Remote Part-Time Social Media Editor — Newsroom

Dow Jones; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work eligible

Weekend schedule (Sat/Sun)

Job summary

New York Post Media Group in California is seeking a Part-Time Social Media Editor to manage social media for the California Post, edit videos, and publish engaging content across major platforms. The role requires newsroom experience and strong storytelling abilities.

The candidate will work Saturdays and Sundays 12pm-8pm PST with remote eligibility, contributing to a fast-paced team and a broad, news-driven audience.

Qualifications

• At least two years of professional experience managing social media for a news organization.
• Proven experience in multimedia content creation and social publishing across digital platforms.
• Proficiency in video and photo editing tools such as Adobe Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro, Photoshop, and Canva, supported by a strong creative portfolio.
• Strong editorial judgment with excellent writing and copy-editing skills.
• Current knowledge of social media trends, best practices, and emerging platforms, with the agility to adapt strategies to drive engagement.
• Hands-on experience managing large social media accounts with measurable success in audience growth and engagement.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced newsroom, with strong multitasking and prioritization skills under tight deadlines.
• A passion for news, culture, and storytelling, with the creativity to translate those interests into compelling social content.

Responsibilities

• Package and publish content for California Post social media accounts across Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, X, Threads, and more.
• Create short-form vertical videos, memes, graphics, and other engagement-focused posts.
• Film, edit, and produce video content from live events, interviews, and in-house programming for social distribution, ensuring alignment with platform-specific best practices.
• Pitch and execute timely, newsworthy, and trending content ideas.
• Engage with audiences across California Post social channels, including moderating comments and facilitating meaningful interactions.

Skills

Social media management

Video editing

Storytelling

Editorial judgment

Trend awareness

Audience growth

Multitasking

Deadline-driven

Tools

Adobe Premiere Pro

Final Cut Pro

Photoshop

Canva

Job description

New York Post Media Group in California is seeking a Part-Time Social Media Editor to manage social media for the California Post, edit videos, and publish engaging content across major platforms. The role requires newsroom experience and strong storytelling abilities.

The candidate will work Saturdays and Sundays 12pm-8pm PST with remote eligibility, contributing to a fast-paced team and a broad, news-driven audience.