Temporary Assistant Social Media Editor, Road & Track

Hearst Magazines is one of the world’s largest publishers of monthly magazines, and they are seeking a Temporary Assistant Social Media Editor to shape automotive storytelling across social platforms. The role involves creating and managing engaging content while collaborating with editorial teams to enhance brand consistency.

Responsibilities

• Pitch, produce, shoot, edit, and publish vertical video content optimized for social platforms
• Execute daily social posting across Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, Twitter/X, and other emerging platforms
• Create engaging, timely text-overlaid photo posts that drive audience interaction and traffic
• Monitor social channels and trends to identify real-time story opportunities
• Support social strategy for major editorial initiatives, including tentpoles like Performance Car of the Year and magazine cover launches
• Analyze performance using tools like Google Analytics and platform insights to inform content decisions
• Send daily Apple News notifications and assist with Flipboard curation
• Collaborate cross-functionally with editorial teams to amplify content and ensure brand consistency

Skills

• 1+ years of experience in social media management, preferably within a media or publishing environment
• Strong writing skills with sharp editorial judgment and a creative, engaging voice
• Proven ability to create compelling social-first content, including video and visual storytelling
• Familiarity with platforms including Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, Pinterest, Twitter/X, and Apple News
• Experience using analytics and social tools (e.g., Google Analytics, True Anthem) to drive performance
• Basic proficiency in Adobe Premiere and Photoshop
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to thrive in a fast-paced environment
• Enthusiasm for emerging social trends and a willingness to experiment
• Passion for automotive content and alignment with the Road & Track brand is strongly preferred
• Bachelor's degree in journalism or related field preferred, or equivalent experience

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