Social Media Marketing (SMM) Manager

Full time job in Almaty city

English skills at Intermediate level or higher are required.

Who are we?
BAL is an international, digital-minded creative agency, with offices in London, Istanbul and Almaty.

What do we do?

We work with global and local brands and aim to be their best partner in;

CREATIVITY & DESIGN: We design and develop engaging, clutter breaking campaign ideas. We create insightful and relevant pieces of content for target audience.

EXECUTION & EXPERIENCE: We bring ideas into life. We create end-to-end experiences across all touchpoints of the customer journey and build communities around brands.

TECHNOLOGY & INNOVATION: We use the most up-to-date innovation and marketing technologies. We take brands into Web 3.0 with AR/VR, NFT, Blockchain and Metaverse projects.

STRATEGY & CONSULTANCY: We put business thinking into what we do. We help brands explore possibilities from consumer understanding to innovation, from new business development to brand partnerships.

We are looking for:

A social media manager with proven experience of working with major brands.

Key Responsibilities:

• Strategy Development: Create and implement comprehensive social media strategies that align with clients’ brands and business goals.

• Content Management: Develop, curate, and schedule engaging content (posts, images, videos, etc.) across all relevant social platforms.

• Community Engagement: Build and maintain active online communities by responding to comments, messages, and fostering meaningful interactions.

• Campaign Execution: Plan and manage social media campaigns, promotions, and contests to drive brand awareness and customer engagement.

Influencer Collaboration: Identify and engage with key influencers and brand ambassadors to expand our reach and amplify our message.

• Analytics & Reporting: Monitor social media metrics, analyze performance data, and adjust strategies to optimize results.

• Collaboration: Work closely with the marketing team, graphic designers, and content creators to ensure cohesive brand messaging.

Requirements:

• Proven experience as a Social Media Manager or in a similar role more than 3 years

• Deep understanding of major social media platforms (Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, YouTube, etc.) and current digital marketing trends.

• Strong creative and copywriting skills with the ability to create compelling content.

• Proficiency in social media management tools (e.g., Hootsuite, Buffer) and analytics platforms (livedune)

• Excellent communication and organizational skills.

• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, or a related field.

• • Excellent command of English, native in Russian, knowledge of the Kazakh language will be a plus

Preferred Skills:

• Experience with paid social advertising and budget management.

• Familiarity with graphic design tools (e.g., Adobe Creative Suite, Canva).

• Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

• Developed critical thinking;
  • •Ability to present and defend your ideas;
  • •Ability to plan and organize information;
  • •High learning ability, activity and curiosity

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary

• Flexible working hours and remote work opportunities.

• Professional development and growth opportunities.

• Being part of a global, multinational team.