Part-Time Social Media Editor

New York City, NY (Unknown)

$25/hr – $35/hrIntern/New Grad2+ years expPart time

Posted 1 day ago

Job Summary

Own the social media life cycle for The New York Post's content across platforms, turning news and culture into engaging short-form posts and video while coordinating publishing, audience interaction, and cross-brand collaboration.

  • Manage cross-platform publishing for Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, X, Threads, and more.
  • Create short-form vertical videos, memes, graphics, and other engagement-focused posts.
  • Film, edit, and publish video content from live events and in-house programming for social distribution.

Job Description

Responsibilities

  • Package and publish content for New York 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 New York Post social channels, including moderating comments and facilitating meaningful interactions.
  • Support ad hoc content creation, editing, and publishing for Alexa, the New York Post’s fashion and lifestyle brand, including assisting with digital and social media assets as new Alexa editions are released.

Requirements

  • At least 2 years of experience creating multimedia content and managing social media 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 for this role is Saturday and Sunday, 2pm-10pm EST.

Benefits

  • 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.
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