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Social Media Intern For Growing Startup

New York, NY · On-site

$16.50 - $21/hr

... valuable startup experience with veteran mentors. Tasks: Source and create engaging, entertaining content for our communities Manage tracking and performance metrics for numerous social media ...

GONG!

Social Media Intern For Growing Startup

New York, NY · On-site

$16.50 - $21/hr

... valuable startup experience with veteran mentors. Tasks: Source and create engaging, entertaining content for our communities Manage tracking and performance metrics for numerous social media ...

CulinaryLocal

Social Media Manager Internship

Atlanta, GA · On-site

$14.50 - $18.50/hr

THIS IS AN UNPAID INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITY WITH A FAST GROWING STARTUP. ONLY SERIOUS NEED APPLY CulinaryLocal is looking for talented and self driven individuals to manage our social media strategy. We ...

CulinaryLocal

Social Media Manager Internship

Atlanta, GA · On-site

$14.50 - $18.50/hr

THIS IS AN UNPAID INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITY WITH A FAST GROWING STARTUP. ONLY SERIOUS NEED APPLY ** CulinaryLocal is looking for talented and self driven individuals to manage our social media strategy.

InOnIt LLC

Social media marketing intern

New York, NY · Remote

$16.50 - $21/hr

Social media marketing intern About InOnIt InOnIt is a startup on a mission to make great experiences more accessible. We're building a platform that helps people discover the best deals and ...

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CulinaryLocal

Social Media Manager Internship

Atlanta, GA · On-site

$14.50 - $18.50/hr

THIS IS AN UNPAID INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITY WITH A FAST GROWING STARTUP. ONLY SERIOUS NEED APPLY ** CulinaryLocal is looking for talented and self driven individuals to manage our social media strategy.

Stealth Social Media Startup

IT Manager

San Jose, CA · On-site

$111K - $136K/yr

Stealth Social Media Startup is a well-funded company focused on rebuilding cybersecurity with an AI-powered platform. They are seeking an IT Manager to lead technical delivery, collaborate with ...

Joyloop Foods

Social Media Itern

San Mateo, CA

We are food startup based in San Francisco and are looking for an awesome intern to help manage our social media strategy. Qualifications What's in it for you? * The hours are flexible and you can ...

Joyloop Foods

Social Media Itern

San Mateo, CA · On-site

We are food startup based in San Francisco and are looking for an awesome intern to help manage our social media strategy. Qualifications What's in it for you? * The hours are flexible and you can ...

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Social Media Manager

New York, NY

... startup environment is a plus Qualifications 1. Learn about and enhance Genesis Healthcare System Social Media Strategy 2. Research and aggregate relevant content and schedule social media ...

Pavago

Social Media Manager

Atlanta, GA · Remote

Background in startup or fast-growing business environments Key Success Metrics: * Engagement ... social media, digital marketing, and brand strategy Ready to help build a high-performing social ...

Pavago

Social Media Manager

Atlanta, GA · Remote

... startup or fast-growing business environments Key Success Metrics: Engagement growth across social ... media presence that drives engagement and growth? Apply now with examples of social accounts ...

Sharing Excess

Social Media Manager

Philadelphia, PA · On-site

Social Media Manager Sharing Excess | Part-Time, Philadelphia / Reasonable Commuting Distance to ... What started as a student startup now operates across the country, distributing millions of pounds ...

Pavago

Social Media Manager

Atlanta, GA · On-site +1

... startup or fast-growing business environments Key Success Metrics: • Engagement growth across ... social media, digital marketing, and brand strategy Ready to help build a high-performing social ...

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As of Aug 18, 2026, the average hourly pay for social media startup in the United States is $22.94, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $20.19 and $24.04 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a social media startup?

A social media startup is a newly established company that creates and develops online platforms or applications to facilitate social interaction, content sharing, and community building among users. These startups often focus on innovative features or unique approaches to how people connect and communicate online. Their primary goal is to grow a user base, engage audiences, and often monetize through advertising, premium services, or partnerships. Social media startups can range from messaging apps to niche community platforms, and they play a significant role in shaping digital trends and online culture.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive at a social media startup, and why are they important?

