Freelance Pop & Internet Culture Social Editor - Weekends

Complex • New York, NY

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About The Position

Complex is seeking a Freelance Pop & Internet Culture Social Editor to manage its social media presence on weekends. This role involves executing the voice of Complex Pop Culture across platforms like Facebook, Twitter/X, Instagram, and TikTok, with a focus on streaming and creator culture. The editor will be responsible for content creation, curation, community management, and identifying trending content. This position requires a deep understanding of internet and pop culture, proficiency in creative software, and a proactive, collaborative approach to drive social media goals.

Requirements

• 2-3 years of social media and editorial experience with a publisher or brand
• Extensive knowledge of internet and pop culture, with a specific focus on film/TV, anime, Twitch/Kick streamers and creators, and video games
• A deep understanding of the Complex Pop Culture content, voice, and tone
• Must be proficient in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop & Premiere)
• Must be proficient in mobile editing softwares, particularly CapCut
• Experience with AI image generation
• Positive, intuitive, proactive, and collaborative team player
• Strong writing and communication skills, proofreading experience, and quick decision-making skills
• Must be willing to work nights and occasional holidays for coverage of live events
• Robust knowledge of streetwear/fashion and how it connects to areas such as pop culture + sports + music
• Possess a deep understanding and fluency of all social media platforms (Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, TikTok, YouTube Shorts)
• Proven track record in driving audience and consumer action on social
• Remain up-to-date on what our competitive set is doing to ensure that our lane isn’t being stepped on
• Self-management skills + take charge attitude
• Possesses an entrepreneurial spirit
• Thinks strategically and analytically
• Pushes for creative and out-of-the-box ideas
• Action-oriented
• Drives results
• Cultivates innovation

Responsibilities

• Execute the voice of Complex Pop Culture social (Facebook, Twitter/X, Instagram, TikTok) on all of our social platforms, exhibiting excellent judgment and audience-sensitive framing.
• Create, curate, and be responsible for all content published to Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram for Complex Pop Culture, specifically focusing on streaming and creator culture.
• Lead community management, moderation, and DM management using a deep understanding of the Complex tone and voice.
• Surface and pitch viral, breaking, and social-friendly content to our news team.
• Develop creative assets in Photoshop and Premiere/CapCut.
• Ideate, source, and create original real-time content for all Complex Pop and Internet Culture audiences, identifying memes and trends at the cusp of virality.
• Support all social goals (growth, traffic, views, and engagement) and be accountable for providing vertical-specific tactics, strategic pivots, and added direction when needed.
• Track and share social and platform best practices with internal teams, providing best-in-class examples where possible.
• Manage workflow of editorial social posts, working with the branded social team to coordinate posting and schedules, when necessary.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed