Freelance Pop & Internet Culture Social Editor - Weekends

Complex · New York

Company And Culture
 
Complex is the definitive platform for global youth culture and music lifestyle, seamlessly integrating cutting-edge content, commerce and live experiences with unparalleled scale. Through innovative content, Complex tells stories of music, streetwear and style, sports, art and beyond. Its content engages in a dynamic conversation with the audience, reflecting and shaping the zeitgeist of convergence culture. A powerful media juggernaut paired with a curated marketplace, Complex is redefining the way fans interact with their favorite brands and artists and reshaping the future of digital culture and commerce.
 
Working Days & Hours
Saturday: 6pm – 1am ET 
Sunday: 6pm – 1am ET

What You'll Do

  • Execute the voice of Complex Pop Culture social (Facebook, Twitter/X, Instagram, TikTok) on all of our social platforms, exhibiting excellent judgment and audience-sensitive framing.
  • Create, curate, and be responsible for all content published to Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram for Complex Pop Culture, specifically focusing on streaming and creator culture.
  • Lead community management, moderation, and DM management using a deep understanding of the Complex tone and voice.
  • Surface and pitch viral, breaking, and social-friendly content to our news team.
    Develop creative assets in Photoshop and Premiere/CapCut.
  • Ideate, source, and create original real-time content for all Complex Pop and Internet Culture audiences, identifying memes and trends at the cusp of virality.
  • Support all social goals (growth, traffic, views, and engagement) and be accountable for providing vertical-specific tactics, strategic pivots, and added direction when needed.
  • Track and share social and platform best practices with internal teams, providing best-in-class examples where possible.
  • Manage workflow of editorial social posts, working with the branded social team to coordinate posting and schedules, when necessary.

Who You Are

  • 2-3 years of social media and editorial experience with a publisher or brand
  • Extensive knowledge of internet and pop culture, with a specific focus on film/TV, anime, Twitch/Kick streamers and creators, and video games
  • A deep understanding of the Complex Pop Culture content, voice, and tone
  • Must be proficient in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop & Premiere)
  • Must be proficient in mobile editing softwares, particularly CapCut
  • Experience with AI image generation
  • Positive, intuitive, proactive, and collaborative team player
  • Strong writing and communication skills, proofreading experience, and quick decision-making skills
  • Must be willing to work nights and occasional holidays for coverage of live events
    Robust knowledge of streetwear/fashion and how it connects to areas such as pop culture + sports + music
  • Possess a deep understanding and fluency of all social media platforms (Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, TikTok, YouTube Shorts)
  • Proven track record in driving audience and consumer action on social
  • Remain up-to-date on what our competitive set is doing to ensure that our lane isn’t being stepped on
  • Self-management skills + take charge attitude
  • Possesses an entrepreneurial spirit
  • Thinks strategically and analytically
  • Pushes for creative and out-of-the-box ideas
  • Action-oriented
  • Drives results
  • Cultivates innovation
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