Social Media Strategist / Specialist
If you like creating engaging content for social media, analyzing social media performance, and managing online communities this role is for you.
A Social Media Strategist creates and executes social media campaigns to build brand awareness and engagement. They analyze metrics, optimize content, and manage platforms to enhance online presence.
Skills you’ll need: Time Management, Editing, Research, Social Media Management, Social Media Marketing, Social Media Strategy, Graphic Design, Public Relations
Social Media Strategist / Specialist
If you like creating engaging content for social media, analyzing social media performance, and managing online communities this role is for you.
A Social Media Strategist creates and executes social media campaigns to build brand awareness and engagement. They analyze metrics, optimize content, and manage platforms to enhance online presence.
Skills you’ll need: Time Management, Editing, Research, Social Media Management, Social Media Marketing, Social Media Strategy, Graphic Design, Public Relations
Recommended credentials
Introduction to Social Media Marketing
Course 1 of 6
Social Media Management
Course 2 of 6
Fundamentals of Social Media Advertising
Course 3 of 6
Advertising with Meta
Course 4 of 6
Measure and Optimize Social Media Marketing Campaigns
Course 5 of 6
Meta Social Media Marketing Capstone
Course 6 of 6
Getting Started with TikTok
Course 1 of 3
TikTok for Business
Course 2 of 3
Advertising and E-commerce on TikTok
Course 3 of 3
Career resources
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This role has a £29,076 median salary ¹.
This role has approximately 7,834 jobs available ¹.
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Credentials
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¹ Median salary and job opening data are sourced from Lightcast™ Job Postings Report. Content Creator, Machine Learning Engineer and Salesforce Development Representative (1/1/2024 - 12/31/2024) All other job roles (5/1/2024 - 5/1/2025)