Social Manager (Social Publishing)

Company: VML
Location: Schiller Park
Posted on: January 27, 2026

Job Description:

About VML VML is a leading creative company that combines brand experience, customer experience, and commerce, creating connected brands to drive growth. VML is celebrated for its innovative and human first, award-winning work for blue chip client partners including AstraZeneca, Colgate-Palmolive, Dell, Ford, Microsoft, Nestlé, The Coca-Cola Company, and Wendys. The agency is recognized by the Forrester Wave™ Reports, as a Leader among Marketing Creative and Content Service Providers, Commerce Services, Global Digital Experience Services, Global Marketing Services and, most recently, Marketing Measurement & Optimization. In addition, VML’s specialist health network, VML Health, is one of the world’s largest and most awarded health agencies. VML’s global network is powered by 26,000 talented people across 55 markets, with principal offices in Kansas City, New York, Detroit, London, São Paulo, Shanghai, Singapore, and Sydney. Who we are looking for: Were seeking a Manager, Social Publishing to join VMLs large and growing social marketing team. This individual will be working on a large technology client consumer brand portfolio and joining a team of social media strategists and community managers. Youre an organized, detail-oriented campaign orchestrator who loves learning the ins and outs of tools, technology and processes. Youll help us plan, coordinate and execute a brands social content and programs. What you’ll do: Organize, QA, configure, tag and schedule social media content for publishing, ensuring compliance with channel specs, legal and regulatory guidelines Create and manage social media content calendars in partnership with social strategist Execute social media campaigns, including user-generated content (UGC), influencer programs and real-time activations Publish content across various social media platforms Assist in conversation themes/trends spotted in the community/comments section Who you are: 1-3 years experience in social media marketing or community management, agency experience preferred Understanding of social platforms including how they work and how consumers use them Experience working with Sprinklr is a must Collaborative, detail oriented, and great problem solver What we offer: Passionate, driven people | We champion a culture of people that do extraordinary work. Consciously cultivated culture | We aim to embody the behaviors to build an inclusive community that is in it together, bringing both positivity and active listening into the workplace as we simultaneously strive to empower creative bravery. Competitive benefits | What we offer full time hires ranges from the full spectrum of group health coverage options (medical, dental, vision) to a generous 401k match (100% dollar-for-dollar match, up to 5% of salary contribution), and a variety of paid time off offerings that reflect our investment in all aspects of your overall life balance and wellness. Growth-minded opportunities | We aim to nurture a culture of real-time feedback, growth-oriented mindset, and plenty of training opportunities through VML and WPP, so you can continue to grow personally and professionally. The base salary range for this position at the time of this posting is indicated below. Individual compensation varies based on job-related factors, including location, business needs, level of responsibility, experience, and qualifications. We offer a competitive benefits package $45,000—$90,000 USD We believe the best work happens when were together, fostering creativity, collaboration, and connection. Thats why we’ve adopted a hybrid approach, with teams in the office an average of four days a week. If you require accommodations or flexibility, please discuss this with the hiring team during the interview process. WPP (VML) is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without discrimination or regard to characteristics. We are committed to fostering a culture of respect in which everyone feels they belong and has the same opportunities to progress in their careers.

Keywords: VML, DeKalb , Social Manager (Social Publishing), PR / Public Relations , Schiller Park, Illinois