Social Media Coordinator

Job Category: Social Media Marketing
Job Type: Full Time
Job Location: Atlanta - GA

The E.W. Scripps Company

The E.W Scripps company is hiring a Social Media Coordinator. This individual will assist with the execution of strategic social media and digital initiatives including daily posts to all applicable social media platforms.

Scripps offers a remote work option for this position

WHAT YOU’LL DO:

  • Assists with digital and social interaction with viewers and fans in real time on various web platforms.
  • Determines best practices to optimize video content across social media platforms.
  • Works with various departments to ensure proper online messaging, relevancy and consistency across multiple networks.
  • Assists with cultivating new communities and managing branded online communities using Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, Instagram, and other social media platforms.

WHAT YOU’LL NEED:

  • A degree in communications, marketing, or a related field.
  • 2+ years of marketing, public relations experience and/or social networking experience; strong familiarity with online marketing best practices.

WHAT YOU’LL BRING:

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills (including proofreading)
  • Expert knowledge of social networking channels.
  • Experience writing, editing and crafting content for the social media space.
  • Experience with social media management and analytical tools.
  • The ability to work with cross-functional teams, a knack for research, sharp wit and a willingness to work during nonstandard business hours.

SCRIPPS’ COMMITMENT TO A CULTURE THAT CREATES CONNECTION:

At Scripps, we are committed to a culture that reflects the audiences and communities we serve. We are intentional about creating an environment where employees, our audiences and other stakeholders feel valued and inspired to reach their full potential and create connections. To successfully deliver on this commitment, we must understand and reflect the values and perspectives those around us embody. That process begins by looking inward to build and celebrate a respectful workplace where everyone feels a sense of belonging and connection. By continuing to cultivate an environment where all employees have a fair chance to succeed, are included, valued, and seen, we will strengthen the connections that drive positive business impact and align with our core purpose.

ABOUT SCRIPPS:

The E.W. Scripps Company (NASDAQ: SSP) is a diversified media company focused on creating a better-informed world. As one of the nation’s largest local TV broadcasters, Scripps serves communities with quality, objective local journalism and operates a portfolio of more than 60 stations in 40+ markets. Scripps reaches households across the U.S. with national news outlets Scripps News and Court TV and popular entertainment brands ION, Bounce, Defy TV, Grit, ION Mystery and Laff. Scripps is the nation’s largest holder of broadcast spectrum. Scripps is the longtime steward of the Scripps National Spelling Bee. Founded in 1878, Scripps’ long-time motto is: “Give light and the people will find their own way.”

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