[Remote] Part-Time Social Media Editor

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. California Post is seeking a Part-Time Social Media Editor to join their newsroom team. The role involves creating and publishing engaging content across various social media platforms, producing video content, and interacting with audiences to enhance engagement.ResponsibilitiesPackage and publish content for California Post social media accounts across Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, X, Threads, and moreCreate short-form vertical videos, memes, graphics, and other engagement-focused postsFilm, edit, and produce video content from live events, interviews, and in-house programming for social distribution, ensuring alignment with platform-specific best practicesPitch and execute timely, newsworthy, and trending content ideasEngage with audiences across California Post social channels, including moderating comments and facilitating meaningful interactionsSkillsAt least three years of professional experience managing social media for a news organizationProven experience in multimedia content creation and social publishing across digital platformsProficiency in video and photo editing tools such as Adobe Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro, Photoshop, and Canva, supported by a strong creative portfolioStrong editorial judgment with excellent writing and copy-editing skillsCurrent knowledge of social media trends, best practices, and emerging platforms, with the agility to adapt strategies to drive engagementHands-on experience managing large social media accounts with measurable success in audience growth and engagementAbility to thrive in a fast-paced newsroom, with strong multitasking and prioritization skills under tight deadlinesA passion for news, culture, and storytelling, with the creativity to translate those interests into compelling social contentBenefitsFor bonus-eligible roles, targets are determined based on multiple considerations, including market benchmarks and individual contributions.For benefits-eligible roles, we offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package covering health, retirement, wellbeing, and more, along with optional benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees.Company OverviewCalifornia Post is a publishing company that publishes newspapers and podcasts. It was founded in 2026, and is headquartered in Los Angeles, California, USA, with a workforce of 51-200 employees. Its website is https://californiapost.com.