Social Freelancer, Style

Complex NTWRK; New York (NY); On-site; USD 31,822 - 45,323; Part time

Job summary

A leading media and culture company based in New York is seeking a Social Freelancer for Style to manage and create engaging content across social platforms. Candidates should have 2-3 years of experience in social media, excellent communication skills, and a strong understanding of streetwear culture. The role offers $28 an hour and requires occasional night and holiday availability.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of social media and editorial experience.
• Deep understanding of Complex Style content, voice, and tone.
• Strong writing, communication, and decision-making skills.

Responsibilities

• Execute the voice of Complex Style on social platforms.
• Create, curate, and manage content published across platforms.
• Lead community management and engagement strategies.

Skills

Social media expertise

Content creation

Community management

Creative asset development

Streetwear and pop culture knowledge

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

Premiere Pro

Job description

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Company And Culture

Created in 2002 by Marc Eckō, Complex is a leading global youth entertainment network showcasing the evolution of major pop culture categories, including streetwear and style, music, sneakers, and sports. Complex is a juggernaut in the content and culture space, delivering unprecedented global reach.

Complex is the world’s definitive cultural commerce, content, and experiential platform. We have created an all-new operating system built for the next generation, seamlessly integrating discovery, inspiration, community, and shopping. The company represents an expansion of the original vision with a deep understanding of convergence culture and its impact on contemporary society.

Whether through video, long-form editorial, or social content, Complex tells stories that engage dynamic conversation with our communities. Our internet-breaking cover stories document the heroes of culture and take them to the next level through product collaboration and shoppability.

Complex has become experts in creating immersive environments at our IRL experiences and cultural events. ComplexCon is our flagship festival bringing together the world’s most influential brands and artists for an unforgettable weekend of style, sneakers, art, design, food, music, inspiration and more.

Join us to help redefine the way people shop, while building a global marketplace that moves at the speed of culture. Complex is committed to building a high performing team that is passionate about what they do and the communities we serve.

Everyone at Complex truly believes in the company and its mission; it’s a requirement for working here. There is synergy within the teams that make Complex what it is, a well-oiled machine. Employees are at the forefront of the company's success because every one of us is given the opportunity to provide suggestions, feedback, and direction

What You'll Do

• Execute the voice of Complex Style (Facebook, Twitter/X, Instagram, TikTok) on all of our social platforms, exhibiting excellent judgment and audience-sensitive framing
• Create, curate, and be responsible for all content published to Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram for Complex Style.
• Lead community management, moderation, and DM management using a deep understanding of the Complex tone and voice
• Surface and pitch viral, breaking, and social-friendly content to our news team
• Develop creative assets in Photoshop and Premiere/CapCut
• Ideate, source, and create original real-time content for all Complex Style audiences, identifying memes and trends at the cusp of virality
• Support all social goals (growth, traffic, views, and engagement) and be accountable for providing vertical-specific tactics, strategic pivots, and added direction when needed
• Track and share social and platform best practices with internal teams, providing best-in-class examples where possible
• Manage workflow of editorial social posts, working with the branded social team to coordinate posting and schedules, when necessary

Who You Are

• 2-3 years of social media and editorial experience with a publisher or brand
• A deep understanding of the Complex Style content, voice, and tone
• Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite and Premiere Pro
• Must be willing to work nights and occasional holidays for coverage of live events
• Positive, intuitive, proactive, and collaborative team player
• Strong writing and communication skills, proofreading experience, and quick decision-making skills
• Robust knowledge of streetwear/high fashion and how it connects to areas such as music + pop culture + sports.
• Possess a deep understanding and fluency of all social media platforms (Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, TikTok, YouTube Shorts)
• Proven track record in driving audience and consumer action on social
• Remain up-to-date on what our competitive set is doing to ensure that our lane isn’t being stepped on
• Self-management skills + take charge attitude

We offer $28 - $28 an hour. The Pay Range, which consists of rate of pay per hour, for this position is listed. Actual pay will vary based on factors including, but not limited to location, experience, and performance.

We're an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

The above statements cover what are generally believed to be principal and essential functions of the job. Specific circumstances may allow or require some incumbents assigned to the job to perform a different combination of duties.

Complex participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for visa sponsorship.