About the Role & What You'll Do
We are seeking a Social Media Manager to lead and execute our social strategy across platforms. This role will be responsible for content creation, publishing, growth strategy, analytics, and audience engagement. The ideal candidate understands the college sports landscape, has strong instincts for what performs on social media, and can operate in a fast-paced, real-time environment.
Key Responsibilities
Manage and operate all Irish Tribune social media accounts (Instagram, Twitter/X, TikTok, Facebook)
Create and publish engaging content, including graphics, captions, short-form video, and breaking news posts
Develop and execute growth strategies to increase followers, impressions, and engagement
Monitor trends, news, and conversations around Notre Dame athletics and college sports
Collaborate with writers, editors, and leadership to promote content and align messaging to optimize content strategy
Engage with the audience through comments, DMs, and community interactions
Maintain brand voice and consistency across all platforms
Track and analyze performance metrics
Skills, Knowledge & Experience
Qualifications
Experience managing social media accounts (sports experience preferred)
Strong understanding of Instagram, Twitter/X, and TikTok algorithms and trends
Ability to create compelling content quickly, especially during live events
Basic graphic design and/or video editing skills (Canva, Photoshop, CapCut, etc.)
Strong communication and organizational skills
Knowledge of Notre Dame athletics is highly preferred
Preferred Traits
Creative thinker with strong instincts for viral content
Detail-oriented and reliable
Comfortable working evenings, weekends, and during live games
Passion for sports media and storytelling
About The Irish Tribune
The Irish Tribune is an independent sports media company covering Notre Dame athletics with a modern, digital-first approach. We focus on delivering timely news, insider recruiting intel, in-depth analysis, and engaging content across social media and our platform, Tribune+.
Built for today’s sports fan, The Irish Tribune prioritizes speed, accuracy, and storytelling—meeting audiences where they are through platforms like Instagram, Twitter/X, and TikTok. Our team operates in a fast-paced environment, covering breaking news, live games, and the day-to-day pulse of Notre Dame athletics.
As we continue to grow, our mission is to become a leading voice in Notre Dame coverage while building a loyal and engaged community of fans.