Senior Social Media Creative Strategist in Beaverton, Oregon - #72578 | VanderHouwen

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Job Id: 72578

Senior Social Media Creative Strategist
Our client is seeking a Senior Social Media Creative Strategist to shape and execute innovative social storytelling that connects with passionate sports audiences on a global scale. This individual will bring a deep understanding of basketball culture, exceptional creative instincts, and the ability to transform live moments into compelling content experiences. The ideal candidate thrives in fast-paced environments, collaborates effectively across cross-functional teams, and confidently leads initiatives from concept through execution.

This role is a hybrid model in Beaverton, Oregon.

Senior Social Media Creative Strategist Responsibilities:

• Develop and lead year-round social media strategies that drive audience engagement, brand affinity, and cultural relevance across key digital channels.
• Translate live sports moments, seasonal initiatives, and product narratives into impactful social content that resonates with basketball fans and broader consumer audiences.
• Provide creative direction for content development, ensuring messaging is timely, authentic, and aligned with overall marketing objectives.
• Partner closely with cross-functional stakeholders including brand, digital, creative, and sports-focused teams to deliver integrated campaigns and experiences.
• Attend basketball events and games as needed to identify real-time storytelling opportunities and support live content activation.
• Craft compelling copy and social narratives tailored to platform best practices, particularly across Instagram and X.
• Analyze audience insights and performance data to inform optimization strategies and continuously improve content effectiveness.
• Guide external partners, agencies, and collaborators to ensure high-quality execution and consistent brand representation.
• Build presentations, strategic recommendations, and execution plans while maintaining strong attention to detail and organizational excellence.
• Drive projects forward proactively, navigating ambiguity and adapting quickly within a dynamic, evolving environment.

Senior Social Media Creative Strategist Qualifications:

• 8–9 years of professional experience in social media strategy, digital marketing, content development, or related fields.
• Demonstrated expertise creating and leading social content initiatives for prominent consumer-facing brands.
• Strong understanding of basketball culture and the ability to translate game moments into engaging digital storytelling.
• Proven experience providing creative direction and developing compelling written content for social platforms.
• In-depth knowledge of social media best practices, trends, and audience behaviors, with particular expertise in Instagram and X.
• Exceptional communication, presentation, and relationship-building skills with the ability to influence cross-functional partners.
• Strong analytical mindset with experience interpreting performance data and identifying opportunities for optimization.
• Experience managing multiple priorities and maintaining momentum in a fast-paced, high-visibility environment.
• Highly self-motivated, collaborative, and resourceful, with a reputation for taking initiative and delivering results.
• Bachelor’s degree is highly preferred; equivalent professional experience will also be considered.
• A current LinkedIn profile and portfolio or examples of relevant work must be included with application materials.
• Candidates should be flexible with their schedules, as occasional evening work may be required to support basketball events and live content needs.

Compensation: Up to $62.67/hr. (DOE)

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