Social Media Manager

Acorns

. Create and capture distinctive thumb-stopping content, including UGC, in-house content, edu-tainment, behind-the-scenes moments, trend-driven and reactive formats, CEO-led content, and real customer moments .

Posted 9/21/2026full-timeRemote • California • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $117,000 - $130,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in creating and managing engaging social content across multiple platforms, with a strong focus on community engagement and trend analysis. Proven ability to develop strategic content calendars and execute brand voice effectively.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Content CreationSocial Media ManagementCommunity EngagementTrend AnalysisStrategic Thinking

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Hard Skills

Content DevelopmentVideo EditingCreative IdeationPerformance AnalysisUser-Generated Content (UGC)Edu-tainment ContentTrend-Driven ContentCEO-Led ContentBehind-the-Scenes ContentReactive Content

Soft Skills

EmpathyCultural FluencyIndependent Execution

Tools & Technologies

InstagramTikTokRedditYouTubeLinkedIn

Industry Keywords

Fintech KnowledgeBrand VoiceCommunity ManagementContent CalendarSocial Strategy

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Create and capture distinctive thumb-stopping content, including UGC, in-house content, edu-tainment, behind-the-scenes moments, trend-driven and reactive formats, CEO-led content, and real customer moments
Set and run social strategy for Acorns and Acorns Early aligned with broader marketing and business goals
Develop, manage, and execute a dynamic content calendar across priority channels
Source, scope, and manage external creators
Lead day-to-day community management and engage with the Acorns community
Collaborate with support partners on key topics, customer inquiries, and escalations
Grow Acorns’ organic social presence across Instagram and TikTok, with secondary focus on Reddit, YouTube, LinkedIn, and emerging platforms
Analyze and report on social performance, including engagement, audience growth, and content effectiveness
Own Acorns’ brand voice and visual presence across social content and captions
Track cultural, investing, fintech, and platform trends and integrate relevant opportunities
Report to the Sr. Director of Brand Marketing

Requirements

What you’ll need

5–8+ years of hands-on experience creating content and managing social channels
End-to-end creator skills: concept, script, shoot, and edit content with speed, precision, and intention
Creative ideation across formats, platforms, and original concepts
Understanding of why social content performs, combining creator instincts with strategic thinking
Ability to independently identify opportunities and execute without perfect briefs
Cultural fluency and awareness of emerging trends
Empathy for the community and customers represented on social media
Passion for Acorns’ mission, vision, and values
Fintech knowledge is a plus, not a requirement
Experience with UGC, in-house content, edu-tainment, behind-the-scenes, trend-driven, reactive, CEO-led, and customer content is relevant to the role

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive salary and stock options
A comprehensive benefits package for you and your family
Flexible work location and hours
Paid time off, including vacation, sick time, and parental leave
401(k) matching
Monthly Acorns account contribution and GoHenry account for your family
Mindfulness and Financial Wellness resources
Headspace and Addition Wealth
Acorns Career Development Program with ongoing training sessions, development plans, development check-ins, and Cornerstone’s online training platform
Roots Leadership Program for Emerging Leaders
Community week onsite gatherings and various virtual events
Optional access to office space in Irvine, CA
Medical, financial, and other benefits
Equity grants
Discretionary cash bonus awards