Social Media Manager Job at 24 Seven Talent in Denver

Overview One of our sports tech startup clients is looking for a Social Media Manager and Content Creator to join their new team for an exciting full-time or contract-to-hire position. This role will lead the brand's go-to-market strategy, build a digital / social community, and be the voice of the brand across social media and beyond.

Location Fully remote, Boulder / Denver would be great, but not required

Compensation Salary : $70-75K DOE + equity + benefits / perks

Pay rate : $33-36 / hr DOE

Qualifications At least 25 years of experience in digital marketing, social media, or community management

Proven ability to run paid advertising campaigns and track ROI

Strong content creator with skills in short-form video editing, copywriting, and design tools (Canva, Adobe, CapCut, etc.)

Comfortable on camera and engaging authentically with a passionate sports community

Hands-on experience with CRM and marketing automation platforms

Data-driven mindset with experience in analytics and growth KPIs

Nice to have Experience in a startup / app environment

Passion for pickleball or community-driven sports

Job Responsibilities Develop, present, and execute marketing campaigns that drive user growth and app installs

Own paid advertising campaigns (FB / IG / TikTok / Google Ads) from planning to optimization

Lead influencer and brand partnerships from outreach through negotiation and activation

Translate the GTM vision into quarterly roadmaps with clear KPIs and growth objectives

Create and publish daily social content across TikTok, IG, YouTube, and email (copy, design, and short-form video editing)

Act as an on-camera presence for TikTok / Instagram Stories, Reels, and other content

Maintain a consistent content calendar and brand voice

Build creative assets and templates to streamline future offshore content production

Serve as the frontline community manager by engaging with DMs, comments, and user feedback

Launch and manage ambassador and affiliate programs with college players, influencers, and early adopters

Support on-site activations at tournaments / events, including live content capture and ambassador coordination

Foster authentic connections with players, clubs, and the broader pickleball community

Track and analyze growth metrics, app installs, CAC, and engagement rates

Deliver weekly performance reports and monthly dashboards with actionable insights

Manage and optimize CRM and marketing automation tools (HubSpot, Klaviyo, Mailchimp) to support onboarding, retention, and referral campaigns

Run A / B tests on ads and creative to improve conversion and ROI

Leadership & Offshore Coordination : After launch, manage a small offshore team to assist growth; write briefs, assign tasks, and ensure offshore execution meets brand standards

Why this role is exciting Be the first marketing hire at a high-growth sports tech startup

Shape the voice and presence of a brand at the center of pickleballs explosive growth

Work directly with the CEO, investors, and ambassadors to build something from the ground up

Remote flexibility with opportunities for travel to events

Own major parts of the GTM strategy and grow into a leadership role

• Portfolio with social content, campaign examples, and analytics required
• Eligible for base salary + bonus / equity potential

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