Social Content Editor at We Are Social

Los Angeles, California, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

16 Feb, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

18 Nov, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Social Literacy, Content Creation, Collaboration, Workflow Management, Photography, Videography, Design, Editing, Photoshop, Illustrator, Premiere, After Effects, Lightroom, InDesign, Trend Analysis, Branding

Industry

Advertising Services

Description

THE ROLE We Are Social is looking for a culture-hungry Editor who wants to make work that people will love. To do the job well, you’ll need a ‘social first’ editor with an eye for craft and a desire to get your hands dirty. We are seeking someone who lives in the space between pop culture and entertainment. WE ARE A creative agency powered by social connections. That means we thrive on what’s trending and creating campaigns that get people buzzing. We call it “Ideas Worth Talking About,” and we're proud to have played a part in some of the most culturally relevant campaigns of the decade for brands like McDonald’s, Adidas, Universal Studios, and YouTube. WHY YOU’LL LOVE IT HERE Our passport program lets you explore and work from one of our 18 other offices worldwide, including Paris, Singapore, Madrid, Dubai, London and more! You best believe we know how to celebrate our wins. And our losses (it’s how we learn). From carbon offsets to community kitchens, we’re passionate about making a difference. YOU ARE A person who thrives in a fast-paced environment, responding quickly and proactively Not interested in just following trends – you want to create them A self-starter, who’ll take ideas from concept to execution, navigating feedback like a pro What matters is your deep understanding of what resonates with social audiences. This role is energetic, innovative and forward-thinking. Alongside engaging with communities, you’ll guide brands by staying ahead of social trends and cultural moments. In return, you’ll join a global agency dedicated to generating buzzworthy ideas for some of the world’s leading brands. WHAT YOU’LL DO SOCIAL LITERACY: Identifying trends and opportunities as they emerge in social that stay true to our brands. Design to specific social platforms. CONTENT CREATION: From photography to videography, design, and platform native tools, you’ll create a wide range of content that suits the client, the moment and the idea. From quick social posts to lo-fi shoots, you have range and the ability to switch between styles while still experimenting and looking for unique opportunities to make work ownable and talked about. COLLABORATION: Work collaboratively with a large team of creatives from ideation to execution – helping to ensure ideas are created and brought to life faithfully while taking direction & feedback from leads. WORKFLOW MANAGEMENT: Manage multiple priorities and assignments. Execute with quick turnaround times for real time moments, capture trending moments, editing quickly and efficiently to deliver high quality work, on-time and with accuracy. REQUIREMENTS FOR THIS ROLE Online portfolio with relevant work examples. Demonstrable understanding of YouTube, Instagram and TikTok features, best practices, creator tools (such as CapCut), culture, including popular trends, memes, and sports communities. A strong point of view on what it takes to entertain audiences, drive views and build a dedicated following on social. Strong sense of color, layout, typography, visual hierarchy, and storytelling. You have a sense of branding and know how to work to brand guidelines while also pushing them. You know when to ask for feedback and you can implement it well. In-depth understanding of design and editing programs such as Photoshop and Illustrator, Premiere, After Effects, Lightroom, and InDesign. Understanding of best practices for platform-specific design features and elements. Stays informed on current design & social trends while keeping an eye out on upcoming trends & technology. An organized team player with an ability to work under tight deadlines and shifting priorities in a fast-paced environment. Willingness to experiment, get your hands dirty, and push work to be better. You have a natural enthusiasm and excitement for your work. JOIN US At We Are Social, we celebrate diverse perspectives and experiences. We welcome unique voices and talents, especially those not traditionally embraced by advertising. Discover more about our culture and our work. Let’s make great things together. We Are Social is an equal opportunity employer, committed to providing employment opportunities regardless of race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, childbirth and breastfeeding, age, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, or any other protected classification, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For California applicants, you may view We Are Social's Privacy Notice for California Employees and Job Applicants at https://wearesocial.com/us/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2023/07/CA-Employee-and-Job-Applicant-CPRA-Notice.pdf

Responsibilities

The Social Content Editor will identify trends and create engaging content tailored for various social platforms. This role involves collaborating with a creative team to bring ideas to life while managing multiple projects efficiently.