KSL Social Media Managing Editor (Full time)

Bonneville International

3d•$54,000 - $64,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Our company is committed to being trusted voices of light and truth reaching hundreds of millions of people worldwide. Who We Are KSL is Utah’s leading local news source across digital and broadcast platforms, delivering trusted, award‑winning journalism and content through KSL.com, KSL‑TV, KSL Sports, and our KSL radio stations. We provide in‑depth local reporting, investigative journalism, and up‑to‑the‑minute coverage that serves communities across the state. Committed to being a trusted voice of light and knowledge, KSL helps Utahns stay informed, connected, and engaged with the issues that matter most Position Overview The Social Media Managing Editor oversees the daily execution of KSL’s social media presence and plays a critical role in breaking news and real-time coverage. This role operates within a combined newsroom and serves as an editor for Social Media content distribution. The Managing Editor shapes how stories are selected, framed, and distributed on social platforms, ensuring coverage meets KSL’s journalistic standards, audience needs, and brand voice. This position requires strong editorial judgment, fast decision-making, and the ability to work flexible hours as news demands. Note: Work configurations are subject to change based on business needs and at company discretion. This position is an hybrid role that requires the employee to regularly work at our Salt Lake City site. Specific hybrid schedules will be determined based on business needs and evaluated by managers and senior management.

Requirements

4+ years of social media journalism.
Strong editorial judgment and understanding of news values.
Excellent writing and editing skills for social platforms.
Experience using analytics to guide editorial decisions.
Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
Availability to work nontraditional hours, including responding to breaking news.

Nice To Haves

Experience in a converged broadcast and digital newsroom.
Experience leading teams or managing complex editorial workflows.
Experience with Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, X, Threads, and Bluesky.
Familiarity with SEO, newsletters, or audience development strategies.
Comfort with live or behind-the-scenes social video.

Responsibilities

Lead day-to-day publishing for major KSL social accounts.
Make editorial decisions on story selection, framing, visuals, and timing.
Write and edit accurate, ethical, and compelling social copy.
Lead real-time social coverage during breaking news, severe weather, elections, and crisis events.
Maintain KSL’s social editorial strategy and content calendar.
Align social coverage with newsroom, KSL.com, broadcast, audio, and marketing priorities.
Recommend social-first formats, story treatments, and live coverage opportunities.
Serve as the social editorial partner to the KSL.com Editor.
Participate in daily and breaking news editorial meetings.
Work with reporters, producers, and video teams to extend story reach and impact.
Coordinate with marketing and promotions while maintaining editorial standards.
Oversee comment moderation, direct messages, and audience interaction.
Manage user-generated content requests, verification, and approvals.
Identify audience feedback, tips, or concerns that may inform reporting.
Direct staff and contributors supporting social publishing, video, or community management.
Establish newsroom workflows, best practices, and breaking news protocols for social platforms.
Train newsroom staff on platform tools, trends, and standards.
Ensure all social content aligns with KSL editorial guidelines and brand voice.
Stay current on platform policies, copyright, and legal considerations.
Support enforcement of social media guidelines for staff accounts as needed.

Benefits

Robust, affordable medical, dental and vision coverage with no wait period for enrollment
Paid leave for new parents under our Medical Maternity and Parental Leave policies
Opportunities to apply for tuition reimbursement
Paid time off for vacation and sick leave in addition to paid company holidays
401(k) with Company match, fully vested from day one
Paid time off for volunteering
Employer-funded retirement account, fully vested from day one
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) services
Access to an entire team of free financial planners
Matches on contributions to charitable organizations after one year of service
Continuous growth and development opportunities
Dynamic team culture that values teamwork, having fun, and collaboration