[Hiring] Social Media Editor @Reach plc

Role Description

We are looking for a Social Media Editor to join our growing Social team working across four of Reach’s top brands - Mirror, Express, Irish Star and Liverpool.com. This is a fantastic opportunity to drive traffic to our social media platforms, increase brand awareness and maximise audience engagement.

• Find and pitch stories using analytics and tools to identify trending topics.
• Edit and post stories on our social pages.
• Identify new platforms where our brands could thrive.
• Cover live events and breaking news on social media.
• Deliver fast turnaround on major stories across the US and around the world.
• Bring in exclusive stories that set us apart from our rivals.

Qualifications

• Experienced and digitally savvy social media professional.
• Knowledge of media law and attention to detail.
• Previous experience in a social media focused role within a newsroom environment.
• Sharp eye for a story and keen interest in current affairs.
• Excellent communicator with the ability to sell stories with flair, passion, and skill.
• Fast but accurate writer with web and social skills.
• Proficiency in video.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong understanding of the power of social media.
• Detailed knowledge of Facebook, Instagram, Whatsapp, X, Threads, Reddit, and emerging platforms.
• Strong video experience, ideally with extensive knowledge of Premier.
• Background in events, sport, tabloid, or breaking news is desirable.
• Experience and knowledge of Echobox.

Requirements

• Self-starter who can work independently.
• Exceptional organizational skills for maintaining video equipment.
• Willingness to cover events, alone or with a reporter.

Benefits

• 25 days of paid time off on an accrual basis per year (15 days PTO plus 10 statutory holidays) and 5 sick days.
• 401k - Up to 3.5% employer contribution depending on your contribution.
• Personal Medical Insurance.
• Paid Leave for Maternity/Paternity/Adoption/Caregiver/Medical Leave.
• Employee Discounts - Save on hotels, concerts, sport events and more!
• Access to FinFit via Paychex our HR system.
• Wellbeing support including a 24/7 employee assistance programme (EAP).
• Awesome career opportunities with support from your line manager.