WhatsInDemand / roles
Social Media Manager
What 146 fast-growing companies ask for — updated October 2026
Across 328 active Social Media Manager postings, Media is the most-requested skill — in 70% of listings, ahead of Collaboration and TikTok. 146 companies are hiring right now, led by WPP Media. 29% of Social Media Manager roles now call for AI skills, and 12% are remote.
328active postings
29%ask for AI skills
12%remote
146companies hiring
Most-demanded skills
| Skill | % of postings | |
|---|---|---|
| Media | 70% | |
| Collaboration | 42% | |
| TikTok | 39% | |
| Communication | 38% | |
| Artificial Intelligence | 27% | |
| Creativity | 24% | |
| Flexibility | 20% | |
| Organization | 16% | |
| Attention to Detail | 15% | |
| Thought Leadership | 14% | |
| Mental Health | 12% | |
| Digital Marketing | 12% |
Top employers hiring now
| Company | Open roles |
|---|---|
| WPP Media | 55 |
| Omnicom Media | 17 |
| VML | 16 |
| Monks | 10 |
| DEPT® | 10 |
| PMG | 8 |