CHICAGO, ILPosted 20 days ago

Job summary

• Job post source

  This job is directly from HOK

• Job overview

  The Social Media Strategist at HOK is responsible for elevating the brand's presence across social media platforms to engage a global audience and showcase the firm's impact.

• Responsibilities and impact

  The role involves creating and curating content, executing social media strategies, managing campaigns, engaging with the community, analyzing performance metrics, collaborating with marketing teams, monitoring trends, and providing training on social media best practices.

• Compensation and benefits

  The position offers a hybrid work environment, 10 paid holidays, at least 4 weeks of paid time off with a cash-out option, comprehensive medical, dental, vision coverage, mental wellness resources, life and disability insurance, paid parental leave, fertility coverage, and a 401(K) plan with matching contributions. The estimated hourly salary range in Chicago is $33.60 to $40.85 plus overtime.

• Experience and skills

  Candidates should have a bachelor's degree in communications, marketing, or related fields, 4-6 years of digital marketing experience, proficiency with social media platforms and AI tools, and skills in content creation and analytics. Experience with paid campaigns, photo/video editing, and social media management tools like Sprout Social is preferred.

• Career development

  HOK supports professional growth through financial support for continued learning, licensure exam preparation, CEU credits, mentorship programs, and paid professional memberships.

• Work environment and culture

  HOK fosters a culture of design excellence, collaboration, curiosity, and bold thinking, with a hybrid work environment that supports work-life balance and employee well-being.

• Company information

  HOK is a design firm focused on addressing critical challenges through creative and purposeful design, blending art and science to improve lives and serve clients globally.

• Team overview

  The Social Media Strategist will join a dynamic, collaborative marketing team that values cross-disciplinary cooperation and innovative thinking.

• Job location and travel

  The position is based in Chicago with a hybrid work model allowing some remote work.

• Unique job features

  The role involves working at the intersection of creativity and data, using AI tools for content management, and providing social media training to senior leaders, distinguishing it from similar roles.

Company overview

HOK is a global design, architecture, engineering, and planning firm known for its innovative and sustainable solutions. They generate revenue through a diverse portfolio of projects, including commercial buildings, healthcare facilities, sports complexes, and urban planning. Founded in 1955, HOK has a rich history of pioneering design excellence and has been involved in iconic projects like the Mercedes-Benz Stadium and the Dubai Marina. Their commitment to sustainability and cutting-edge technology makes them a leader in the industry.

How to land this job

• Position your resume to highlight your expertise in developing and executing social media strategies that increase brand awareness and engagement, emphasizing your ability to blend creativity with data-driven insights as HOK values strategic storytelling at the intersection of creativity and analytics.

• Focus on showcasing your experience with content creation across multiple formats (text, images, video), campaign management, community engagement, and proficiency with social media management tools like Sprout Social, aligning with HOK's need for a versatile strategist.

• Apply through multiple platforms including HOK’s official corporate careers site and LinkedIn to maximize your application’s visibility and increase your chances of being noticed by different hiring channels.

• Connect with current HOK marketing or social media team members on LinkedIn to gain insider perspectives and express your enthusiasm for their innovative work. Ice breakers could include commenting on a recent HOK campaign or asking about how they integrate data and creativity in their social media strategies.

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