Social Media Editor

Hearst Health

Social Media Editor creating trend-driven video and editorial content for Hearst Magazines’ Cosmopolitan and Seventeen. Managing daily social programming, live coverage, and performance optimization across major platforms.

Posted 8/13/2026full-timeNew York City • New York • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $68,340 - $70,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in social media strategy and video content creation, with a strong focus on platforms like Instagram and TikTok. Proven ability to analyze performance metrics and adapt content to engage audiences effectively.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Social Media StrategyVideo Content CreationInstagram and TikTok ProficiencyCopywriting and Editorial SkillsMobile Video Production

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Hard Skills

Video EditingContent CreationSocial Media ManagementPerformance AnalysisShort-Form Video Production

Soft Skills

CreativityCollaborationAdaptabilityCuriosity

Tools & Technologies

Adobe PremiereFinal Cut ProPhotoshopSprinklrSprout Social

Industry Keywords

Digital MediaPop CultureCelebrity NewsSocial TrendsEditorial Initiatives

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Program Cosmopolitan and Seventeen’s social channels daily, primarily Instagram and TikTok, with secondary support for X and Snapchat
Respond quickly and creatively to pop culture, breaking celebrity news, internet trends, and the broader zeitgeist with distinctive, on-brand points of view
Concept, shoot, edit, and publish social-first short-form video for TikTok and Instagram Reels
Execute social strategy around cover launches, feature packages, brand tentpoles, and other priority editorial initiatives
Capture behind-the-scenes content at Cosmopolitan and Seventeen shoots
Collaborate with talent and external representatives to produce original social-only interviews and content
Cover live events and awards shows in real time, on location and remotely
Analyze weekly and monthly platform performance and translate insights into recommendations
Collaborate with Cosmopolitan and Seventeen editorial teams and Hearst’s central video team
Contribute perspective on emerging platforms, formats, and audience behaviors

Requirements

What you’ll need

3+ years of experience in digital media, social media, video content creation, or a related field
Demonstrated success growing social accounts and creating high-performing content across at least two major social platforms
Strong understanding of Instagram, TikTok, X, Snapchat, and emerging platforms
Hands-on experience shooting and editing short-form video for TikTok, Instagram Reels, or similar platforms in a professional media environment
Excellent copywriting and editorial instincts
Ability to create engaging captions, headlines, and sharp takes reflecting a distinct brand voice
Confidence appearing on camera in short-form video and vodcast formats
Comfort capturing content in fast-moving environments
Proficiency with mobile video production and editing tools
Working knowledge of Adobe Premiere, Final Cut Pro, Photoshop, or similar creative tools preferred
Experience with Sprinklr, Dash Hudson, Sprout Social, or similar social publishing and analytics platforms preferred
Strong curiosity about pop culture, celebrity news, internet culture, and social trends
Ability to work from the New York City office 4 days per week

Benefits

Comp & perks

Hybrid work flexibility
Access to innovative training programs
Immersive workshops
Exclusive industry events
Employee Resource Groups
Medical insurance from Day 1
Dental insurance from Day 1
Vision insurance from Day 1
401(k) plan with a generous company match
Collaboration with top-tier professionals across media, advertising, tech, fashion, lifestyle, and publishing