Group Social Media Manager

Sales & Marketing
Full Time
Experienced
Published on 09/10/2024

Job Description

Overview

The Social Media Manager will be responsible for developing and executing a comprehensive social media strategy that enhances the brand's online presence across multiple platforms. 

This role requires a visionary content creator and storyteller who can bring the luxury brand’s values to life through compelling, visually stunning content. You will oversee all social media channels across 3 hotels and 4 restaurants, engage with our global community, and collaborate closely with the marketing and creative teams to ensure brand consistency.

Duties & Responsibilities

1. Social Media Strategy

  • Develop and implement a comprehensive social media strategy for multiple 5-star luxury properties, ensuring alignment with the overall brand positioning and business objectives.
  • Identify trends and opportunities to enhance the brand’s presence on platforms such as Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, LinkedIn, and YouTube, while also exploring emerging platforms relevant to the luxury sector.
  • Grow the brand's social media audience, focusing on high-value, engaged followers and creating strong relationships with influencers and brand advocates.

2. Content Creation & Storytelling

  • Conceptualize, create, and curate high-quality visual and written content that reflects the luxury brand’s identity, including photos, videos, graphics, and captions.
  • Lead in the creation of unique, on-brand storytelling that showcases the guest experience, hotel features, exclusive events, and luxury lifestyle associated with the brand.
  • Collaborate with professional photographers, videographers, and influencers to create content that drives engagement and strengthens the brand narrative.

3. Creative Campaigns

  • Develop and manage creative social media campaigns to highlight hotel promotions, events, and partnerships, ensuring they resonate with the luxury audience.
  • Plan and execute seasonal campaigns, influencer collaborations, and user-generated content initiatives to increase brand awareness and engagement.
  • Work with cross-functional teams (PR, marketing, events) to align social media campaigns with broader brand initiatives.

4. Community Engagement

  • Foster an authentic connection with the brand’s audience by responding to comments, messages, and inquiries in a timely and brand-appropriate manner.
  • Monitor and engage with conversations around the brand, ensuring an active presence on all social media platforms.
  • Collaborate with the guest relations and customer service teams to manage any guest feedback, inquiries, or potential issues raised on social media channels.

5. Performance Analysis & Optimization

  • Track and analyze social media performance, using data to optimize content and campaigns for better engagement, reach, and conversion.
  • Provide regular reports to senior management on social media metrics, campaign performance, and growth strategies.
  • Stay up-to-date with social media trends, platform updates, and best practices to continually improve the brand’s presence.

6. Influencer & Partnership Management

  • Identify and manage relationships with influencers, luxury travel bloggers, and content creators who align with the brand’s values and aesthetic.
  • Coordinate influencer visits, content partnerships, and brand collaborations that amplify brand visibility and drive engagement.

7. Collaboration & Teamwork

  • Work closely with the marketing, PR, and digital teams to ensure cohesive messaging and integrated campaigns across all channels.
  • Collaborate with the in-house creative team to develop and produce visually stunning content that aligns with the brand’s luxury identity.

Qualifications & Experience

  • Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, Digital Media, or a related field.
  • 5+ years of experience in social media management, with a focus on luxury brands, hospitality, or lifestyle sectors.
  • Proven experience in content creation, including photography, video production, and editing, with a strong portfolio of luxury or travel-related content.
  • Strong knowledge of all major social media platforms, including best practices, tools, and analytics.
  • Excellent written communication skills, with the ability to craft compelling captions, posts, and content that resonate with a luxury audience.
  • Ability to work with creative tools such as Adobe Creative Suite, Canva, or other content editing software.
  • Strong eye for design, photography, and visual aesthetics, with a deep understanding of luxury branding.
  • Knowledge of influencer marketing and experience managing influencer partnerships and campaigns.
  • Ability to travel frequently to different hotel properties for content shoots and on-site social media management.

Benefits Package

Competitive salary with benefits, including travel perks, health insurance, opportunities for professional growth, and the chance to work with one of the world’s leading luxury hotel brands.