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$40
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Intermediate
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I'm looking for a skilled freelancer to assist in resolving issues related to my website being flagged on Instagram and Facebook. The i…

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TikTok Shop Strategy and Management Expert Needed
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Hourly ‐ Posted 2 hours ago

Less than 30 hrs/week
Hours needed

1 to 3 months
Duration

Intermediate
Experience level

We are seeking an organized, proactive, and strategic individual to develop and manage our brand's TikTok Shop. The ideal candidate wi…

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30+ hrs/week
Hours needed

More than 6 months
Duration

Entry
Experience level

We are seeking a creative and proactive Freelance Social Media Manager to oversee our Instagram and TikTok accounts.This role offers an…

Social Media Marketing Photo Editing Instagram Social Media Management Social Media Content Creation TikTok
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Marketing Specialist for Shopify Apps
New
Hourly ‐ Posted 2 hours ago

Less than 30 hrs/week
Hours needed

1 to 3 months
Duration

Intermediate
Experience level

We are seeking a talented marketing specialist to help promote our Shopify apps. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding o…

Social Media Marketing Search Engine Optimization Shopify Apps Facebook Shopify
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Less than 30 hrs/week
Hours needed

1 to 3 months
Duration

Intermediate
Experience level

We are seeking a talented advertising specialist to help scale our mental health psychotherapy practice from a solo practitioner to a g…

Social Media Marketing Social Media Management Content Writing Search Engine Optimization
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Facebook ad specialist needed for products
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Fixed-price ‐ Posted 2 hours ago

$200
Fixed-price

Expert
Experience level

Hi, Looking for someone to create Ad's for my new launched business.

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30+ hrs/week
Hours needed

3 to 6 months
Duration

Expert
Experience level

Job Title: Facebook Media Buyer for Multi-Account Ad Management Job Description: We are looking for an experienced Facebook Media Buye…

Social Media Marketing Social Media Management Media Buying Facebook Advertising Facebook Ads Manager
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Social Media Marketing
New
Hourly ‐ Posted 2 hours ago

30+ hrs/week
Hours needed

More than 6 months
Duration

Expert
Experience level

We need a specialist in Facebook/Instagram ads. If you do not have several years of experience please do not apply. We need a real sp…

Social Media Marketing Social Media Advertising Instagram Facebook
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Facebook advertising expert for small local business
New
Fixed-price ‐ Posted 2 hours ago

$25
Fixed-price

Intermediate
Experience level

Description- I am in need of a Facebook advertising specialist to help me get better results with my ad campaign. I am unable to produc…

Social Media Marketing Social Media Advertising Facebook Advertising Facebook
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TikTok Content Viral Marketing Expert Needed
New
Hourly ‐ Posted 2 hours ago

Less than 30 hrs/week
Hours needed

1 to 3 months
Duration

Intermediate
Experience level

We are looking for a skilled TikTok marketing specialist to help us make our content go viral. Your expertise will be crucial in develo…

Social Media Marketing Social Media Management TikTok
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How to Become a Social Media Marketer

A social media marketing strategy and a robust online presence have become indispensable tools for businesses looking to market products and especially build online communities around their brands. But running successful social media campaigns takes more than just posting the right images and quips every so often.

Building a strong social media presence involves:

  • Curating and posting attractive images
  • Understanding of social media users and the types of content that resonate with them
  • Keeping a finger on the pulse of current news and trends
  • Proficiency using data to inform social media marketing campaigns
  • Knowledge of search engine optimization (SEO) to ensure users can easily find content

If you are skilled in these areas, becoming an independent social media marketer on Upwork may be an ideal career path option for you!

What does a Social Media Marketer do?

Social media specialists focus on content marketing, or marketing that does not explicitly advertise a brand, but does build awareness and interest in products and services. This involves producing attractive visuals, videos, written copy, and more that fit the promotion goals for various social networks.

Successful social media managers have excellent marketing skills and use this expertise to create, coordinate, schedule posts across social platforms in such a way that all content complements each other and also the brand. Social media accounts should also reflect a deep understanding of the company’s target audiences to be able to tailor content to this group, as well as draw new potential clients.

Social media marketing managers also must use analytics tools to measure the success of marketing efforts on an ongoing basis.

What skills do I need to become a Social Media Marketer?

Social media skills essential for the job include knowledge of:

  • Demographics of social media platforms, as well as the best strategies for targeting each via social media posts
  • Graphic design fundamentals for improved content creation
  • Analytics and SEO tools
  • Social media management tools, like Sprout Social and Hootsuite to schedule posts and track social media metrics
  • Digital marketing skills and the ability to identify and reach target audiences
  • Excellent copywriting and communication skills, both for writing posts and responding to audiences
  • Public relations and how to preserve a brand’s good reputation

What are the core Social Media Marketer job responsibilities?

Job descriptions for social media marketing specialists tend to ask for candidates to:

  • Craft and post engaging content for social media channels
  • Design and produce high-quality media content
  • Track news and current trends, and curate content accordingly
  • Use SEO research to identity the best hashtags to help audiences find a brand’s content
  • Process social media data, including tracking metrics and KPIs
  • Develop strategies for driving and increasing online traffic based on market research
  • Coordinate cross-promotional campaigns with influencers
  • Engage with followers via messages and other responses to social media posts

Should I get a Social Media Marketer degree or certification?

For social media marketers, the most powerful way to showcase skills comes is a portfolio with samples of your social media design work experience. In addition—and especially for entry-level social media marketers—clients will also likely look at demonstrable success with your own social media channels. But as with any industry, having an educational background in marketing, such as through a college degree or even taking marketing courses, can only strengthen your profile.

Job postings for social media marketers often seek individuals with bachelor’s degrees in subject areas like marketing and communications.

Bootcamps like General Assembly and the Digital Marketing Institute also offer social media marketing specializations.

Finally, you can also improve the specific skills that are essential for social media work through online courses in photography, graphic design, video shooting and editing, and even web development.

Jumpstart your freelance Social media marketer career on Upwork and start looking for your first job. Eager to learn more about Social media marketer jobs on Upwork? Check out these additional resources:

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