Social Media Coordinator

Motion Recruitment; Los Angeles (CA); Hybrid; USD 33,062; Full time

Job summary

A leading digital media company is seeking a Social Marketing Coordinator in Los Angeles. This hybrid role supports NBC News' social media efforts by producing and publishing content to drive audience engagement. Candidates should have at least 1 year of newsroom editing experience and be adept in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment. The position offers a pay rate of $24/hour and requires full-time commitment with occasional weekend availability.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year of editing experience in a newsroom environment.
• Strong interest and awareness of NBC News personalities and brand voice.
• Experience with social media analytics and reporting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support the production and publishing of content across social media platforms.
• Assist in managing NBC News social media accounts.
• Write engaging headlines and edit short-form video.

Skills

Editing experience

Social media analytics

Detail-oriented

Ability to manage multiple priorities

Job description

Los Angeles, CA (Hybrid: Onsite Tuesday–Thursday at Universal City; Remote Monday & Friday)

Pay Rate

$24.00/hour

Assignment Duration

6-month contract

Start Date: March 2, 2026

End Date: September 4, 2026

Target Start Window: Mid-February to Early March

Schedule

Full-time, 40 hours per week

Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM

(Some weekend availability may be required based on news coverage needs)

Job Overview

The Social Marketing Coordinator supports the social media production and publishing efforts for NBC News digital platforms. This role plays a key part in driving audience growth and engagement across multiple social media accounts in a fast-paced, high-pressure newsroom environment. The ideal candidate is creative, detail-oriented, and comfortable working independently while collaborating with teams across locations and time zones.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the production, scheduling, and publishing of content across multiple social media platforms
• Assist in managing the “hot seat,” helping to define, grow, and maintain NBC News social media accounts
• Write engaging headlines, edit short-form video, and distribute content in real time
• Maintain accuracy and focus during breaking news and high-stakes coverage, ensuring social platforms remain active and reliable
• Analyze social and website performance metrics and assist with reporting and insights
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams across multiple locations and time zones
• Demonstrate initiative as a self-starter while contributing effectively within a team environment

Qualifications & Requirements

• Minimum of 1 year of editing experience in a newsroom environment, with dedicated social publishing experience preferred
• Ability to work effectively in a remote and hybrid work environment
• Strong interest in and awareness of NBC News personalities, programming, and brand voice
• Experience with social media analytics, reporting, and performance analysis preferred
• Ability to thrive in a creative, fast-paced, competitive, and high-pressure news environment
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously