We're looking for a social editor to help manage the Strategist's social accounts. This person will work across social platforms to develop ideas, create written and video content, manage tentpole events across platforms, and represent the brand in a way that feels fresh, culturally aware, and unmistakably us.You should be able to flawlessly write a caption, film and edit green-screen takes of a news post for Tik Tok, ideate social-only rubrics with our team of writers, as well as asking talent questions for social video.
WHAT YOU'LL DO- Work directly with the Senior Editor on any social and audience needs across social platforms. Responsible for both creating content and posting across social platforms.
- Develop, film and edit quick-turn videos and recurring franchises across TikTok, Instagram, and other platforms.
- Track shopping trends, pitch creative concepts, and help evolve our tone and social identity.
- Write and produce smart, engaging copy and visuals that reflect The Strategist's distinctive tone and perspective.
- Collaborate with editorial, art, and social teams on rollout plans for major packages, covers, and sales events.
- Identify and track emerging trends, memes, and conversations across the shopping space.
- Help build and refine strategies to grow engagement and reach across new and existing platforms.
- Be proactive in pitching ideas, testing formats, and finding new ways to make The Strategist's stories travel.
WHO YOU ARE- A shopping obsessive with a deep passion for service journalism - you're a compulsive noticer with an eagle eye for detail
- Chronically online with a finger on the pulse of trends, influencers, and relevant voices in the shopping space
- Strong, engaging writing voice. Willingness to appear on camera is a plus.
- Prior experience growing an audience
- Experience making and editing social content across multiple platforms
- Flexible, fast, and collaborative - equally comfortable ideating and executing
- Strong understanding of the Strategist sensibility, tone, and audience
- Strong understanding of analytics and social media trends across platforms
- Confidence in generating ideas
- Experience writing engaging headlines and teasers
- Proficiency in Adobe Suite and Figma or other design platforms.
WHERE YOU'LL WORKThis job is based in New York, NY.
WHAT WE OFFERThis is a permanent, full-time position. This job is benefits-eligible. We pride ourselves in providing comprehensive benefits to support all of our employees wherever they are in life. You can find more information about our benefits here.
This position is covered by the collective bargaining agreement between the Company and The NewsGuild of New York, CWA Local 31003, AFL-CIO.PAY TRANSPARENCY The salary range listed below represents the minimum and maximum base pay for this position at the time of this posting. Final salary offered to the candidate selected for the position will be based on factors including but not limited to the candidate's skills and experience.
Pay Range
$79,560-$85,000 USD
