Social Media Producer

NESN LTD•Watertown, MA

13d•$60,000 - $72,000

About The Position

The Social Media Producer leads the social strategy and content creation for NESN’s lifestyle programming, including Dining Playbook, Meet Boston, and New England Blueprint. This role is responsible for bringing each show to life across digital platforms through short-form video, photography, editing, copywriting, and audience engagement. You’ll create social-first content that grows our reach, builds community, and keeps our brands culturally relevant. The ideal candidate is creative, visually sharp, trend-aware, and passionate about turning great stories into standout digital content. To apply: Please include samples of your social media work or a link to your portfolio/reel so we can get a sense of your creative voice and production style.

Requirements

3-5 years of experience in social media, digital content creation, or lifestyle/media marketing
Strong proficiency in short-form video production, editing, and platform-native content (Reels, TikTok, etc.)
Experience capturing and producing social-first photography and visual assets
Demonstrated ability to write engaging, voice-driven captions optimized for different platforms
Deep fluency in social media trends, formats, audience behavior, and emerging content style
Comfortable working in fast-paced production environments, including on-site shoots and live events
Strong creative judgment with an eye for visual storytelling, pacing, and brand alignment
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail
Experience tracking performance metrics, interpreting social KPIs, and applying insights to content strategy
Excellent organizational, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills
Self-starter with the ability to work both independently and within a collaborative production team
High level of professionalism, adaptability, and comfort in a dynamic, evolving environment
Willingness to work a flexible schedule, including shoots, events, nights, and occasional weekends
Proficient with standard digital tools and able to quickly learn new platforms and workflows
Alignment with NESN’s core values, including creativity, accountability, teamwork, and audience focus

Responsibilities

Capture, edit, and publish social-first video and photo content across NESN’s lifestyle programming
Produce short-form, platform-native content (Reels, TikTok, YouTube Shorts, etc.)
Write compelling, voice-driven captions optimized for engagement
Stay ahead of trends, formats, and cultural moments to inform content strategy
Track performance metrics and use insights to drive continued audience growth
Attend shoots and events to capture behind-the-scenes and social-exclusive content
Collaborate with hosts, producers, and editors to extend episodes into digital-first storytelling
Contribute to segment ideation, shoot planning, and creative direction
Ensure all content aligns with brand standards across linear and digital platforms
Plan and execute branded events from concept through post-event content coverage
Serve as a client-facing representative, maintaining strong relationships with partners and ensuring seamless content integration
Actively engage with audiences across platforms to build community
Support influencer, contributor, and partnership initiatives
Help develop new digital activations, campaigns, and audience growth opportunities

Benefits

Medical and Dental plans which are currently funded by NESN at approximately 85%
Pre-Tax HSA, FSA and Dependent Care Account
401(k) plan with employer match of 100% up to the first 6% of compensation, 3% contribution through Safe Harbor and discretionary profit sharing of up to 6%.
Life Insurance, AD&D, Short and Long-Term Disability which are currently 100% funded by NESN
Paid parental leave
Time Off Benefits - Eligible NESN Employees accrue Paid Time Off equaling 160 hours or 20 days for the full year
Team Store Discounts - Employees will receive a discount of 50% at the Red Sox Team Store and 25% off at the Bruins Pro Shop with a valid NESN Employee ID
Paid Volunteerism - NESN provides eligible employees with up to 24 hours (3 days) of paid time to participate in NESN Connects events.
Tuition Reimbursement - NESN provides a generous Tuition Reimbursement Program to assist employees who aspire to further their education to learn & grow within their careers.
MBTA Reimbursement - Eligible employees may be reimbursed up to $100 per month for the use of Mass Transit if it is their primary mode of transportation to & from work
Travel Assistance & ID Theft Protection
Estate Guidance - The Hartford helps employees protect their family’s future by creating a customized and legally binding will online using a simple but comprehensive online questionnaire.
Additional Perks & Employee Discounts - As a NESN employee, you are eligible for other discounts & perks such as pet insurance, tickets, travel, dry cleaning, mobile phones, and much more!