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Social Editor, Sports - Nights & Weekends

Remote: 
Full Remote
Contract: 
Experience: 
Mid-level (2-5 years)
Work from: 
New York (USA), United States

Offer summary

Qualifications:

2-3 years of social media experience, Strong writing and communication skills, Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite, Deep knowledge of sports and pop culture.

Key responsabilities:

  • Develop and oversee Complex Sports' social voice
  • Create and curate content for platforms
  • Lead community management and moderation
  • Ideate original real-time content for audiences
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Job description

Company And Culture

Created in 2002 by Marc Eckō, Complex is a leading global youth entertainment network showcasing the evolution of major pop culture categories, including streetwear and style, music, sneakers, and sports. Complex is a juggernaut in the content and culture space, delivering unprecedented global reach.

Complex is the world’s definitive cultural commerce, content, and experiential platform. We have created an all-new operating system built for the next generation, seamlessly integrating discovery, inspiration, community, and shopping. The company represents an expansion of the original vision with a deep understanding of convergence culture and its impact on contemporary society.

Whether through video, long-form editorial, or social content, Complex tells stories that engage dynamic conversation with our communities. Our internet-breaking cover stories document the heroes of culture and take them to the next level through product collaboration and shoppability.

Complex has become experts in creating immersive environments at our IRL experiences and cultural events. ComplexCon is our flagship festival bringing together the world’s most influential brands and artists for an unforgettable weekend of style, sneakers, art, design, food, music, inspiration and more. 

Join us to help redefine the way people shop, while building a global marketplace that moves at the speed of culture. Complex is committed to building a high performing team that is passionate about what they do and the communities we serve.

Everyone at Complex truly believes in the company and its mission; it’s a requirement for working here. There is synergy within the teams that make Complex what it is, a well-oiled machine. Employees are at the forefront of the company's success because every one of us is given the opportunity to provide suggestions, feedback, and direction.

Working Days & Hours : Thursday - Monday
Thur, Fri, Mon: 6pm to 12am ET:
Sat & Sun: 1pm to 9pm ET

What You'll Do
  • Develop, refine, and oversee the voice of Complex Sports Social (Facebook, Twitter, 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 the Complex Sports Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. 
  • 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.
  • Own Sports-specific pegs and work with the design team to develop platform-specific assets for big moments, developing light creative assets when necessary.
  • Work closely with editorial and video, collaborating cross-functionally across all Complex Networks internal departments, serving as key social lead for Sports and other verticals as needed.
  • Ideate, source, and create original real-time content for all Complex Sports audiences, identifying memes and trends at the cusp of virality.
  • Participate in editorial and social brainstorms and cover meetings when needed. 
  • Serve as the point person on all social goals (growth, traffic, views, and engagement) and be accountable for providing vertical-specific tactics, strategic pivots, and added direction when needed.
  • Track nd 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.
  • Work with Strategy and Sales teams to package and pitch social series and franchises.

  • Who You Are
  • 2-3 years of social media and editorial experience with a publisher or brand
  • A deep understanding of the Complex Sports content, voice, and tone
  • 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 weekends/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)
  • Extensive knowledge of Sports culture and 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
  • Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite and Premiere Pro

  • Core Competencies
  • Possesses an entrepreneurial spirit
  • Thinks strategically and analytically
  • Pushes for creative and out-of-the-box ideas
  • Action-oriented
  • Drives results
  • Cultivates innovation
  • Required profile

    Experience

    Level of experience: Mid-level (2-5 years)
    Spoken language(s):
    English
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    Other Skills

    • Collaboration
    • Communication
    • Decision Making

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