Social Media Editor

Title: Part-Time Social Media Editor, California Post

Location: CA, USA

Job Description:

Part time

job requisition id

Job_Req_55005

Job Description :

We are looking for a Part-Time Social Media Editor to join our newsroom team at the California Post. The ideal candidate will be deeply engaged in the social landscape, skilled in video editing, fluent in emerging trends, and adept at producing compelling content that connects with a broad, news-driven audience.

Responsibilities:

• Package and publish content for California Post social media accounts across Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, X, Threads, and more.

• Create short-form vertical videos, memes, graphics, and other engagement-focused posts.

• Film, edit, and produce video content from live events, interviews, and in-house programming for social distribution, ensuring alignment with platform-specific best practices.

• Pitch and execute timely, newsworthy, and trending content ideas.

• Engage with audiences across California Post social channels, including moderating comments and facilitating meaningful interactions.

Requirements: 

• At least two years of professional experience managing social media for a news organization

• Proven experience in multimedia content creation and social publishing across digital platforms.

• Proficiency in video and photo editing tools such as Adobe Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro, Photoshop, and Canva, supported by a strong creative portfolio.

• Strong editorial judgment with excellent writing and copy-editing skills.

• Current knowledge of social media trends, best practices, and emerging platforms, with the agility to adapt strategies to drive engagement.

• Hands-on experience managing large social media accounts with measurable success in audience growth and engagement.

• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced newsroom, with strong multitasking and prioritization skills under tight deadlines.

• A passion for news, culture, and storytelling, with the creativity to translate those interests into compelling social content.

Note: The shift schedule for this role is Saturday and Sunday, 12pm-8pm PST. This role is eligible for remote work.

Please note that this is an engagement facilitated through a third-party vendor. While the role supports The New York Post, employment and payroll will be managed by the vendor.  

Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status or any other protected characteristic. 

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Base Pay Range: $25.00 - $35.00 Hourly

We’re committed to offering competitive and flexible compensation to attract top talent. This pay range reflects our good faith estimate for the role and may vary based on a candidate’s experience, skills, location, and other relevant factors.

For bonus-eligible roles, targets are determined based on multiple considerations, including market benchmarks and individual contributions.

For benefits-eligible roles, we offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package covering health, retirement, wellbeing, and more, along with optional benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees.