QUALIFICATIONS

• 6–8+ years of relevant experience in social media strategy, digital communications, or integrated marketing (agency experience preferred)
• Experience managing large, multi-channel programs for consumer, corporate, or global brands
• Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills
• Experience managing people and developing high-performing teams
• Familiarity with paid social, influencer marketing, social analytics tools (e.g., Sprinklr, Brandwatch, Netbase), and platform ad managers is a plus

ABOUT THE ROLE

Edelman is looking for a strategic, creative, and collaborative Account Director, Social Media to lead integrated social campaigns for major brands. This role sits at the intersection of strategy, storytelling, culture, and performance - helping clients connect with their audiences in authentic, impactful ways. You’ll drive innovative thinking, lead client relationships, and mentor a growing team of social strategists and community managers.
If you’re a passionate communicator who understands how to lead social campaigns that shape conversation, inspire action, and drive measurable results - we’d love to hear from you.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Lead integrated, cross-platform social media strategies across owned, earned, and paid channels
• Act as a senior client partner, offering proactive counsel and creative problem-solving
• Oversee campaign development from concept to execution — including content planning, creative briefings, publishing calendars, performance analysis, and reporting
• Manage day-to-day team operations, budgets, scopes, and timelines
• Collaborate with creative, strategy, paid media, influencer, and analytics teams to ensure seamless delivery
• Lead team growth through mentorship, guidance, and development planning
• Monitor trends, tools, and emerging platforms to continually push innovation and cultural relevance
• Support new business development and organic growth through proposals, pitches, and POVs