Hello all,

Taste the Local Difference is hiring a Social Media Specialist! Please see the details of the role and how to apply below: 

Taste the Local Difference is a women-owned marketing & media company specializing in communication strategy for Michigan's local food businesses. We are passionate about education, building relationships and empowering entrepreneurs. Our team supports purpose-driven brands throughout the state of Michigan in local food and agriculture.

Social Media Specialist

The Social Media Specialist is responsible for the management of TLD Social Campaign Strategy. This includes content planning, strategy, and project management. In addition, they participate in collective Marketing & Media Team efforts and fulfillment of client Marketing projects. The Social Media Specialist reports directly to the Media & Brand Manager and the Marketing Director. This position is 30-35 hours per week. 

The TLD Social Media Specialist is expected to:

  1. Oversee social media campaign strategy and develop content. 

    1. Collectively develop goals and measurable outcomes for content with Media & Brand Manager 

    2. Collaborate on content themes and ideas

    3. Develop and schedule social media content for both Taste the Local Difference Meta accounts (@tastethelocaldifference and @localfoodmarketing)

  2. Assist Media & Brand Manager with Local Food Guide and Holiday Gift Guide promotion campaigns and content tasks.

  3. Support fulfillment of client marketing services through delegated fulfillment tasks. These include, but are not limited to

    1. Social media account audits and strategy development 

    2. Content development 

  4. Contribute and review other TLD Media content as needed including but not limited to: blogs, consumer newsletters, local food guide stories, holiday gift guide. These tasks will typically be requested by the Media & Brand Manager or Content Strategy Specialist.

Desired Qualifications:

  1. Effective writing and communications experience

  2. Digital marketing skills, with at least 2 years of experience in social media management 

  3. Experience in Local Food Systems, preferably in Michigan

  4. Strong time management and organizational skills

  5. Eye for Design

  6. Quick learner

  7. Strong Communicator

  8. Self-directed and comfortable with remote-based work


Salary Range: $34,000-$37,000


Benefits: Flexible Schedule, Paid Holidays, 60 hours Paid Vacation, 30 Hours Sick Time, Low Deductible Health Insurance Plan, 401K, Opt-in Short Term Disability Group Rates, Paid Expenses, Cell Phone Stipend, Opportunity for Growth, Ongoing Reviews and Performance Evaluations, Equity options available.

Please email [log in to unmask] a resume and cover letter to apply.

 

Taste the Local Difference is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, age, religion, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, political orientation, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. We strongly encourage people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, and veterans to apply.