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Part Time, Social Media Assistant, Inverse

Fatherly

Fatherly

Marketing & Communications
Remote
Posted on Sep 5, 2023
About BDG:
BDG is one of today’s leading global media companies with a portfolio of distinct digital and experiential brands that are shaping culture through its authentic and trusted storytelling. Audiences turn to our brands – Bustle, Elite Daily, The Zoe Report, NYLON, Inverse, Mic, W, Romper, Scary Mommy, Fatherly, and The Dad – to hear from a set of diverse voices around the interests engaging the next generation. Founded in 2013, the Company reaches over 223 million readers and social fans and serves hundreds of the world's largest advertisers. BDG has global offices in New York, Los Angeles, Miami, London, and Paris.
The Role:
Bustle Digital Group (“BDG”) is seeking a part-time Social Media Assistant to join our Inverse Social team.
The ideal candidate should be a self-starter, capable of juggling many tasks, and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment. The Social Media Assistant will work closely with the Social Media Manager and be responsible for writing social copy, scheduling posts, and running analytics reports for the brand’s social pages. Other responsibilities may include helping to oversee social voice and strategy, social partnerships, creating original social content for our various channels, and working with the larger BDG social team on cross-brand initiatives.
Applicants should have a passion for science, tech, gaming, entertainment and internet culture; have familiarity with leading social platforms; and possess strong communication skills. A great work ethic, ability to take initiative and a deep understanding of Inverse’s voice are a must.
This is a position covered under a collective bargaining agreement between BDG Media, Inc. and the Writers Guild of America East.

Key Accountabilities:

  • Execute day-to-day posting and scheduling for Inverse on Facebook and Twitter
  • Create visual content for Instagram and TikTok
  • Regularly pitch new, innovative social concepts and ideas
  • Coordinate social strategy with the edit team of Inverse
  • Use analytic tools to track growth and success across social channels
  • Outreach to aggregators such as Flipboard and Apple News

Candidate Profile:

  • 1-2 years experience working in social media
  • Ability to write optimized, smart social copy
  • Thorough understanding of Inverse’s voice and a passion for using social platforms to reach audiences in innovative ways
  • Ability to identify and apply emerging, on-brand trends to social strategy
  • Advanced knowledge in consumer tech
  • Excellent organizational skillsWillingness to alter workflow with a sense of urgency
  • Exceptional communication skills
  • Basic video editing skills

Reporting to:

  • Senior Director, Social Media
Equal Opportunity Workplace Statement
BDG Media Inc. is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, and will not be discriminated against based on age, race, gender, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability, or any other protected category.
BDG is one of today’s leading global media companies with a portfolio of distinct digital and experiential brands that are shaping culture through its authentic and trusted storytelling. Audiences turn to our brands – Bustle, Elite Daily, The Zoe Report, NYLON, Inverse, Mic, W, Romper, Scary Mommy, Fatherly, and The Dad – to hear from a set of diverse voices around the interests engaging the next generation. Founded in 2013, the Company reaches over 223 million readers and social fans and serves hundreds of the world's largest advertisers. BDG has global offices in New York, Los Angeles, Miami, London, and Paris.