Director, Social
Application Deadline:
31 December 2025
Department:
Multimedia
Employment Type:
Full Time
Location:
New York, New York
Reporting To:
VP, Multimedia
Compensation:
$110,000 - $140,000 / year
Description Front Office Sports is seeking a dynamic Director of Social to lead and manage the day-to-day operations of our social media team.
This role is designed for a true player-coach. We are seeking someone who can set the strategy and lead a team while also rolling up their sleeves to create, edit, and publish content. The ideal candidate will drive our content and growth strategies, oversee programming and posting schedules, and ensure consistent, high-quality coverage across all channels, including but not limited to YouTube, LinkedIn, Instagram, X, TikTok, Facebook, WhatsApp, and Threads.
Success in this role requires a deep understanding of the demands of a fast-paced media environment and the rhythms of a newsroom that covers breaking news around the clock. The Director will help balance creativity and operational excellence, ensuring the team is resourced, scheduled, and inspired to deliver engaging, on-brand content without burnout.
This role will report directly to the Vice President, Multimedia.
Key Responsibilities
Oversee the creation, programming, and community management of content produced by the social team
Work hand in hand with the VP of Multimedia to execute the agreed-upon cross-platform content strategies
Collaborate cross-functionally with the commercial and marketing teams on evergreen storytelling that is commercially viable
Work hand in hand with editors inside the newsroom on formatting, distributing, and promoting all types of news-driven content including scoops and exclusives emanating from the newsroom
Ideate, create, and post engaging social content (text, graphic, video, etc) across all channels
Create and oversee a shift schedule that ensures full news cycle coverage throughout the day and night
Maintain a thorough and organized content calendar for use by the internal team
Provide guidance, mentorship, and constructive performance feedback to social team members to drive individual and team success
Lead strategy and execution to expand reach and engagement across priority social platforms
Own the planning and delivery of sponsored and branded campaigns, collaborating cross-functionally to meet editorial and partner goals
Skills, Knowledge & Expertise
8+ years of digital/social content experience
Previous experience managing teams and accounts in a high-growth environment, preferably with a digitally native media and news company
A self-starter capable of taking initiative and leading a team
An audience-led strategist, using data to develop best practices
Ability to balance short-term deliverables with long-term projects in concurrent workstreams
Proficient understanding of how to build and engage audiences on various social channels
Keen understanding of the business of sports, what moves our audience, and what we can build to drive deeper engagement and better monetization
Video, photo, and graphic design experience is required
Paid media experience is preferred
Vast knowledge of the teams, athletes, and biggest names in the sports industry
Ability to work around the biggest events and moments in sports
Takes feedback to execute changes and make improvements
Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills
Excellent verbal communication and writing skills
Handles pressure effectively and exhibits a flexible, positive attitude
Background or experience working for a media/news company is preferred
Able and willing to travel, in addition to working non-traditional hours, including evenings and weekends as needed
Passion and desire to make, break, and cover news, turning the business of sports into entertainment
Perks & Benefits
Hybrid employees work from FOS’s New York office three days a week, while remote employees can opt for an Upflex coworking membership
Generous PTO policy to use as you please, plus sick time and company holidays
Employer-sponsored health benefits, including medical, dental, and vision
An annual professional development stipend and endless development opportunities at a growing startup
Plan for your future with our 401(k) plan, complemented by a 3% company match. We believe in supporting your long-term financial goals
Thrive in a dynamic environment with endless development opportunities at our growing startup
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31 December 2025
Department:
Multimedia
Employment Type:
Full Time
Location:
New York, New York
Reporting To:
VP, Multimedia
Compensation:
$110,000 - $140,000 / year
Description Front Office Sports is seeking a dynamic Director of Social to lead and manage the day-to-day operations of our social media team.
This role is designed for a true player-coach. We are seeking someone who can set the strategy and lead a team while also rolling up their sleeves to create, edit, and publish content. The ideal candidate will drive our content and growth strategies, oversee programming and posting schedules, and ensure consistent, high-quality coverage across all channels, including but not limited to YouTube, LinkedIn, Instagram, X, TikTok, Facebook, WhatsApp, and Threads.
Success in this role requires a deep understanding of the demands of a fast-paced media environment and the rhythms of a newsroom that covers breaking news around the clock. The Director will help balance creativity and operational excellence, ensuring the team is resourced, scheduled, and inspired to deliver engaging, on-brand content without burnout.
This role will report directly to the Vice President, Multimedia.
Key Responsibilities
Oversee the creation, programming, and community management of content produced by the social team
Work hand in hand with the VP of Multimedia to execute the agreed-upon cross-platform content strategies
Collaborate cross-functionally with the commercial and marketing teams on evergreen storytelling that is commercially viable
Work hand in hand with editors inside the newsroom on formatting, distributing, and promoting all types of news-driven content including scoops and exclusives emanating from the newsroom
Ideate, create, and post engaging social content (text, graphic, video, etc) across all channels
Create and oversee a shift schedule that ensures full news cycle coverage throughout the day and night
Maintain a thorough and organized content calendar for use by the internal team
Provide guidance, mentorship, and constructive performance feedback to social team members to drive individual and team success
Lead strategy and execution to expand reach and engagement across priority social platforms
Own the planning and delivery of sponsored and branded campaigns, collaborating cross-functionally to meet editorial and partner goals
Skills, Knowledge & Expertise
8+ years of digital/social content experience
Previous experience managing teams and accounts in a high-growth environment, preferably with a digitally native media and news company
A self-starter capable of taking initiative and leading a team
An audience-led strategist, using data to develop best practices
Ability to balance short-term deliverables with long-term projects in concurrent workstreams
Proficient understanding of how to build and engage audiences on various social channels
Keen understanding of the business of sports, what moves our audience, and what we can build to drive deeper engagement and better monetization
Video, photo, and graphic design experience is required
Paid media experience is preferred
Vast knowledge of the teams, athletes, and biggest names in the sports industry
Ability to work around the biggest events and moments in sports
Takes feedback to execute changes and make improvements
Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills
Excellent verbal communication and writing skills
Handles pressure effectively and exhibits a flexible, positive attitude
Background or experience working for a media/news company is preferred
Able and willing to travel, in addition to working non-traditional hours, including evenings and weekends as needed
Passion and desire to make, break, and cover news, turning the business of sports into entertainment
Perks & Benefits
Hybrid employees work from FOS’s New York office three days a week, while remote employees can opt for an Upflex coworking membership
Generous PTO policy to use as you please, plus sick time and company holidays
Employer-sponsored health benefits, including medical, dental, and vision
An annual professional development stipend and endless development opportunities at a growing startup
Plan for your future with our 401(k) plan, complemented by a 3% company match. We believe in supporting your long-term financial goals
Thrive in a dynamic environment with endless development opportunities at our growing startup
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