Social Media Editor, PEOPLE

Job Description

The Social Media Editor helps run a variety of platforms and manages social media priorities 5 days a week. They sit in the newsroom and work closely with edit, video, PR, and other stakeholders to help distribute content and help serve our different audiences.They will also assist with occasional insights and analytics.

Essential Job Functions | Accountabilities, Actions and Expected Measurable Results

50% - Run social accounts including Facebook, Instagram and Twitter; Communicate with editorial team and newsroom to help prioritize daily content; Provide guidance on trending items across social, search, and other sources
20% - Brainstorm, workshop, and execute different social content ideas and activations — video series, campaigns, memes, etc.
15% - Collaborate with editorial teams to execute social activations around awards shows, tentpole events, and breaking news; Help with data pulls and analyze key metrics; Deploy news alerts and newsletters; execute sales asks
15% - Attend events for live social coverage, Instagram Stories, and more; Organize social takeovers and partnerships

Minimum Qualifications and Job Requirements | All must be met to be considered.

Education:

Bachelor’s degree in Journalism or related field or equivalent training and/or experience.

Experience:

1-3 years of related experience working in a fast-paced, creative environment or media brand

Specific Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

- Savvy with social media — an avid user and observer of industry trends
- Strong news judgment
- Familiarity with the PEOPLE brand, particularly on social
- Understanding of SEO basic principles
- Experience with social analytics and reporting
- Impeccable writing skills and attention to detail
- Availability to work during special events, broadcasts, award shows

% Travel Required (Approximate) : 0%

Location: Remote OR New York, NY
Hours: 6 a.m. - 2 p.m. EST
Pay rate: $35/hour, 40 hours per week

This is a three-month assignment with the potential to be extended.