Blavity is hiring a
Managing Editor

Summary

Blavity Inc is seeking a Managing Editor, Social Media to lead content development and programming on various social media platforms, partnering with multiple teams across the organization. This role requires 5+ years of content creation production experience, strong skills in short form video editing, and knowledge of graphic design tools.

Requirements

• B.A. in Journalism or related field
• 5+ yrs of content creation production experience
• Demonstrated ability to write engaging social media copy across a range of topics/audiences
• Experience with analytics and social listening tools

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of Social Producers to manage end-to-end cross platform production
• Connect editorial writers and content marketers across Blavity’s Owned & Operated Brands
• Partner with the Director, Content and Programming to plan and execute monthly content strategy on TikTok, Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and Pinterest
• Tell stories through compelling TikTok and Instagram content that drives high-value engagement from the audience and grows followers
• Collaborate with multiple teams across the organization to deliver an effective content social media strategy
• Own end-to-end production with strong knowledge of video editing for social platforms
• Pitch and produce social-first series that elevate and expand the brand on social media
• Identify news pegs and opportunities to repromote archival stories
• Collaborate with the Audience Development and Data Analytics teams to maximize the reach of stories/posts and ensure the brand is meeting site-wide growth goals
• Support planning and project management for content initiatives, including the annual AfroTech Conference and other forthcoming team tentpoles

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of graphic design elements and principles
• 2+ yrs of content development for Gen-Z and Millennial demographics

Benefits

• This is a fully remote role, U.S.- based role. Occasional travel may be required
• Candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S
• Candidates must be available to work in alignment with the Pacific Time Zone 25% and Eastern Time Zone 75%
• The annual salary range for this role is $75,000 - $85,000