Social media job openings and new hires at Visa, WellPoint, USAA, and more

As a preview for this week’s issue of SocialMedia.org’s Big List, check out some of our favorite career opportunities and new hires we’ll be featuring:

Careers: Job Openings

• Visa is looking for a Social Media Analyst who will be responsible for driving new ways to use metrics, monitoring, and insight. >> Taleo.net
• WellPoint is hiring a Director of Marketing Account Management who will be responsible for leading digital strategy for their brands’ sites, social media, and mobile properties. >> Mashable Jobs
• USAA is looking for a Talent Sourcing/Recruiting Social Media Program Manager who can drive talent supply planning and recruitment for potential candidates. >> TheLadders
• Emerson needs a Social Media Community Manager to actively monitor their social media community. >> Glassdoor
• EA is hiring an Associate Social Media Analyst to define and track social media metrics across multiple campaigns. >> EA Careers

Careers: New Hires

• Kate Rados has joined Random House as their new Director of Community Development at Crown Publishing Group. >> Twitter
• Sylvan Learning Center has welcomed Sears Holdings former Chief Digital Engagement Officer Julia Fitzgerald as their new Chief Marketing Officer. >> LinkedIn
• Mindshare has welcomed Meg O’Brien as their new Director of Social Strategy on Unilever of North America’s account. >> MediaPost
• IFC has promoted Colin Moore as their new VP of Digital Media and Alternative Content. >> Media Life Magazine