Simplify Logo

Full-Time

Community Manager

Updated on 9/5/2024

Inkitt

Inkitt

51-200 employees

Reader-powered digital publishing platform

Data & Analytics
Consulting
Consumer Software
AI & Machine Learning

Compensation Overview

$70k - $85kAnnually

Mid

San Francisco, CA, USA

Category
PR & Communications
Copywriting Marketing
Growth & Marketing
Required Skills
Social Media
Marketing
Requirements
  • 3+ years of experience with social media and community management
  • A book lover at heart, with a deep understanding of the literary world and its trends
  • Experience with being creative, strategic, and analytical, when crafting compelling content and measuring its impact
  • Strong communication skills, empathy, and cultural sensitivity to connect with our diverse audience and to collaborate with cross-functional teams
Responsibilities
  • Cultivate a welcoming and active online community by moderating discussions, responding to user comments, and encouraging interaction among members across both our in-app and our social media platforms. Your goal is to create a space where readers feel safe, valued and engaged
  • Develop and execute a content strategy that includes writing wall posts, newsletters and social media content that resonate with our community's interests. You'll also curate and schedule multimedia content (videos, live Q&As, book reviews) that highlights trends, new releases, and community favorites
  • Organize virtual and potentially in-person events such as author interviews, book club meetings, and reading challenges to keep the community engaged and connected with our stories and with our authors.
  • Develop and execute strategies that build anticipation and spark conversations around our upcoming stories. You'll collaborate closely with our content and marketing teams, and with our authors, to make new publications on Galatea feel buzzworthy and exciting for our community.
  • Monitor engagement metrics and community feedback to understand what excites and motivates our users. Use these insights to refine community strategies and initiatives, ensuring continuous growth and engagement
  • Work closely with authors to forge close links between them and their fans in our community, and to make our authors champions of our community to the wider world. Help develop a sense of unique and exclusive connection between our authors and our subscribers.
  • Liaise with the product team to relay community feedback and champion reader perspective, to help shape future app features and improvements

Inkitt operates as a reader-powered publisher, offering a platform where readers can access a diverse range of books for free across various genres like fantasy, sci-fi, romance, and more. The platform allows readers to provide feedback to authors, influencing the development of stories. Authors can submit their works, which Inkitt evaluates based on reader engagement metrics such as reading time and feedback. This data-driven approach helps Inkitt identify promising stories for publishing deals, which may include distribution on its sister app, GALATEA. Unlike traditional publishers, Inkitt minimizes risk by focusing on stories that have already garnered reader interest. The company generates revenue through publishing deals, sharing profits with authors, and potentially from premium content offerings. Inkitt's goal is to connect readers with new literary talent while providing authors with a platform to showcase their work.

Company Stage

Series C

Total Funding

$117M

Headquarters

San Francisco, California

Founded

2014

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

2%

1 year growth

8%

2 year growth

14%
Simplify Jobs

Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Inkitt's recent $59M funding round and backing from top-tier investors like New Enterprise Associates and Kleiner Perkins signal strong financial health and growth potential.
  • The launch of GalateaTV opens new revenue streams and opportunities for multimedia adaptations of popular stories, expanding the company's market presence.
  • The Inkitt Author Subscription Program allows authors to monetize their content directly, providing a sustainable income model and fostering a loyal reader base.

What critics are saying

  • The reliance on AI and data-driven models may face challenges in accurately predicting market trends and reader preferences, potentially leading to missed opportunities.
  • The competitive landscape of digital publishing is intense, with established players like Amazon's Kindle Direct Publishing posing significant threats.

What makes Inkitt unique

  • Inkitt's reader-powered model leverages real-time engagement data to identify and publish high-potential stories, setting it apart from traditional publishers.
  • The integration of AI to analyze reader feedback and engagement metrics provides a data-driven approach to publishing, minimizing risk and maximizing success.
  • Inkitt's dual-platform strategy, including the GALATEA app and the newly launched GalateaTV, offers multiple distribution channels for authors, enhancing their reach and revenue potential.