Role Overview
The Drop Times is hiring a entry-level Social Media Manager. This is a full-time role in Kerala. Part of The Drop Times's Social Media hiring. Full responsibilities, required qualifications, and the apply link are listed in the description below.
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Job Description
About the job:
The Drop Times is looking for a Social Media Manager (01 year experience) to help grow and engage our global audience across technology and open-source communities.
This role is ideal for someone who understands digital conversations, enjoys building communities, and can create platform-specific strategies that increase reach, engagement, and visibility.
About The Drop Times
The Drop Times is a global media platform covering Drupal, open-source technologies, AI, digital transformation, community initiatives, and ecosystem developments worldwide.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute social media strategies aligned with editorial and audience growth goals
- Manage and grow The Drop Times presence across LinkedIn, X, Facebook, Instagram, YouTube
- Create engaging captions, post formats, and publishing plans tailored to each platform
- Mobilise and engage online communities through discussions, comments, reposts, and outreach
- Promote news stories, interviews, podcasts, events, and feature content
- Track engagement metrics and identify opportunities to improve performance and reach
- Coordinate with editorial and design teams on campaigns and content schedules
- Create social creatives, posters, thumbnails, and promotional assets using Canva
- Apply strong visual communication principles, including spacing, alignment, typography hierarchy, readability, and accessibility in social media designs
- Stay updated on platform trends, audience behaviour, and emerging digital communication practices
Requirements
- 01 year of experience in social media, digital marketing, communications, journalism, or related fields
- Strong understanding of LinkedIn and professional audience engagement
- Familiarity with X, Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube content workflows
- Ability to write clear, engaging, and platform-specific social copy
- Ability to design clean, visually balanced, and accessible social media creatives using Canva
- Understanding of layout composition, spacing, alignment, readability, and accessibility principles in digital content
- Strong communication and organisational skills
- Interest in technology, open-source communities, AI, or digital media is preferred
Preferred Skills
- Understanding of social media analytics and reporting
- Experience with content scheduling tools and editorial calendars
- Familiarity with Drupal or open-source ecosystems is a plus
Why Join Us?
- Work with a globally recognised open-source media platform
- Gain exposure to international technology and Drupal communities
- Flexible and collaborative work environment
- Opportunity to grow in digital publishing and community engagement
Who can apply:
Only those candidates can apply who:
- have minimum 1 years of experience
Salary:
Competitive salary
Experience
1 year(s)
Deadline:
2035-01-01 00:00:00
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I apply for the Social Media Manager position at The Drop Times?
Use the Apply button above to submit your application directly to The Drop Times. Most applications take less than 5 minutes if your resume and contact details are ready, and you'll be routed to the employer's official application system to finish.
Where is the Social Media Manager position at The Drop Times located?
This position is based in Kerala. The Drop Times has not indicated remote or hybrid options for this role, so candidates should plan for on-site work.
What does a Social Media Manager at The Drop Times earn?
The Drop Times has not disclosed a salary range in this posting. Many employers share specifics later in the interview process; you can also ask during a recruiter screen if compensation transparency is important to you.
When was the Social Media Manager role at The Drop Times posted?
This role was posted on May 12, 2026 (35 days ago). It's still listed as actively hiring; we re-confirm openings against the source system multiple times per day and remove closed roles.
Is the Social Media Manager role at The Drop Times entry-level?
Yes. This is an entry-level position. Strong candidates typically have 0-2 years of relevant work experience, internships, or significant project work. Read the full description for any specific qualification requirements The Drop Times has listed.
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