
Social Media Video Content Creator
Hearst Magazines
New York (Manhattan), NYThis is a Full Time Job
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Help shape how stories come to life across the most influential social platforms. As a Social Video Content Creator, you'll bring bold ideas to screen-turning cultural insights into content audiences can't scroll past.
Key Responsibilities (What You Are Doing)
• Develop engaging, social-first video concepts that align with brand storytelling and client objectives
• Produce video content end-to-end, from pre-production planning through filming and final edit
• Direct or assist on shoots, guiding talent and ensuring creative vision is executed effectively
• Create compelling creative materials including treatments, scripts, shot lists, and mood boards
• Craft platform-native content tailored for TikTok, Instagram, YouTube, and emerging channels
• Apply strong editing instincts-pacing, hooks, and visual storytelling-to maximize performance
• Stay ahead of social trends, formats, and cultural moments to inform content development
• Experiment with emerging tools, including AI-assisted workflows, to enhance creativity and efficiency
Qualifications (What We're Looking For)
• 2 years of experience in social video content creation and production (agency, brand, or creator background)
• Strong understanding of social-first storytelling and platform-specific trends
• Hands-on experience shooting and directing video, including working with on-screen talent or creators
• Proficiency with editing tools such as Adobe Premiere, After Effects, CapCut, or similar platforms
• Familiarity with emerging creative technologies, including AI-assisted tools for ideation and production
• Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively across creative teams
• A proactive, curious mindset with a willingness to experiment and take ownership of projects
• Based in New York City with the ability to work in-office 4 days per week (hybrid schedule)
Compensation & EEO
Salary/Benefits
$75,000 - $85,000 /year USD
Actual compensation will depend on a variety of factors, including relevant experience, skills, and location.
Benefits
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k)
Perks
• Collaborate with top-tier professionals
• Access to innovative training programs
• Flexibility of hybrid work
• Join Employee Resource Groups
Additional Information
Hearst Magazines is one of the world's largest publishers, with a portfolio of more than 30 iconic brands, including Cosmopolitan, ELLE, Esquire, Harper's BAZAAR, Men's Health, Popular Mechanics, and Good Housekeeping. The company reaches over 300 million people globally every month across print, digital, video, and social platforms. Its content informs, inspires, and entertains audiences while driving meaningful connections between brands and consumers.