Associate, Social Media

Hi, we're Oscar. We're hiring an Associate, Social Media to join our Communications team.

Oscar is the first health insurance company built around a full stack technology platform and a focus on serving our members. We started Oscar in 2012 to create the kind of health insurance company we would want for ourselves—one that behaves like a doctor in the family.

About the role

As an Associate, Social Media, you will play a pivotal role in crafting and managing Oscar's narrative across various owned channels including website, blog, and social media. You will be responsible for developing high-quality, journalistic content, including long-form features and short-form visual and video content, to enhance Oscar's brand presence. You will manage the day-to-day operations of Oscar's social media presence on platforms such as LinkedIn, Instagram, and X, as well as explore emerging channels. This position will collaborate with cross-functional teams, including marketing, public relations, and product teams, to ensure consistency in messaging and alignment with brand standards.

You will report to the Associate Director, Owned Media.

Work Location:

Oscar is a blended work culture where everyone, regardless of work type or location, feels connected to their teammates, our culture and our mission.

If you live within commutable distance to our New York City office (in Hudson Square), our Tempe office (off the 101 at University Dr), or our Los Angeles office (in Marina Del Rey), you will be expected to come into the office at least two days each week. Otherwise, this is a remote / work-from-home role.

You must reside in one of the following states: Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, or Washington, D.C. Note, this list of states is subject to change. #LI-Remote

Pay Transparency:

The base pay for this role in the states of California, Connecticut, New Jersey, New York, and Washington is: $93,600 - $122,850 per year. The base pay for this role in all other locations is: $84,240- $110,565 per year. You are also eligible for employee benefits, participation in Oscar's unlimited vacation program and annual performance bonuses.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the development and implementation of communication plans and strategies to promote Oscar’s initiatives and lines of business.
• Create  high-quality, journalistic content,  including longform features and shortform visual and video content,  for various channels including blog, social media, and website.
• Oversee the day-to-day operations of Oscar's social media presence on platforms such as LinkedIn, Instagram, and X, while also identifying and cultivating opportunities on emerging channels to enhance Oscar's digital reach.
• Foster and maintain active engagement within Oscar's online communities by initiating and participating in conversations, responding to inquiries, and addressing concerns in a timely and professional manner.
• Partner with Oscar's Brand team to develop compelling visual assets that enhance storytelling and social media posts, ensuring consistency with brand standards.
• Stay informed about industry trends, best practices, and emerging technologies in social media and digital marketing; integrate new tools and platforms as appropriate.
• Compliance with all applicable laws and regulations.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Marketing, Public Relations, Journalism, or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience in communications, PR, social media management, or digital marketing.

Bonus Points

• Agency, in-house, healthcare (or other regulated industry)
• Public company experience preferred

Travel Required

• Up to 5%