Kepler · 2 weeks ago
Head of Social, Entertainment & Culture
New York
Full-time
Hybrid
Director/Executive
$173K/yr - $210K/yr
10+ years expKepler is a leading omnichannel, full-funnel, full-service agency specializing in media, creative, and data. They are looking for a dynamic leader to serve as the Head of Social, Entertainment, and Culture, responsible for setting the vision and strategy for the social media practice and advising clients on influencer strategies. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of social media and cultural trends, and will be a thought leader in the industry.
ConsultingDigital MediaMarketing Automation
Responsibilities
Develop and execute a forward-thinking strategy for Kepler's Social Media and Influencer/Creator Marketing practice: Kepler Influence
Anticipate social, cultural, and media trends, connecting the dots with evolving social platform and media capabilities to keep Kepler and our clients ahead of the trends
Serve as the agency's primary thought leader on social media, entertainment, and culture -- representing Kepler with clients, partners, press, and business development opportunities
Assist teams (and BD) in developing “big ideas” related to social media, culture and entertainment
With a pulse on content-heavy social topics of entertainment like fashion, sports, food, music, movies/shows, and beauty, weave cultural insights and trends into Kepler capabilities and solutions for clients
Build and mentor a high-performing team of social media experts, fostering a culture of creativity, innovation, curiosity, and excellence
Act as a senior strategic partner for key clients, providing expert counsel on how to leverage social media to achieve their business objectives
Drive new business growth by effectively communicating Kepler’s social media and influencer marketing value proposition to prospective clients
Develop and nurture strong relationships with social platform partners (Meta, TikTok, LinkedIn, Pinterest, Snap, YouTube/Shorts, etc.) to unlock unique opportunities for our clients
Develop and nurture Kepler Influence’s creator and influencer partnerships
Identify and integrate emerging technologies, tools, and methodologies into Kepler process and tools (e.g., Kip) to enhance our social offerings
Collaborate with Kepler Strategy, Activation, Data Strategy, and Creative teams to establish best practices and standardized processes to ensure consistent, high-quality execution and innovation across all client accounts
Collaborate with industry vertical leads and other Media COEs to build bespoke social solutions, e.g., commerce/retail, B2B, etc
Champion the integration of social media insights into broader marketing and business strategies
Qualification
Required
10+ years of experience in social marketing, paid and/or organic, with a proven track record of leadership and success in a dynamic environment
Deep expertise across all major social media platforms, with an understanding of their feed algorithms, ad products, creative best practices, and community/cultural nuances
Demonstrated ability to develop and execute innovative, results-driven social media strategies for a diverse portfolio of clients
Strong business acumen and the ability to translate social media metrics into meaningful business outcomes
Exceptional communication and presentation skills, with the ability to inspire and persuade both internal and external audiences
A passion for culture and a keen eye for identifying and capitalizing on emerging trends
Preferred
A Cultural Trendsetter: You are naturally curious and constantly consuming content, with an intuitive sense of what's next
A Visionary Storyteller: You can craft a compelling narrative about the future of social media and Kepler's role in it
An Inspiring Leader: You are a natural mentor who is passionate about developing talent and building a world-class team
A Strategic Thinker: You can see the big picture and connect the dots between social media, business strategy, and cultural trends
Benefits
Healthcare/Dental/Vision
Unlimited PTO
401k Contributions
$125/mo Mobile Phone Stipend
$50/mo Internet Stipend
$200/yr Home Office Equipment Stipend
$800/yr Annual Learning Stipend
$1,500/yr Annual Education Stipend
Parental Leave - 16 week primary caregiver / 6 week secondary caregiver leave
Annual Work From Anywhere 4 weeks per year
Company
Kepler
We’re on a mission to demystify the digital universe.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknown2018-04-04Acquired
Leadership Team
Remy Stiles
Global CEO
Rick Greenberg
CEO
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