Social Media Editor (Sports), The California Post

As part of this bold expansion into Los Angeles, we are looking for a Social Media Editor (Sports) to join the California Post team. Reporting into the Senior Social Media Editor, this vital role will manage the day-to-day social presence of the California Post across platforms, ensuring our coverage is timely, deeply engaging, and tailored to maximize reach and impact.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily posting and scheduling for California Post social media accounts, primarily focused on sports content while also supporting news and opinion coverage to ensure comprehensive coverage of the day’s top stories.
• Write, edit, and tailor posts to maximize referral traffic, engagement, and reach across platforms.
• Monitor real-time analytics and use performance insights to inform publishing decisions.
• Stay on top of social and cultural trends, adapting content strategies to drive growth.
• Pitch creative ideas for social-first projects that expand reach and showcase the Post’s journalism in innovative ways.
• Spot what’s driving the conversation on social and pitch to editorial before it breaks.
• Participate in short, on-camera video content for social media platforms, including brief explainers, commentary, or promotional clips.
• Collaborate with editorial teams to align coverage and promote content effectively across platforms.
• Engage with audiences where appropriate and help set best practices for community interactions.
• Support various business goals, products, and initiatives with organic social promotion across relevant handles and platforms.

Requirements

• 3+ years of professional experience managing social media for a sports or news organization.
• Proven expertise with all major social media platforms, scheduling tools, and analytics dashboards.
• Strong editorial judgment and ability to quickly assess what will perform well with audiences.
• Demonstrated ability to create compelling, platform-specific content in a fast-paced newsroom environment.
• Deep understanding of SEO and social search optimization strategies.
• Proficiency in video and photo editing software, including Adobe Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro, Photoshop, and Canva, with a portfolio demonstrating high-quality editing and creative execution.
• Creative, resourceful, and proactive with a track record of growing engagement and reach.
• A strong social media presence or following is preferred.
• Ability and willingness to appear on camera and deliver news content clearly and concisely on deadline is highly preferred.
• Must be flexible and adaptable as news demands shift, including availability to work evenings, weekends, and during breaking news events when needed.

Schedule

• This is an in-office position, expected to report on site 5 days per week.
• Shift schedule: Monday-Friday, 2 p.m. to 10 p.m. PST.

Pay

Base pay range: $75,000 - $85,000. This pay range reflects our good faith estimate for the role and may vary based on a candidate’s experience, skills, location, and other relevant factors.

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package covering health, retirement, wellbeing, and more, along with optional benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees.