Social Lead, Anime & Fandom

Social Lead, Anime & Fandom at hi5.agency is responsible for collaborating with our internal team and external client partners to action on the strategic social vision for an anime streaming platform, leading its execution across owned channels. This person lives and breathes anime culture; deeply embedded in the fandom and the surrounding ecosystems that shape it, from isekai and slice-of-life to the wider world of seasonal streaming and manga. They are also Extremely Online.

hi5.agency is a Los Angeles born + raised creative agency. We take a social-first approach at the intersection of experience and culture. An ego-free and inclusive environment that offers award-winning services across Strategy, Social, Creative, Experiential, and Production. We take the work seriously, not ourselves.

Responsibilities:

• Be immersed in anime culture and its subcultures, identifying trends and conversations shaping the fandom both online and IRL
• Concept, write copy for, and publish social content on a weekly basis across a rotating slate of streaming titles, ensuring each post resonates with its audience
• Execute social media campaigns with minimal oversight, including publishing, asset management, and client engagement
• Craft sharp, platform-native copy that captures each show's voice and the fandom's energy
• Show up to internal and external calls with a POV on what works best for social, jumping in with thoughtful recommendations and a helpful attitude
• Be knowledgeable of social platform best practices, new platform features or changes, and digital trends as it relates to our projects or client's needs
• Manage social accounts, ensuring that concepts, copy, and creative imagery are aligned with the overarching strategic approach and authentically resonate with audiences
• Partner with clients directly and occasionally over the weekend to support social activations and channel moderation around key moments like episode livestreams and award shows
• Extrapolate insights and key learnings from live content that can pivot creative strategies/concepts in real-time
• Collaborate with Strategy, Creative, and Production Leads to ensure deliverables are presented on time and are aligned with client expectations
• Continually look for ways to push hi5.agency forward, improving our work output and processes
• Promote a culture of innovation and collaboration while adhering to agency process
• Always be punctual and effectively manage your time while communicating proactively
• Be kind and respectful endlessly

Qualifications, Skills, and Experience:

• 3+ years in entertainment / fandom / lifestyle creative + social media advertising or equal time on a Strategy/Social team with proven success on global campaigns and building communities
• A strong concepting and copywriting portfolio, with the ability to ideate high-quality content on a fast weekly cadence
• Analytical skills and research experience
• Receive constructive criticism with grace and implement change proactively
• Strong presentation skills, with a background in public speaking and/or presenting
• Experience managing social accounts for global brands
• Experience with publishing and content management tools
• Exceptional written communication skills with flawless spelling and grammar
• Ability to excel in a fast-paced environment driven to produce world-class results
• In possession of an ego-free personality that can work with a highly motivated team to get shit done
• Excellent organizational and communication skills
• Experience with anime is a must. We promise we won't judge your current watchlist.