Sr Specialist, Social Content Creator
Job Description
In addition to developing high-performing social content, this role partners closely with Social, Email, Creative, Category Marketing, and GTM teams to shape content strategy, refine execution, and optimize performance through analytics and insights. The Senior Specialist acts as a subject matter expert in social content trends, tools, and best practices while helping elevate the overall quality, consistency, and effectiveness of Tractor Supply Company’s social presence.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities (Min 5%)
Lead development of social-first content concepts that align with brand voice, seasonal priorities, and business objectives.
Provide day-to-day oversight, creative guidance, and mentorship to Social Content Creators (initially dotted-line, evolving to direct leadership as needed).
Review content prior to publication to ensure brand alignment, creative excellence, and performance optimization.
Develop and execute social content across platforms including TikTok, Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, Pinterest, and emerging channels.
Partner with analytics teams to interpret performance data and translate insights into actionable improvements in content strategy.
Contribute to content calendar planning and recommend adjustments based on trends, performance, and campaign priorities.
Create detailed shot lists and production plans to ensure efficient and effective on-location filming.
Lead smaller-scale productions independently while collaborating with larger cross-functional production efforts.
Oversee coordination with Store Managers, property owners, and internal stakeholders for content capturing logistics.
Serve as subject matter expert on emerging creator tools and platforms (YouTube Creator Studio, TikTok tools, CapCut, Canva Pro, Wyng, etc.) and recommend innovative applications.
Ensure proper tagging, digital asset management, and compliance documentation (model releases, team member permissions, etc.).
Concept, film, edit, and produce high-quality social video content including transitions, music, visual effects, and text overlays.
Present content performance summaries and recommendations to leadership and cross-functional stakeholders.
Required Qualifications
Experience: 4+ years of experience in social media content creation for a large brand or agency environment, with demonstrated ownership of content performance and campaign execution. Prior experience mentoring or guiding junior team members preferred.
Education: Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, or related field, or equivalent experience. Any combination of education and experience will be considered.
Professional Certifications:
Preferred knowledge, skills or abilities
Creative writer with exceptional storytelling skills and ability to develop TSC’s online brand identity and voice
Clear understanding of social performance metrics and KPIs with knowledge of analytics and reporting tools like Facebook Analytics and Google Analytics.
Proven ability to effectively lead multiple projects in a fast-paced, highly demanding environment.
