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Temporary Engagement Editor, Esquire Job at Hearst Magazines in New York

Hearst Magazines, New York, NY, United States, 10261

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Job Description

Esquire is seeking a Temporary Engagement Editor, reporting directly to the Senior Digital Director. Responsibilities include creating compelling content that runs on all of Esquire’s social platforms, plus coverage of news, culture, and zeitgeisty topics that can run on socials, digital, print, etc. Additionally, the Engagement Editor will contribute to the commerce department, covering trending viral moments. The ideal candidate has an interest in shooting social-first video content and a knack for creating voicey posts that help drive loyalty, traffic, subscription, affiliate revenues, and engagement. Essential skills for this position include creativity, agility, and attention to detail–as well as a deep knowledge of Instagram, TikTok, Reddit, Facebook, and X trends.

Job Description

Esquire is seeking a Temporary Engagement Editor, reporting directly to the Senior Digital Director. Responsibilities include creating compelling content that runs on all of Esquire’s social platforms, plus coverage of news, culture, and zeitgeisty topics that can run on socials, digital, print, etc. Additionally, the Engagement Editor will contribute to the commerce department, covering trending viral moments. The ideal candidate has an interest in shooting social-first video content and a knack for creating voicey posts that help drive loyalty, traffic, subscription, affiliate revenues, and engagement. Essential skills for this position include creativity, agility, and attention to detail–as well as a deep knowledge of Instagram, TikTok, Reddit, Facebook, and X trends.

Responsibilities

  • Create content for Esquire’s social platforms
  • Write newsy pieces for socials, digital, and print
  • Write trending commerce content for the site

Qualifications

  • You have 3+ years of related experience, preferably working for a magazine or digital media brand.
  • You have a strong understanding of and interest in Facebook , Instagram, Reddit, and TikTok, and keep up-to-date on the platforms' latest trends, tools and features.
  • You have a special knack for optimizing content for all social platforms, especially when it comes to crafting clicky headlines and keeping video viewers hooked.
  • You are organized and thrive working in a fast-paced environment.
  • You are flexible and comfortable taking feedback.
  • You have strong interpersonal skills and a positive, professional attitude.
  • You are enthusiastic about brand strategy and growth.

Seniority level

  • Seniority level

    Mid-Senior level

Employment type

  • Employment type

    Full-time

Job function

  • Job function

    Marketing, Public Relations, and Writing/Editing

  • Industries

    Media Production

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