Associate Social Media Producer/Editor, OutKick

This is a Full Time Job

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OutKick is looking for an Associate Social Media Producer/Editor to join our team! You are a crucial member of the team as you help to produce content for our social media platforms including Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and the OutKick site.

The ideal candidate for this position has extensive knowledge of sports, pop culture, entertainment, and how different genres of content feed into their respective internet sub-cultures. The candidate must have an exceptional eye for what goes viral online while thriving in a fast deadline-driven timeline. You will be responsible for editing and curating OutKick's social media feed with news content surrounding sports and entertainment. You will be contributing ideas for day-to-day content primarily around NFL, NBA, and College Sports, but not limited to NHL, WNBA, MLB, Soccer, Gaming, Betting, and more. You must be willing to edit content for social media during most gamedays, as the games unfold in live time.

A SNAPSHOT OF YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES:

Edit/produce video pieces using Adobe Premiere Pro and Photoshop

Have basic knowledge of After Effects, enough to work with predesigned templates

Have an eye for vertical content and how to work media so it works for mobile

Gather elements, such as photos, videos, and music

Pitch, develop and execute new video ideas in a daily and breaking news environment

Work with contributing talent to develop social segment ideas and bite-sized content

Cover a range of video content including breaking news and features

Collaborate with other social media producers to develop a social strategy, write and produce videos

Reach out to the assignment desk to effort permission for content

Coordinate and pitch new articles to enhance original video posts and build an audience

Plan ahead to edit/produce social media content for specific initiatives and events

Participate in broader strategic discussions regarding content and audience engagement



WHAT YOU WILL NEED:

Bachelor's degree in journalism or a related field of study preferred, or equivalent experience

At least 3 years of experience in web-based content creation

Proficiency in Adobe Premiere and Photoshop, starter knowledge of After Effects

Good editorial judgment and extensive knowledge of sports, news and current events, entertainment, politics, and viral content

Strong writing skills and the ability to self-proof

Organization skills that allow for multiple projects to be produced simultaneously

Positive and creative attitude with the ability to hit deadlines while working under pressure

Ability to work independently, paired with a self-starter attitude

Flexibility to work holidays and weekends according to the needs of Breaking News and sports schedules

Occasional travel may be required

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with applicable law.

At FOX, we foster a culture and environment where everyone feels welcome and can thrive. We are deeply committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, including attracting, retaining, and promoting diverse talent across our company. We live in a diverse world, with different ideas and different perspectives that come together to spark new ideas and make great things happen. That means reflecting the diversity of the world around us is critical to our company's success. We ensure that our viewers, communities and employees feel heard, represented, and celebrated both on screen and off.

Please visit our website to learn more about the diverse communities of people behind our brands.

Pursuant to state and local pay disclosure requirements, the pay range for this role, with final offer amount dependent on education, skills, experience, and location is: $59,500.00-74,500.00 annually for New York City and Westchester County, NY. This role is also eligible for various benefits, including medical/dental/vision, insurance, a 401(k) plan, paid time off, and other benefits in accordance with applicable plan documents. Benefits for Union represented employees will be in accordance with the applicable collective bargaining agreement.

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