Community Management is never a boring job. Here are 7 reasons that justify why this role is indeed a unique profession.
- Community
The role itself is that of managing a community. A community means a set of people who share common interests or a sense of belonging. Each person in this community is unique and has something from which you can learn and grow every single day.
- Large scope of responsibility
While being in this role, you get to explore a plethora of responsibilities like managing a developer community, program management, writing technical documentation, conducting hackathons, research, open-source, and many other things.
- Tech Role
Yes! Community Management is a tech role. And a high-paying one for that matter. For those developers seeking a role where you can code and learn new tech skills, while also being a 'Manager' early in your career, this is the one for you.
- Cross-functional teamwork
Collaboration with PR, Sales, Marketing, Product, and Engineering teams is one of the core responsibilities of a Community Manager. Working with other teams helps you learn new things and shapes your perspective as a community manager better.
- Partnerships
While working as a Community Manager often you have to talk to different stakeholders with regard to hackathons or event sponsorship. Each partnership deal teaches something new and brings in a unique zeal of enthusiasm
- Conflict Resolution
Believe it or not, strategizing and executing ways to solve conflicts politely but firmly is a major part of the job description. It keeps you engaged and also helps you to become more understanding and wise.
- Travel
Not all Community Managers travel. But some do. Meeting your community and team at the place where they are, is one of the primary steps to building a strong community and closer relationships.
Over the last 11 months, I have been a Community Manager and these are my key takeaways. Of course, there are a lot more benefits and opportunities when you are in this role. It is just a matter of individual experiences and perspectives. Join the world of Devrel to explore these opportunities yourself!