Manager Communications (Social) - CNBC
About The Position
CNBC is seeking a creative, social-first Manager, Communications (Social) to lead the strategy and execution of its dedicated brand social channels. The role oversees the vision, content strategy, and daily management of CNBC's brand storytelling platforms, creating compelling, platform-native content that presents the network's and VERSANT's strategies through CNBC's people, journalism, innovation, culture, partnerships, products, and experiences. As part of the CNBC Communications team, this person works across Editorial, Marketing, Product, Events, Partnerships, Talent, Research, and Executive Leadership to bring the CNBC brand to life on social media. The role tells CNBC's story beyond the daily news cycle, supporting business priorities, amplifying exclusive journalism, promoting initiatives, and connecting with audiences. The ideal candidate is a strategist, producer, storyteller, and content creator who understands audience engagement across major and emerging social platforms and can translate business initiatives into shareable content that strengthens brand reputation and drives engagement. This hybrid position is based at CNBC Headquarters in Englewood Cliffs, New Jersey, and generally requires working from the office at least three days per week. The salary range is $85,000–$100,000, with bonus eligibility. Company-sponsored benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k), paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and other discounts and perks. Onsite amenities include a fitness center and group classes, a cafeteria, dry cleaning, shoe shining, sneak peeks, and free shuttle transportation from several locations in the New York and New Jersey area.
Requirements
- At least 5 years of experience in communications, social media, content strategy, digital marketing, or journalism.
- Exceptional storytelling instincts and strong editorial judgment.
- Strong understanding of best practices for LinkedIn, Instagram, TikTok, X, and YouTube.
- Excellent writing and copy-editing skills.
- Strong project management skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
- Experience using analytics to inform content strategy.
- Familiarity with Adobe Creative Suite, Premiere, CapCut, Canva, or similar creative tools.
- Passion for business news, media, and storytelling.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in news, media, or entertainment.
- Corporate communications or brand marketing experience.
- Event coverage and live social experience.
- Comfort filming, interviewing, and editing short-form content.
- Experience working with executives and on-air talent.
- Photography and videography skills.
- Experience supporting subscription or direct-to-consumer products.
- Knowledge of AI tools that improve creative workflows and content production.
Responsibilities
- Oversee the vision, content strategy, and day-to-day management of CNBC's dedicated brand social channels.
- Develop and maintain a cross-functional editorial calendar aligned with business priorities, programming, product launches, partnerships, events, and corporate initiatives.
- Identify storytelling opportunities that strengthen CNBC's brand, deepen audience engagement, and showcase the people, journalism, innovation, culture, and experiences behind the network.
- Create and edit written, visual, and video content optimized for LinkedIn, Instagram, TikTok, X, YouTube, and emerging platforms.
- Collaborate with the Communications team to extend PR campaigns through social storytelling and support launches of products, programming, and partnerships.
- Build cross-functional relationships to identify storytelling opportunities, align messaging, and maintain a consistent brand voice.
- Track audience growth, engagement, referral traffic, and content performance across platforms.
- Use audience insights and analytics to refine content strategy, identify trends, and recommend formats and creative approaches to increase reach and engagement.
Benefits
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- 401(k)
- Paid leave
- Tuition reimbursement
- Other discounts and perks
- Free onsite fitness center and daily group classes
- Gourmet cafeteria
- Dry cleaning and shoe shining
- Free shuttle transportation from multiple locations in Manhattan, Brooklyn, Hoboken, and Jersey City
- Bonus eligibility
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
No Education Listed
