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System One

Social Media Specialist

Ewing Township, NJ · Remote

$35 - $40/hr

Contract Compensation: $35 - $40 per hour Work Model: Hybrid preferred (remote considered) Hours ... Ability to use data, research, experience, and intuition to understand social audiences and best ...

System One

Social Media Specialist

Ewing Township, NJ · Remote

$35 - $40/hr

Contract Compensation: $35 - $40 per hour Work Model: Hybrid preferred (remote considered) Hours ... Ability to use data, research, experience, and intuition to understand social audiences and best ...

System One

Social Media Specialist

Ewing Township, NJ · Remote

$35 - $40/hr

Contract Compensation: $35 - $40 per hour Work Model: Hybrid preferred (remote considered) Hours ... Ability to use data, research, experience, and intuition to understand social audiences and best ...

System One

Social Media Specialist

Ewing Township, NJ · Remote

$35 - $40/hr

Contract Compensation: $35 - $40 per hour Work Model: Hybrid preferred (remote considered) Hours ... Ability to use data, research, experience, and intuition to understand social audiences and best ...

System One

Social Media Specialist

Ewing Township, NJ · Remote

$35 - $40/hr

Contract Compensation: $35 - $40 per hour Work Model: Hybrid preferred (remote considered) Hours ... Ability to use data, research, experience, and intuition to understand social audiences and best ...

System One

Social Media Specialist

Ewing Township, NJ · Remote

$35 - $40/hr

Contract Compensation: $35 - $40 per hour Work Model: Hybrid preferred (remote considered) Hours ... Ability to use data, research, experience, and intuition to understand social audiences and best ...

System One

Social Media Specialist

Ewing Township, NJ · Remote

$35 - $40/hr

Contract Compensation: $35 - $40 per hour Work Model: Hybrid preferred (remote considered) Hours ... Ability to use data, research, experience, and intuition to understand social audiences and best ...

System One

Social Media Specialist

Ewing Township, NJ · Remote

$35 - $40/hr

Contract Compensation: $35 - $40 per hour Work Model: Hybrid preferred (remote considered) Hours ... Ability to use data, research, experience, and intuition to understand social audiences and best ...

System One

Social Media Specialist

Ewing Township, NJ · Remote

$35 - $40/hr

Contract Compensation: $35 - $40 per hour Work Model: Hybrid preferred (remote considered) Hours ... Ability to use data, research, experience, and intuition to understand social audiences and best ...

System One

Social Media Specialist

Ewing Township, NJ · Remote

$35 - $40/hr

Contract Compensation: $35 - $40 per hour Work Model: Hybrid preferred (remote considered) Hours ... Ability to use data, research, experience, and intuition to understand social audiences and best ...

System One

Social Media Specialist

Ewing Township, NJ · Remote

$35 - $40/hr

Contract Compensation: $35 - $40 per hour Work Model: Hybrid preferred (remote considered) Hours ... Ability to use data, research, experience, and intuition to understand social audiences and best ...

3 Day Blinds

Social Media Coordinator

Irvine, CA · On-site

Research audience preferences and stay current on emerging trends and platform algorithm changes ... Propose and track social media and influencer marketing costs against budget * Manage the ...

3 Day Blinds

Social Media Coordinator

Irvine, CA

Research audience preferences and stay current on emerging trends and platform algorithm changes ... Propose and track social media and influencer marketing costs against budget * Manage the ...

WTP Media

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SOCIAL MEDIA MANAGER

Grand Rapids, MI · On-site

$65K - $75K/yr

Audience and competitor research * Content repurposing * Reporting and analysis * Improving ... Professional experience managing social media accounts for businesses, brands, or clients

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How much do contract social media researcher jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 11, 2026, the average yearly pay for contract social media researcher in the United States is $94,507.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $65,000.00 and $118,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Contract Social Media Researcher vs Contract Social Media Manager?

AspectContract Social Media ResearcherContract Social Media Manager
Primary RoleConducts research on social media trends, audience insights, and competitor analysisDevelops, implements, and manages social media strategies and campaigns
Required SkillsData analysis, research methods, social media platforms knowledgeContent creation, campaign management, analytics interpretation
Work EnvironmentFreelance or project-based, often remoteFreelance or contract, often remote or client-site
Common UsageUsed by companies to gather insights and inform strategiesUsed to execute and oversee social media marketing efforts

While both roles involve social media, a Contract Social Media Researcher focuses on analyzing data and trends to inform strategies, whereas a Contract Social Media Manager handles the execution and management of social media campaigns. Understanding these differences helps employers and professionals choose the right role for their needs.

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Infographic showing various Contract Social Media Researcher job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 1% As Needed, 77% Full Time, 17% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 77% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 21% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $94,507 per year, or $45.4 per hour.

Social Media Operations Coordinator

Plano, TX • On-site

Login Consulting Services, Inc.
IT Services • 11 - 50 employees
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Posted 19 days ago

Job description

An International company, located in Plano, TX, is seeking a Social Media Operations Coordinator for a 6+ month contract role.
Description:
What we"re looking for:
oSeeking an ultra-organized, detail-oriented Contract Social Media Operations Coordinator to keep our fast-moving social machine running smoothly. This role sits at the intersection of production, corporate legal compliance, and strategy implementation.
oYou will support the Senior Social Media Strategist by managing production logistics for content shoots, routing creative through rigorous legal and product-accuracy reviews, and handling essential administrative tasks for both organic and paid campaigns
Requirements:
oOpen for Non-Local candidates.
o2-4 years of experience in agency or corporate social media coordination, project management, or ad production
oExperience dealing with strict corporate legal guidelines, asset compliance, or musical/talent rights management.
oExperience in social media management platforms, i.e

Sprinklr, * Brandwatch / Hootsuite
oMS Teams - 2 rounds.
What you"ll be doing:
Key Responsibilities:
oShoot & Event Coordination: Manage operational logistics for social content shoots and experiential activations (e.g., tracking production timelines, organizing crew schedules, managing talent/creator contracts, and handling on-site coordination as needed).
oLegal & Compliance Routing: Own the end-to-end internal review process. Route all social creative, captions, and influencer assets through Lexus legal, product specialists, and agency compliance partners to secure final sign-offs before publication.
oAsset Management: Organize incoming raw assets and finalized creative deliveries from agencies and creators; ensure all usage rights and talent expirations are meticulously tracked.
oAdmin & Scheduling: Maintain the master organic editorial calendar and assist the Senior Strategist with scheduling, asset hand-offs for paid media deployment, and managing agency build timelines.
Qualifications/ What you bring (Must Haves) - Highlight Top 3-5 skills
oFour-Year College Degree (BA or BS).
o2-4 years of experience in agency or corporate social media coordination, project management, or ad production.
oExceptional project management skills.
oStrong communication skills.
oExperience dealing with strict corporate legal guidelines, asset compliance, or musical/talent rights management.
oExperience in social media management platforms, i.e. Sprinklr.
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