About the Role
Develop, manage, and publish engaging content across all social channels while gathering, verifying, and promoting breaking news. Shape our digital voice, grow the online community, and drive traffic to print and web editions.
Key Responsibilities
- Content creation: write captions, headlines, and short-form copy for Facebook, Instagram, X, TikTok, YouTube, LinkedIn, and Reels
- Visual design: develop and edit photos, graphics, videos, and infographics to platform specifications
- Platform management: schedule posts, engage followers, monitor conversations, and align with brand guidelines
- Analytics & reporting: track reach, impressions, and engagement; analyze trends; optimize strategy; produce monthly performance reports
- News gathering: scan feeds for story leads, verify information, and collaborate with print reporters
- Special projects: help build and mentor the Atech Social Media Intern Program, oversee influencer outreach, and support paid campaigns
Qualifications
- Exceptional writing, editing, and verbal communication skills
- Strong visual design sense with basic graphic/video editing proficiency
- Deep familiarity with major social platforms and analytics tools (e.g., Google Analytics)
- Newsroom instincts: fact-checking rigor, SEO awareness, and journalistic ethics
- Ability to juggle deadlines, pivot on breaking news, and thrive in a fast-paced environment
- Highly organized, self-motivated, and collaborative mindset
Why Join Us?
- Play a pivotal role in a respected community newspaper
- Flexible scheduling with full-time or part-time options
- Opportunity to shape a new social media intern program
- Competitive salary and benefits for full-time positions
To apply, email your resume, cover letter, and links to three recent social media campaigns to jelampson@gazettenews.com with the subject line “Social Media Editor & Reporter Application.” We can’t wait to see how you’ll help us innovate and keep our community connected!
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $14.00 - $17.00 per hour
Expected hours: No more than 40 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Flexible schedule
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
Ability to Commute:
- Jefferson, OH 44047 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Jefferson, OH 44047: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Jefferson, OH 44047