Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Chess.com is hiring a Social Media Manager to lead the voice, content, and daily operations of its official Italian social media channels. The role develops and publishes content, engages the chess community, analyzes performance, and collaborates on campaigns to grow audience engagement and reach.

Responsibilities

• Manages the day-to-day operations of [Chess.com](http://chess.com)'s official Italian social media channels across various platforms (e.g., X/Twitter, Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, YouTube, etc.)
• Develops, produces, and publishes original, high-quality content that engages new and existing audiences
• Actively monitors and engages with conversations, trends, and key creators within the global chess community to ensure [Chess.com](http://chess.com)'s presence is timely, relevant, and authoritative
• Analyzes and reports social media performance data and audience insights to inform content strategy and optimize for engagement, reach, and growth
• Collaborates with marketing, content, and events teams to plan and execute social media campaigns that support company-wide initiatives
• Communicates with members seeking support or raising issues on social media
• Identifies emerging platforms across relevant countries, regions and languages, and pilots new content formats by anticipating algorithm shifts, leveraging new tools, and adapting to platform updates

Skills

• Fluency in Italian
• Knowledge of chess, including rules, notation, tournament culture, key figures
• Demonstrated ability to create timely, and highly engaging content (memes, viral videos) that aligns with internet culture and brand voice
• Proficiency with basic photo and video editing software (e.g., Adobe Creative Suite, Canva, CapCut)
• Deep understanding of content strategy, platform algorithms, and best practices for major social media platforms
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills suitable for a fully distributed, remote team environment
• A high sense of ownership, accountability, and a commitment to continuous learning
• Strong cultural awareness and sensitivity, with the ability to adapt content and messaging to Italian speaking communities while respecting cultural nuances
• A sense of humor
• Proven results by managing social media channels, preferably in the gaming, entertainment, or tech industry

Benefits

• 100% remote (work from anywhere!)

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