THE SMILING TREE TEAM

We're a small team of doers and dreamers who handcraft our products from start to finish on our 13 acre homestead in rural southwestern Minnesota. 

We're driven by an appreciation for meaningful handmade gifts, a love of Mother Earth and sustainable living, and the simple joys of life through the eyes of children. And we believe that childhood is more about creative learning and experiences through play and less about all. the. stuff. 

Our team is a combination of on-site employees who create, engrave, and ship our products and remote contractors specializing in marketing, sales, and design.

We're growing, and we invite introductory hellos from like-minded creatives. We welcome self-starters, optimists, organizational wizards, craftsmen, and designers looking for a fast-paced, casual, and fun work environment. A willingness to learn and tackle challenges is a must.

Current Job Openings

Social Media Manager (Part Time, Contractor)

We're hiring! Smiling Tree Toys is searching for a part-time Social Media Manager to join our tight-knit team.

This is the ideal role for you if:

• You spend a lot of time on social media, and you LOVE IT! No shame. You know what content works best on each platform and are excited to create content.
• You are passionate about engaging with online communities and understand the value it brings to a brand’s marketing strategy.
• You have top-notch written and verbal communication skills, with excellent grammar.
• Your copywriting is fun and creative, while adhering to brand’s tone-of-voice.
• You have a high attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
• You are always up-to-date with the latest social media trends, tools, and best practices.
• You are committed to the environment and passionate about sustainable and simple living

This opportunity is perfect for a creative, organized parent of young children looking for a flexible work-from-home position.

No prior experience in social media management?
No problem! If you're tech-savvy, creative, and eager to learn, we'd love to hear from you.

Experience + Requirements:

1. Personally active on and familiar with Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, and YouTube.
2. Excellent written and oral communication skills.
3. Able to develop and carry out social content schedules and plans based on content calendar.
4. Based in the USA.
5. (Preferred, but not required)Previous experience managing business social media accounts.
6. (Preferred, but not required) Able to be on-site at Smiling Tree Toys (Lamberton, MN) 1-2 times per month.

Responsibilities:

1. Craft, schedule, and post engaging content across our social media accounts (Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube) that resonates with our target audience of parents and caregivers

1. (Preferred, but not required) Create behind-the-scenes content on-site at Smiling Tree Toys' woodshop near Lamberton, Minnesota.

2. Manage daily social media activities, including responding to comments and messages in a timely manner
3. Act as the main point of contact to our online communities, creating a positive and engaging online presence
4. Collaborate with our internal team to create content that reflects our brand values and mission
5. Source and manage influencers for collaborations
6. Monitor trends, feedback, and analytics to optimize our social media presence and maximize opportunities for engagement
7. Meet monthly with Marketing Director

Hours and Pay:

1. Approximately 4-7 hours per week (additional hours may be available depending on your skill set).
2. Pay based on experience and quality of work.

Why Smiling Tree Toys?

• Flexible hours that work around your family schedule
• The opportunity to be part of a supportive, family-focused company
• A chance to contribute to a brand that values sustainability and quality

Ready to join us?

Apply today and help us spread the joy of Smiling Tree Toys to families everywhere! Please email Brittany at brittany@smilingtreetoys.com telling us why you feel you are qualified for this opportunity (2-3 bullet points, including your strengths, skills, and any other details that are relevant to this role). Feel free to include your portfolio, resume, writing samples, links to social media accounts, and any other information you’d like to include.