Posted On: October 24, 2016

Journalism Job

Media Organization: eBrooklyn Media (Brooklyn Eagle)

Company Description

eBrooklyn Media is a Brooklyn-based media company, publishing the Brooklyn Eagle along with dozens of other neighborhood publications and online blogs. We reach tens of thousands of Brooklynites a day with our content, and our publications are the #1 news source in the borough.

Job Description

eBrooklyn Media is looking for a social media editor to join our editorial team in downtown Brooklyn. This role will focus on creating new, original social content that's both in touch with our audience and ties in to our print & online content, while using data & analytics to inform strategy and content execution. This is a full-time, M-F position.

Responsibilities:
-Manage the Eagle's social media accounts on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram, as well as experimenting with emerging platforms to stay on top of new social developments

-Monitor breaking news, using strong news judgment to ensure the most accurate information goes out on our social platforms in a timely fashion

-Develop an in-depth and sound video strategy to incorporate original social journalism into the Eagle's daily content schedule

-Create a personality for the Eagle's social channels that is both engaging and fun

-Stay abreast of ever-changing analytics to gain a better understanding of what type of content works well on social media

Qualifications
-1-3 years of experience running social media accounts in an editorial setting

-A strong passion for Brooklyn and everything that happens within it

-Demonstrated success and knowledge in a variety of social platforms

-Ability to multitask in a high pressure environment

-Professional writing and/or journalism experience

-Proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud, Microsoft Office and video editing software

To Apply

Send cover letter, resume and portfolio to jdh@brooklyneagle.com.