Social Media Manager; In office

Marketing Empire Group (MEG) is a full-service marketing agency in Temecula, CA built on a Hub & Spoke model, designed to deliver integrated marketing solutions that blend strategy, creativity, and data-driven results. Our social media team plays a pivotal role in helping Tier 1–3 clients grow their brand presence, drive engagement, and deliver measurable ROI.

We are seeking an in-house Social Media Manager
to lead our social team and serve as the strategic driver behind innovative social media campaigns. This role will report directly to the Creative Director and oversee Social Media Specialists, ensuring campaigns are developed, executed, and optimized to exceed client expectations.

• Develop and oversee comprehensive social media strategies for Tier 1 clients while ensuring alignment with creative, PR, and digital initiatives across the agency.
• Provide leadership and mentorship to Social Media Specialists, ensuring campaigns are delivered on time, on-brand, and optimized for performance.
• Lead the development of social playbooks, influencer frameworks, and AI-driven resource guides to streamline team operations.

• Direct the planning, packaging, and syndication of multi-channel campaigns (Facebook, Instagram, Tik Tok, Linked In, emerging platforms).
• Partner with the Creative Director and Email Marketing team to ensure cross-channel alignment in tone, visuals, and cadence.
• Oversee influencer marketing efforts, including sourcing, contracting, and campaign delivery for high-profile clients.

• Lead the reporting process for all clients, ensuring insights are data-driven and actionable.
• Review campaign metrics (reach, engagement, CTR, conversions) and optimize strategies across clients.
• Drive innovation by piloting new social media tools, A/B testing formats, and experimenting with AI-supported content workflows.
• Act as the hub
  between the social team and other departments (Creative, Email, SEO, Paid Media, PR).
• Contribute social insights to agency-wide go-to-market strategies, particularly for larger Tier 1 accounts.
• Ensure smooth project management through Basecamp and other internal platforms.

• 5–10 years of experience in social media marketing, digital marketing, or related roles.
• Proven experience leading teams and delivering measurable results in agency or fast-paced environments.
• Strong background in social strategy development, influencer campaign management, and cross-channel planning.
• Advanced knowledge of social media tools (Hootsuite, Buffer,
  Sprout Social
  , native analytics) and design platforms (Adobe Creative Suite, Canva, Figma).
• Proficiency in paid social advertising (Meta Ads, Linked In Campaign Manager, Tik Tok Ads).
• Excellent communication, leadership, and presentation skills.
• Familiarity with AI-assisted marketing tools (ChatGPT, Opus Clip, Neuron Writer) preferred.
• Deliver 15–20% lift in engagement rates for Tier 1 clients annually
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• Ensure 95% of campaigns are delivered on time and meet client approval on first iteration
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• Take on a leadership role in a fast-growing agency.
• Work on high-profile campaigns with clients across industries.
• Collaborate with senior leaders and cross-department teams in a creative, innovative environment.
• Competitive salary, 401(k), and career advancement opportunities.

• Send your resume and portfolio of campaigns you’ve led.