To thrive at a social media startup, you need a solid understanding of digital marketing, content creation, analytics, and an entrepreneurial mindset, often backed by experience or a relevant degree. Familiarity with platforms like Meta Business Suite, Hootsuite, Google Analytics, and graphic design tools (such as Canva or Adobe Creative Suite) is typically required. Creativity, adaptability, problem-solving, and strong communication skills help individuals stand out in the fast-paced, ever-evolving startup environment. These skills are crucial for driving brand growth, engaging target audiences, and successfully navigating rapid changes common in startup culture.

What are some common challenges faced when managing social media for a startup compared to an established company?

Managing social media for a startup often means working with limited resources, smaller teams, and less brand recognition than established companies. You may need to wear multiple hats, including content creation, analytics, and customer engagement, often with a smaller budget. Startups also require agility and creativity to build a loyal following from scratch and to quickly adapt strategies based on real-time feedback. Collaboration with marketing, product, and leadership teams is typically more direct and frequent, making strong communication skills essential.
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Social Media Content Creator

AP on AP Media

Brooklyn, NY • On-site, Remote

Part-time

Re-posted 12 days ago

Job description

Company Description
AP on AP's mission is to lead APIDA conversations & empower a complex intersectional community. We are committed to keeping Asian Americans informed on how current events affect them through storytelling. This team produces well-researched podcasts and articles on the US issues that affect the Asian American community. We cover politics, race, gender, entertainment, and more. AP on AP was founded on the need for deep, explanatory journalism in the APIDA space.
Job Description
This is a part-time voluntary remote position with equity at an early-stage startup.
AP on AP's mission is to lead Asian American conversations & empower a complex intersectional community. We are committed to keeping Asian Americans informed on how current events affect them through storytelling.
We are looking for a team member who has an entrepreneurial spirit and is passionate about building inclusive work cultures from the ground up. They'll be working closely with our Creative Director and Social team to own and run all social channels of a non-traditional news media organization that centers Asian Americans. This is an opportunity to join a founding team at the very early startup stages.
AP on AP is a bootstrapped news media startup that has not undergone seed round funding yet. We are in the prototyping stages of our first product - an Asian American weekly news podcast called At the Moment. This position will be voluntary and completely remote for 10 hours/week, up until the first round of funding is complete. Compensation will be equity-based for the time being.
Responsibilities:
  • Work and communicate directly with the Creative Director to ensure quality content that aligns with AP on AP's mission and values
  • Create original or repost content that mobilizes our community, e.g. sharing educational resources, action items, and more on a weekly basis
  • Engage the community by responding to comments and messages, creating interactive post ideas, and establish AP on AP as a discussion leader in Asian American topics/issues across social platforms
  • Research, fact check, and cite all original content
  • Assist the marketing team with social media analytics
  • Assist the Community Director with social media engagement
  • Maintain confidentiality and privacy of employee sensitive and company sensitive data
  • Stay up to date with latest social media best practices and technologies to keep AP on AP Media ahead of the curve

Qualifications
Requirements:
  • Can work remotely with access to wifi
  • 10 hours/week commitment
  • Ability to work nights and weekends
  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience
  • Experience creating content for Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter

Who you are:
  • Majored in creative writing, journalism, marketing, or has 1 year of relevant experience.
  • Proficient in G Suite
  • Can communicate and problem solve well remotely
  • Passionate about news, social justice, Asian American issues/history, and politics
  • Ability to work independently and handle multiple projects simultaneously
  • Entrepreneurially spirited
  • Scrappy, can-do attitude
  • Comfortable with non-traditional business frameworks

This description may not encompass all required tasks, responsibilities, or duties.
Additional Information
AP on AP Media is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may reach out on our website www.aponapmedia.com.

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