Part-Time Social Media Editor, California Post

New York Post • Los Angeles, CA

4d • $25 - $35

About The Position

The California Post is hiring a part-time Social Media Editor for its newsroom team, up to 28 hours per week. The role creates and publishes engaging, news-driven content across the California Post’s social channels, using editorial judgment, multimedia production skills, and knowledge of platform trends and best practices. The position is remote eligible and requires working at least one weekend day. This engagement is facilitated through a third-party vendor; the role supports The New York Post, while employment and payroll are managed by the vendor.

Requirements

• At least two years of professional experience managing social media for a news organization.
• Proven experience creating multimedia content and publishing across digital platforms.
• Proficiency with 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 and excellent writing and copy-editing skills.
• Current knowledge of social media trends, best practices, and emerging platforms, with the ability 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 and multitask and prioritize under tight deadlines.
• Passion for news, culture, and storytelling, and creativity in turning those interests into compelling social content.

Responsibilities

• Package and publish news, sports, and opinion content across California Post social media accounts, including Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, X, and Threads.
• 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, following platform-specific best practices.
• Pitch and execute timely, newsworthy, and trending content ideas.
• Engage with audiences on California Post social channels, moderate comments, and facilitate meaningful interactions.

Benefits

• For benefits-eligible roles, a comprehensive and competitive benefits package covering health, retirement, wellbeing, and more, along with optional benefits.

What This Job Offers

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