Social Media Manager

Salary: $50,000
Full-time: Hours are highly flexible (as long as some hours overlap with Central European time)
Location: Remote (US and UK residents only)
Application deadline: We are reviewing applications on a rolling basis until the position is filled. Early applications are strongly encouraged.

About Beyond Carnism

Beyond Carnism is a US-based, international organization dedicated to exposing and transforming carnism, the invisible belief system that conditions people to eat certain animals. Inspired by the work of our founding president, Dr. Melanie Joy, we have created innovative programs and campaigns, which have had a significant global impact. Beyond Carnism is a small, vibrant organization with a startup feel and ambitious goals.

What we’re looking for

We are seeking a full-time social media manager, a key member of our three-person team, who will be responsible for developing and implementing our social media strategy, managing our social media accounts, and engaging our online community.

Core responsibilities

• Plan and produce compelling content (graphics and short-form videos) for all of our social media accounts (including Instagram and Facebook) for @BeyondCarnism and @DrMelanieJoy, using design tools such as Canva and AI tools
• Consistently engage our supporters and work to grow our follower base
• Establish and maintain relationships with other organizations and influencers via social media
• Analyze the performance of our social media in order to inform our social media strategy, creating monthly reports
• Monitor and respond to comments, DMs, and other messaging in a timely manner
• Ensure that all communications reflect Beyond Carnism’s values and voice

The successful candidate

• is committed to the values of Beyond Carnism: You’re committed to values such as relationality, compassion, integrity, open-mindedness, inclusivity, strategic thinking, veganism, and effective altruism. You’re also committed to continuous learning and upskilling, and show a high level of self-awareness. You want to ensure that our social media communications are accurate, clear, and reflect unconditional kindness.
• cares deeply about effective communication: You understand the importance of communicating effectively, and you can choose the most respectful and clear ways to organize and share information.
• is able to quickly comprehend complex, sensitive issues and communicate about them in a strategic, nuanced manner: You have a foundational understanding of systems of oppression, social justice, carnism, and veganism. When you encounter new concepts in these areas, you can quickly comprehend them and communicate about them sensitively and effectively within our social media community.
• has at least two years’ experience working within social media management and strategy: You know how to manage social media accounts and can confidently develop and implement a social media strategy that’s in line with the goals and objectives of Beyond Carnism and help grow our online presence. You are competent working with AI tools and are committed to continually improving your knowledge in this domain.
• has strong graphic design skills: You know what it is about a design that makes it a success, and you have graphic design skills that you can build upon. You are comfortable using Canva.
• has video editing skills: Using tools such as Kapwing, Canva, and OpusClip, you can splice up videos and add open captions.
• is self-directed, highly organized, motivated, and detail-oriented: You notice and fix errors that others might overlook, and you’re able to effectively plan and prioritize when faced with competing deadlines.

How to apply

To apply for this position, please submit your CV, a cover letter (1 to 2 pages), and samples of three recent posts you’ve created (as attachments or links) to info@carnism.org. Please note in your cover letter where you are located and when you could begin the job. If you meet the criteria for the position, we’ll invite you for the first of two potential interviews.

If you have any questions, please email info@carnism.org.

Beyond Carnism is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, or veteran status. We encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply.