Engagement Associate

The New Republic; New York (NY); Remote; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The New Republic seeks an Engagement Associate to support the engagement team in developing strategies for increasing audience engagement across platforms. You will manage real-time social media execution, track analytics, and help plan campaigns and newsletters with a focus on reader participation.

You will contribute to building community, deliver engagement reports, and help maintain a respectful online environment.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience managing social media accounts or operations for a publication, brand, or organization with a substantial audience reach.
• Experience in audience engagement, community management, or digital tactics.
• Experience optimizing content for Apple News and other content distribution platforms.
• Proficiency with social media platforms and analytics tools.
• Proven ability to work independently and communicate proactively in a remote work environment.
• Creative thinker with a passion for media and community building.

Responsibilities

• Own real-time social media execution across all channels, including content scheduling, publishing, and same-day judgment calls on prioritization.
• Track Chartbeat and platform analytics in real time throughout each shift, surfacing and acting on trending stories as they break.
• Assist in planning, implementing, and evaluating engagement campaigns and audience development initiatives.
• Support newsletters and community forums to encourage active participation and feedback.
• Prepare and deliver engagement metric reports on a set schedule, using data to inform and adjust strategy.
• Respond to audience inquiries and moderate discussions to maintain a positive and respectful environment.
• Maintain accurate documentation of daily activity, processes, and outcomes.

Skills

Social media management

Audience engagement

Content optimization

Analytical thinking

Remote communication

Tools

Chartbeat

Analytics tools

Job description

Position Overview

The engagement associate supports the engagement team in developing and executing strategies to increase audience engagement, build and grow our relationships with readers, and drive participation across all available platforms.

Key Responsibilities

• Own real-time social media execution across all channels, including content scheduling, publishing, and same-day judgment calls on prioritization.
• Track Chartbeat and platform analytics in real time throughout each shift, surfacing and acting on trending stories as they break.
• Assist in planning, implementing, and evaluating engagement campaigns and audience development initiatives.
• Support newsletters and community forums to encourage active participation and feedback.
• Prepare and deliver engagement metric reports on a set schedule, using data to inform and adjust strategy.
• Respond to audience inquiries and moderate discussions to maintain a positive and respectful environment.
• Maintain accurate documentation of daily activity, processes, and outcomes.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience managing social media accounts or operations for a publication, brand, or organization with a substantial audience reach
• Experience in audience engagement, community management, or digital tactics
• Experience optimizing content for Apple News and other content distribution platforms
• Proficiency with social media platforms and analytics tools
• Proven ability to work independently and communicate proactively in a remote work environment
• Creative thinker with a passion for media and community building

Preferred Skills

• Experience with social media advertising and campaign management
• Graphic design, video editing, or multimedia content creation skills
• Familiarity with The New Republic’s mission and audience
• Interest in expanding into newsletters, podcasts, video, and push notifications as part of a broader engagement strategy
• Eagerness to help TNR grow through innovative tactics and strategic experimentation

The New Republic is committed to diversity and encourages members of underrepresented communities to apply, including women, LGBTQ people, people of color, people with criminal records, veterans, and people with disabilities.