Social Media Project Assistant

About Us There’s a reason HUNTER is recognized as a PRWeek Best Place To Work and has been named PRovoke “Consumer Agency of the Year” not once, but twice: At HUNTER, we EARN IT — consumer attention, the trust and loyalty of clients, and the dedication of our staff, currently 350+ strong and counting

Overview HUNTER is searching for a Social Media Project Assistant to support the day-to-day execution of client social media programs, contributing to content creation, trend monitoring, publishing, and community support. This role works closely with the Senior Community Manager to help bring social strategies to life, ensuring content is timely, culturally relevant, and executed seamlessly across platforms. The role is based in the agency’s LA office and will work closely with an integrated team based in NYC and LA.

Responsibilities

• Support day-to-day social media execution across platforms, including content creation, scheduling, and campaign assistance
• Proactively communicate updates and advise team members on status and developments
• Help organize social calendars and contribute to brainstorms, pitches, and content development
• Attend client calls and meetings, providing updates, capturing feedback, and supporting follow-ups
• Monitor emerging social trends, memes, and cultural moments; surface timely opportunities for brand relevance
• Contribute creative ideas and perspectives in brainstorms and content planning sessions; Begin developing strategic/creative thinking skills
• Assist with research for new business and business renewal opportunities, as directed by a supervisor
• Ability to:
• Travel to client offices, content shoots, and events as required
• Manage multiple projects and priorities while meeting deadlines
• Communicate clearly and proactively with internal teams and clients
• Adapt quickly to shifting priorities, platform updates, and real-time social opportunities
• Support timely content execution and bring a solutions-oriented, collaborative mindset
• Accurately track time and maintain timesheets in accordance with agency processes
• Demonstrate integrity and good judgment when working with colleagues and clients
• Participate in agency brainstorms, projects, committees, and events

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required
• One (1) year of experience in a digital agency, social media, or related role (internships and freelance experience welcome)
• Strong writing and visual communication skills, with the ability to capture and adapt to brand voice across platforms
• Solid understanding of social media platforms, trends, and best practices
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Familiarity with social media scheduling and analytics tools (e.g., Sprinklr, Dash Hudson)
• Experience with Adobe Creative Suite, Canva, or similar design tools is a plus
• Passion for social media, internet culture, and emerging trends, with a creative, curious, and proactive mindset

Compensation In order to comply with equal pay and salary transparency laws in various locations, the Company believes the target range of base compensation for this role is $71,000-$75,000. Actual compensation is influenced by a wide array of factors including but not limited to skill set, level of experience, and location.

At HUNTER, we work hard and play hard, and while we have all the benefits you’d expect —competitive health and dental insurance plans, a 401K company match and generous PTO — we also provide:

• a hybrid work model;
• a “work from anywhere in the US” policy (up to four weeks a year);
• a year-round staff training and development curriculum; and
• a staff-led Action Group dedicated to DEI excellence in the agency and industry (read our DEI statement here: https://hunterpr.com/dei/ )

Perks? We have perks. When you work at HUNTER, you can expect Bring Your Parents (And Kids) to Work Days, regular volunteer Days of Service, mid-day Cupcakes and Cocktails mixers and epic Halloween and holiday parties.

Founded in 1989, HUNTER has grown into one of the most respected marketing communications firms in the country, creating work that matters in strategic planning, earned media relations, social and digital media, talent and influencer engagement, experiential marketing, multicultural outreach and content creation and distribution. And we do it all for esteemed companies and brands across every sector you can imagine:

• Food + Beverage
• Wine + Spirits
• Health + Beauty
• Fashion + Lifestyle
• Home
• Travel + Hospitality
• Financial Services
• Tech

See us in action here: https://hunterpr.com