Social Media Editor, The California Post
About The Position
As part of this bold expansion into Los Angeles, we are looking for a Social Media Editor to join the California Post team. Reporting into the Senior Social Media Editor, this vital role will manage the day-to-day social presence of the California Post across platforms, ensuring our coverage is timely, deeply engaging, and tailored to maximize reach and impact. The Social Media Editor will be responsible for publishing and scheduling posts across accounts, monitoring breaking news, and ensuring top stories are amplified with smart framing and creative execution. This role requires deep expertise in social media trends, analytics, and platform best practices, as well as the creativity to develop fresh ideas that grow engagement and strengthen brand presence. The role will work closely with our content creators and senior editorial leaders to ensure all content finds the audience.
Requirements
- 3+ years of professional experience managing social media for a news organization
- Proven expertise with all major social media platforms, scheduling tools, and analytics dashboards
- Strong editorial judgment and ability to quickly assess what will perform well with audiences
- Demonstrated ability to create compelling, platform-specific content in a fast-paced newsroom environment
- Deep understanding of SEO and social search optimization strategies
- Proficiency in video and photo editing software, including Adobe Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro, Photoshop, and Canva, with a portfolio demonstrating high-quality editing and creative execution
- Creative, resourceful, and proactive with a track record of growing engagement and reach
- Ability and willingness to appear on camera and deliver news content clearly and concisely on deadline is highly preferred
- Must be flexible and adaptable as news demands shift, including availability to work evenings, weekends, and during breaking news events when needed
- Please note candidates based in Los Angeles or New York are required to work in office five days per week.
- This role is eligible for remote work in San Francisco.
- All work arrangements are subject to change based on business needs.
Nice To Haves
- A strong social media presence or following is preferred
Responsibilities
- Manage daily posting and scheduling for California Post social media accounts (news, sports and opinion), ensuring comprehensive coverage of the day’s top stories
- Write, edit, and tailor posts to maximize referral traffic, engagement and reach across platforms
- Monitor real-time analytics and use performance insights to inform publishing decisions
- Stay on top of social and cultural trends, adapting content strategies to drive growth
- Pitch creative ideas for social-first projects that expand reach and showcase the Post’s journalism in innovative ways
- Spot what’s driving the conversation on social and pitch to editorial before it breaks
- Participate in short, on-camera video content for social media platforms, including brief explainers, commentary, or promotional clips
- Collaborate with editorial teams to align coverage and promote content effectively across platforms
- Engage with audiences where appropriate and help set best practices for community interactions
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
1-10 employees
