Director, Social Media
Chan Zuckerberg Initiative
full-time
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Location Type: Hybrid
Location: Redwood City • California • United States
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Salary
💰 $193,000 - $265,000 per year
Job Level
About the role
- Set and lead a clear, cohesive social media strategy aligned with Biohub’s and Learning Commons’ priorities and audiences.
- Oversee the creation of high‑quality, social‑first content—especially video—that makes complex ideas accessible, accurate, and engaging.
- Shape narratives around scientific and technical work, ensuring clarity without oversimplification.
- Support our founders, executives and internal thought leaders in building an authentic, effective social presence.
- Guide community engagement and risk management, fostering constructive conversation and protecting organizational credibility.
- Partner with internal teams and external agencies to deliver integrated campaigns across social, email, web, events, and other channels.
- Build and maintain relationships with relevant creators, influencers, and partners to extend reach and impact.
- Use data and insights to evaluate performance, refine strategy, and demonstrate impact.
- Stay ahead of platform shifts and emerging formats, testing new approaches with intention.
- Lead, mentor, and grow a team of social media professionals.
- Travel occasionally for events, meetings, or on‑location content production.
Requirements
- 10+ years of experience in social media or digital storytelling, including at least 5 years in a leadership role.
- Demonstrated success turning complex or technical topics into engaging content for multiple audiences.
- Experience leading influencer/content creator strategy and execution
- Deep understanding of major social platforms, audience behavior, and evolving best practices.
- Exceptional editorial judgment and storytelling skills across formats, with strong experience in video.
- Experience working with cross‑functional partners and managing external agencies.
- Comfort using data to guide decisions and measure impact.
- A people‑centered leadership style and experience building strong, collaborative teams.
- Experience with science, research, education, or similarly complex subject matter is strongly preferred.
- Bachelor’s degree in communications, marketing, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
Benefits
- Provides a generous employer match on employee 401(k) contributions to support planning for the future.
- Paid time off to volunteer at an organization of your choice.
- Funding for select family-forming benefits.
- Relocation support for employees who need assistance moving
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard Skills & Tools
social media strategycontent creationvideo productiondata analysisinfluencer strategydigital storytellingaudience behavior analysiseditorial judgmentcross-functional collaborationcampaign management
Soft Skills
leadershipmentoringteam buildingcommunicationcommunity engagementrisk managementcollaborationcreativitystrategic thinkingproblem-solving
Certifications
Bachelor’s degree in communicationsBachelor’s degree in marketingBachelor’s degree in related field