Posted at: 5 June
Social Media and Marketing Specialist
Company
Blinkist
Blinkist is a Berlin-based B2C subscription service specializing in summarizing nonfiction books for personal and professional development, with a library of over 6,500 titles available in multiple languages.
Remote Hiring Policy:
Blinkist embraces a flexible, remote-friendly work culture, allowing team members to work from various locations, including the option to join the team in Berlin, Germany.
Job Type
Full-time
Allowed Applicant Locations
Germany
Job Description
Role Overview
This new and exciting role puts you at the forefront of our social media revolution, where you'll craft and shape Blinkist's unique digital identity through thumb-stopping creativity and buzz-worthy storytelling. You'll be the creative force behind our Instagram and TikTok presence, creating viral moments while building a community of curious minds and connecting with fresh audiences who could become our biggest fans.
About the Role
Primary Focus (70%): Organic Social Media Excellence
Drive organic growth and engagement on Instagram and TikTok platforms
Live and breathe Instagram / TikTok culture - from trending sounds to emerging formats, staying plugged into the platform's pulse 24/7
Develop and execute content strategies that shape the company's creative vision
Closely Monitor platform trends
Build high community engagement with innovative ideas and high frequency
Supporting Functions (30%): Creative Production & Marketing Support
Assist with AI-driven and manual asset production workflows using tools as Canva & Figma
Manage content uploading and platform optimization
Support cross-functional marketing projects and campaigns
Contribute to performance creative testing ideation
About You
Social Media Native
Deeply embedded in Instagram and TikTok culture with intuitive understanding of platform dynamics
Demonstrates genuine passion for social media as both consumer and creator
Stays current with emerging trends, viral content, and platform updates
Creative Innovator
Generates original, outside-the-box content regularly
Quickly adapts and builds upon viral trends from industry leaders
Strong design and messaging skills
Brings next level creativity and fresh perspective to social media strategy
Successfully translates organic content insights into performance marketing opportunities
Agile Content Producer
Comfortable with rapid content creation
Embodies "shoot first, perfect later" mentality for timely trend participation
Adapts quickly to new tools
Maintains high production velocity without sacrificing quality standards
Demonstrates executional excellence in supporting team objectives
Strategic Mindset
Pragmatic approach to decision making, comfortable with basic data analysis
Contributes innovative ideas that bridge creative and analytical thinking
Efficiently prioritizes tasks to maximize platform growth
Why Blinkist/Go1
Our unique culture of empowerment, mutual respect, and transparency has always been our defining characteristic. We support each other and carve out opportunities for every individual to develop and grow. We strongly believe that diversity powers innovation, thus we celebrate and support our differences, providing equal opportunities for employment and career growth. We embrace a flexible, remote-friendly way of working that supports different needs and lifestyles.
These are some of our most valued benefits:
30 PTO days + Wellbeing days + Learning days
Flexible approach to work
Monthly work-from-home or transport reimbursement
One time work from home office set up budget
Employee Stock Option Plan
Unlimited access to the Go1 Learning Hub and Blinkist app
Professional development fund
Volunteer leave to give back to the community
Family planning & parental leave, plus support for parents returning to work
Wellness initiatives and an Employee Assistance Program
If you choose to join our team in Berlin, you'll have access to our modern office space in Neukölln and enjoy healthy plant-based meals prepared fresh every day by our very own chef. 🥑