Social Media Manager

Job Posting: Social Media Manager

Company: Mason Contractors Association of America (MCAA)
Initial Content Focus: MASONRY STRONG Network
Location: Full-time, on-site at MCAA headquarters in Algonquin, IL
Employment: Permanent
Compensation: $45,000–$50,000 per year based on experience + Generous Benefits Package
Level: Entry-Level
Travel: Occasional travel for events or off-site shoots

About MCAA

The MCAA is the national trade association for the masonry industry. For more than 75 years, the MCAA has educated and represented the trade through continuing education, advocacy for fair codes and standards, a safe work environment, workforce development, and promotion of the benefits of masonry. The MASONRY STRONG Network is built to inform, educate, and entertain the industry in the formats people actually use today.

About the Role

The Mason Contractors Association of America is building the MASONRY STRONG Network, a video-first multimedia platform. We are looking for a well-rounded and collaborative Social Media Manager to manage MCAA’s social media accounts, beginning with promotion of MASONRY STRONG Network content.

This entry-level position combines content planning, creation, publishing, audience engagement, paid advertising, and performance tracking. You will work closely with our in-house studio team to bring Network programming to audiences on Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn, eventually helping develop and execute social media content for Snapchat and TikTok.

For the right collaborative person, this position offers the opportunity for quick, exponential growth into new roles as you accomplish projects and our studio expands.

What You Will Do

Content Planning & Publishing: Develop and maintain a social media content calendar. Write, schedule, and publish content across MCAA’s Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn accounts.

Network Promotion: Collaborate with the Cinematographer, Editor, and broader team to promote MASONRY STRONG Network programming through clips, graphics, captions, and coordinated campaigns.

Short-Form Content Creation: Create and edit short-form videos and other social media content, adapting material to the style and audience of each platform.

Audience Engagement: Monitor and respond to comments and messages, encourage conversation, and share relevant audience feedback with the team.

Paid Social Advertising: Develop, execute, and monitor paid social campaigns alongside organic content efforts.

Performance & Trends: Track content and campaign performance, share results, and use audience insights and relevant social media trends to improve future content.

Future Platform Development: Eventually help develop and execute social media content for Snapchat and TikTok.

What You Bring

Platform Knowledge: A working understanding of Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn, with an interest in helping develop MCAA’s presence on Snapchat and TikTok.

Writing & Content Skills: Strong written communication skills and the ability to adapt content for different platforms and audiences.

Short-Form Editing: Experience creating and editing content in CapCut or similar tools is a plus. Proficiency in professional video-editing suites is not required.

Advertising & Analytics: Familiarity with paid social advertising and social media performance metrics.

Organization: The ability to manage a content calendar, coordinate with teammates, and keep publishing schedules on track.

Education: Formal education in marketing, communications, or a related field is preferred, not required.

Team Mindset: A collaborative spirit and the ability to work well in a small, fast-moving shop.

Benefits

Medical and dental benefits, paid time off, paid sick leave, and a 401(k) match.

How to Apply

Submit your résumé and cover letter through Handshake.

U.S. work authorization is required. This position is open to candidates with Curricular Practical Training (CPT) or Optional Practical Training (OPT) authorization.