Social Media Content Manager

Key Responsibilities

• End-to-end creation of short-form video (Reels, TikTok) and high-quality photography.
• Moving beyond "product shots" to tell the human stories of our runners, employees, vendors, and community partners.
• Owning the content calendar across Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and emerging platforms, ensuring a consistent and daily presence.
• Strategic collaboration with external agency photographers and facilitating the paid social program to amplify organic wins.
• Managing the "vibe" of the comments section and fostering real-world community through digital interaction.

The "Must-Haves" (Qualifications)

• A visible, successful track record of building an audience (either for a personal brand or a previous company).
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Premiere, Lightroom) or advanced mobile editing tools (CapCut, etc.).
• Understanding of the running culture, including the gear, the culture, and why people show up to run in a nor'easter.
• The ability to execute a story independently without a large crew.

Other Requirements

• Locally based role with availability to work onsite at our Waltham, MA office when not capturing content at stores, community runs, or events.
• Ability and willingness to travel frequently to Marathon Sports retail locations and events across New England (MA, CT, RI, NH, ME, VT).
• Reliable transportation and flexibility to work occasional evenings and weekends to support store activations, brand events, and community runs.

Pay

• Entry 1–2 years experience: $55,000 – $65,000
• Mid-Level 3–5 years: $75,000 – $88,000
• Senior /Lead 5–8 years: $95,000 – $110,000