The position will connect our journalism and audiences across multiple platforms, build communities, drive traffic to our site, and usher in the next generation of loyal news readers.
As part of our core audience development team, the social media editor will be responsible for our strategy on Facebook, Instagram, X, Threads, TikTok, LinkedIn, and, new as of last year, Bluesky and Reddit. The position requires collaboration with the editor-in-chief, editors, staff writers, and freelancers; collaboration with marketing and membership team members to help promote our membership program; and coordination with our digital sales team to manage social media sponsored content.
Candidates should have a passion for local journalism, Miami, and for helping us reach and connect with new audiences. They should have at least one year of experience managing a media organization’s social media accounts including content creation, photography and vertical video, and an ability to work in graphic design tools such as Canva or Adobe Express. The ideal candidate is also comfortable being on camera to tell stories via vertical video.
Candidates should be able to provide reports using analytics tools and engagement metrics, have some experience with the Meta Business Suite, and have the ability to understand and act upon insights when appropriate. They should be comfortable working within a constantly-changing industry, eager to test and try new things.
Since its founding in 1987, Miami New Times has become a cultural touchstone in South Florida. We have a hard-earned reputation for publishing compelling stories ignored or overlooked by major media, whether they're insightful looks at local arts and entertainment or unflinching exposés about Miami's steamy political climate. We publish daily online and weekly in print. Always free to read.
This full-time union position will report to the editorial director. The role could involve night and/or weekend work.
Benefits
- Compensation range of $52,000 to $60,000, depending on experience.
- 401(k) with company match.
- Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
- In the first year: 10 paid holidays, 10 paid vacation days, 5 paid sick days.
- Hybrid work policy based in our Miami office.
How to Apply
Miami New Times believes our journalism best serves our communities with a culturally diverse staff and freelancers who offer a range of voices. We are committed to creating and sustaining an environment of inclusion, diversity, empowerment and equality. We are at our best when all our team members are respected and included regardless of race, age, ethnicity, religion, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, and national origin. Women, veterans, people with disabilities, people of color, and gender-nonconforming candidates are highly encouraged to apply.For consideration, please send a resume, four social media examples, links to personal social accounts and/or accounts that you manage, and a cover letter explaining what makes you a good fit for this role to [email protected].
