible for developing, executing, and optimizing both influencer marketing and organic social media strategies to grow our clients’ brands and online presence—especially within the travel and tourism industry. This role combines hands-on management of social channels, content creation, and influencer partnerships. You’ll work closely with our production, creative, and account teams to deliver campaigns that drive engagement, awareness, and measurable results for both clients and Forge Apollo’s own brand.

Duties

• Develop and manage influencer marketing programs from strategy to execution
• Identify, vet, and build relationships with influencers and content creators
• Oversee campaign negotiation, contracts, and deliverables
• Develop, implement, and manage comprehensive social media strategies for clients and Forge Apollo’s own channels
• Craft content plans, posting schedules, and ideas for visual content
• Conduct competitor analysis and present strategy recommendations
• Plan, create, and schedule engaging content (text, images, video, interactive media) tailored to each platform and audience
• Collaborate with graphic designers, video editors, and other team members to ensure high-quality, on-brand content
• Help create content directly as needed
• Monitor and engage with communities across platforms; respond to comments, messages, and mentions promptly
• Maintain a positive and professional brand image
• Use analytics tools to track, measure, and report on the effectiveness of influencer and social media campaigns
• Provide regular performance reports with insights and recommendations
• Present strategies and campaign analysis to clients in collaborative settings
• Stay up-to-date on social media and influencer marketing trends, algorithm changes, and best practices
• Implement emerging trends to benefit clients’ and Forge Apollo’s social presence

Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, or related field
• 5 years of experience in influencer marketing and/or social media management
• Proficiency in major social platforms (Instagram, TikTok, LinkedIn, Facebook, etc.) and social media management tools (e.g., Hootsuite, Buffer).
• Experience managing influencer relationships and social content calendars
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and organizational skills
• Creative eye for content and storytelling
• Data-driven with strong analytical skills
• Agency experience preferred
• Plus: Design and video editing skills (e.g., Canva, CapCut, Adobe Creative Suite).

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience level: $65,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year
• Health benefits, including vision and dental
• Paid Family Leave
• Short-Term Disability Leave
• Life Insurance
• 401k (currently no employer match)
• Paid holidays, vacation time, sick time
• Flexible work hours (core hours 10am - 4pm)
• Half-day Fridays
• Hybrid remote work schedule (Only Wednesdays in-office)
• Free gym membership at Paul Bunyan Fitness
• Partial phone-plan reimbursement
• Professional development

How to Apply:

If you would like to be considered for this role, please submit your resume demonstrating relevant experience and a portfolio of your most successful work. Candidates who do not submit a portfolio will not be considered.

About Forge Apollo:

Forge Apollo’s award-winning team of creators and marketing strategists ensures that our clients’ campaigns are set up for success. We drive unrivaled results through our unique blend of video and digital marketing know-how, turning great ideas into effective content, websites, and ad campaigns that get seen. Our creative process helps clients increase website traffic, generate revenue, and engage millions of people worldwide.

Forge Apollo is a storytelling agency that understands the importance of unique perspectives and is dedicated to building a diverse team of creative professionals. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer that encourages Minorities, Females, Veterans, individuals with disabilities, and all members of the LGBTQIA community to appl