Social Media Manager

JOB SUMMARY

Burning Man Project’s Social Media Manager is responsible for managing and executing the strategy of Burning Man Project’s Social Media presence. The Social Media Manager will ideate, design, and publish content specifically tailored to different channels and that demonstrate Burning Man’s positive cultural impact and advances the nonprofit’s mission and overarching narrative. In alignment with the organization’s communications strategy, this person will maintain, adjust, and develop the storytelling efforts on the nonprofit’s Instagram, Facebook, X (formerly Twitter), LinkedIN, SoundCloud, YouTube, and other channels. This person will also perform regular channel and audience research, manage a calendar of key posting priorities, seek out new opportunities to expand the nonprofit’s reach, and recruit and manage a team of volunteer content creators.

This position is a regular, full-time, eligible for benefits role based in either San Francisco, CA or Reno, NV.

The deadline to apply for this role is 5:00 pm Pacific on Friday, February 9th, 2024.

 

DUTIES & ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Maintain and Improve Social Media Strategy across all platforms - Facebook, X (formerly Twitter), Instagram, Linkedin, SoundCloud, Reddit, YouTube, and more.
• Social Media Monitoring and Channel Management - day-to-day publishing, metrics reporting and analysis, short-term content planning, etc.
• Graphic Design and Content Creation across all social platforms, as needed - infographics, Instagram Stories videos/graphics, short video editing, etc.
• Community Commenting Guidelines and Enforcement (in collaboration with Managing Editor) - work to create a safe space for dialogue, update and maintain community guidelines, etc.
• Develop and work with a team of community designers for projects as needed.
• Evaluate and consider new opportunities to expand Burning Man Project’s presence to other platforms.
• Eyes and ears on the ground - surface community feedback and source community content. 
• Design and execute public opinion and engagement strategies in partnership with the Managing Editor.
• Black Rock City production-related duties to be assigned.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

LEARNING AND TEACHING

• Documentation - Assists in the creation, publishing, and maintenance of process documentation related to their assigned duties.
• Knowledge sharing – Helps acculturate and educate junior staff in Burning Man culture and business processes.
• Training development - Collaborates with the education team to develop training materials in their area of expertise, as requested.
• Learning – Pursues ongoing learning in their area of expertise, working to stay current on emergent knowledge, skills, and processes.

 

QUALIFICATIONS

REQUIRED

• 5+ years experience in professional Social Media, Content Creation, and/or Marketing roles.
• 3+ years experience in Black Rock City.
• Advanced understanding of the digital content landscape.
• Proven graphic design and/or content creation experience and skills.
• Experience developing successful Social Media strategies.
• Excellent communications skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously. Must be flexible and adaptable; able to thrive in a dynamic and frequently changing work atmosphere.
• Keen attention to detail and advanced organizational skills.
• In-depth knowledge and embodiment of the 10 Principles, and Burning Man culture and values.
• Must reside in the San Francisco Bay Area or in the Reno or Northern Nevada area.
• Available to work during PST business hours and occasional nights and weekends.
• Ability to adjust schedule seasonally to work at the Burning Man event held in Nevada.

 

PREFERRED

• Experience working in the nonprofit sector.
• Extensive writing and editing experience.
• Experience leading teams of volunteers.
• Extensive on-playa experience, including managing teams and/or projects.

 

Note: If you have gained the necessary experience to succeed in this role and have acquired this experience in other ways, we encourage you to apply and share all relevant experience in your application.

 

REQUIRED LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS

• Valid driver’s license and a good driving record.

 

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?

We are certain that working for Burning Man Project is unlike any other job on the planet! In addition to the unique opportunity to participate and contribute to our global community and culture within a creative, fun, and inspiring work environment, we’re also thrilled to provide the following:Compensation: Individual compensation decisions are dependent on a variety of factors, including prior experience and geographical location. The anticipated salary range for this position is $75,000 to $88,000 annually. Additional Benefits:

• Health benefits: medical, dental, vision insurance for employees and dependents.
• Long term disability and life insurance.
• 401k retirement plan with voluntary employee contribution.
• Accrued vacation and sick time: Up to 10 days vacation per 12 months on assignment.
• Additional annual paid time off in accordance with policy guidelines; 7 paid holidays annually, in addition to paid office closure during December 24th - January 1st.
• Paid parental and bonding leave.
• Communications benefits for remote employees; reimbursement of up to $120/month for home office internet and phone expenses.
• Commuter benefit program.
• Mental health support, life coaching, financial and legal consultation services through our employee assistance program.
• Professional development fund along with unique leadership and learning opportunities. 
• Equipment and tools necessary to succeed in a remote friendly workplace.

 

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Off-playa:  Work is primarily sedentary in nature; no special demands are required.
• On-playa:  Work is primarily sedentary but will also include the need to find and meet with department representatives who may not be in the vicinity therefore, this could include walking or using some form of transportation.  Some of the work will be in outside weather conditions and exposed to fumes or airborne particles, as well as possible extremes in temperature.

 

 

 

NOTICE FOR ALL APPLICANTS:

• Burning Man Project celebrates the importance of creating a diverse environment and enthusiastically encourages Black, Indigenous, Peoples of Color, LGBTQIA+, Immigrant, women, and people with disabilities, of all ages, to apply.
• Burning Man Project provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
• Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
• Notice for Remote Opportunities: Burning Man Project is currently able to hire remote employees living/working in the following states: AZ, CA, CO, FL, ID, LA, MA, MI, MT, NC, NH, NM, NV, NY, OR, PA, TX, UT, VA, WA, WI. Working hours for all positions are based on Pacific Time.

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