[Remote] Social Media Manager - Italian

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Chess.com is one of the largest gaming sites in the world and the #1 platform for playing, learning, and enjoying chess. They are seeking a Social Media Manager to manage their official Italian social media channels, develop content strategies, and engage with the global chess community.ResponsibilitiesManages the day-to-day operations of 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 audiencesActively monitors and engages with conversations, trends, and key creators within the global chess community to ensure Chess.com's presence is timely, relevant, and authoritativeAnalyzes and reports social media performance data and audience insights to inform content strategy and optimize for engagement, reach, and growthCollaborates with marketing, content, and events teams to plan and execute social media campaigns that support company-wide initiativesCommunicates with members seeking support or raising issues on social mediaIdentifies emerging platforms across relevant countries, regions and languages, and pilots new content formats by anticipating algorithm shifts, leveraging new tools, and adapting to platform updatesSkillsFluency in ItalianProven results by managing social media channels, preferably in the gaming, entertainment, or tech industryKnowledge of chess, including rules, notation, tournament culture, key figuresDemonstrated ability to create timely, and highly engaging content (memes, viral videos) that aligns with internet culture and brand voiceProficiency 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 platformsExcellent communication and collaboration skills suitable for a fully distributed, remote team environmentA high sense of ownership, accountability, and a commitment to continuous learningStrong cultural awareness and sensitivity, with the ability to adapt content and messaging to Italian speaking communities while respecting cultural nuancesA sense of humorThere is a slight preference for candidates in EMEA timezones for business alignment purposesBenefits100% remote (work from anywhere!)Company OverviewChess.com is an online community for chess players to learn and discuss strategy and play with others in real-time. It was founded in 2007, and is headquartered in Mountain View, California, USA, with a workforce of 501-1000 employees. Its website is http://www.chess.com.