Assistant Producer I, Social - On-Call

American Public Media Group • Saint Paul, MN

12h • $30 - $36 • Remote

About The Position

Marketplace is seeking a creative on-call assistant social media producer to cover shifts as needed. This role is for individuals who excel at creating engaging social content that captures attention. The ideal candidate will have strong skills in social copywriting, video editing, graphic design, and fact-checking. Responsibilities include optimizing Marketplace content across various social platforms like Facebook, Bluesky, Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube, with a focus on short-form video and visual design. Demonstrated success in creating resonant campaigns and content for diverse audiences is essential. This is an on-call position with no guaranteed hours and falls under the collective bargaining agreement between LAist and SAG-AFTRA.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Journalism or related field required.
• 2+ years experience producing content for social platforms on behalf of a brand or media outlet.
• Self-starter with excellent editorial judgment.
• Deep interest in how economic news intersects with people’s lives.
• Strong knowledge of social media trends and best practices, including video-first platforms such as YouTube and TikTok
• Superb social copywriting and fact-checking skills.
• Proficient in Photoshop, Premiere, CapCut or similar editing software
• A team player who is accountable, proactive, and solution-oriented
• Have strong instincts for content that social audiences find engaging.
• Demonstrated success in creating engaging campaigns and social posts.
• Ability to work effectively with minimal supervision.
• Ability to successfully meet deadlines and handle multiple responsibilities on a consistent basis.
• Superior communication, organizational and collaborative skills.
• Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

Nice To Haves

• Experience using Sprout Social or similar social media programs (Hootsuite, Buffer, Later, etc.)

Responsibilities

• Write and produce highly shareable content on tight deadlines, including graphics and short-form videos, for all social platforms.
• Assist with various social media campaigns, including membership drives.
• Strategically schedule and publish content across all social platforms.
• Ensure executions are on-strategy for brand, positioning and voice.
• Work collaboratively with newsroom partners.
• Use data to inform how and what we post.
• Stay up-to-date and ahead of the curve on social media best practices.
• Ensure consistent voice and branding across our social platforms.
• Help cultivate and develop conversations between our audience, hosts and reporters.

Benefits

• This position sits in the collective bargaining agreement between LAist and Screen Actors Guild—American Federation of Television and Radio Artists (“SAG-AFTRA”)

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level