Social Media Editor

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The San Francisco Standard

Social Media Editor

San Francisco, CA
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    The San Francisco Standard is seeking a dynamic and passionate Social Media Editor to join our team. Reporting to the Senior Manager of Social, this editor should have a knack for drawing in both large audiences and expanding our reach, while deepening our connection to and understanding of our most loyal users.

    Responsibilities

    • Create and optimize content for social platforms; execute daily posting across various platforms such as Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, TikTok and more
    • Conceive and help create social-first or social-only content in coordination with editorial team
    • Create in-platform social video content
    • Track breaking news and trending topics to keep the newsroom informed
    • Monitor performance across social channels and develop ways to optimize our social strategy
    • Maintain proficiency and knowledge in latest social media technologies and best practices (i.e. new tools, algorithm changes, platform enhancements)

    Qualifications

    • At least 3 years of social media experience. Experience working in media/publishing strongly preferred
    • Strong editorial judgment and excellent writing and copy-editing skills, along with the ability to create compelling SEO/social headlines and an eye for captivating visuals. Video editing experience a plus
    • Experience with a variety of social media platforms and managing social media accounts for large audiences
    • Power user of native analytics and insights tools; fluency in social measurement tools
    • Ability to be both a self-starter and team player; strong interpersonal and communication skills are required
    • Ability to multitask, balance priorities and thrive in a fast-paced newsroom environment
    • Highly organized with excellent attention to detail
    • A sense of humor and passion for all things social

    This is an in-person role based in San Francisco, with regular commitments during evenings or weekends. We offer a very competitive compensation package and benefits.

    The pay range for this role is $75,000 to $110,000. Actual compensation packages are based on several factors that are unique to each candidate. We encourage you to apply even if you don't fit the preferred qualifications of the job.