Deputy Director - State Social Media

September 20

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Description

• Responsible for management of the state-based social media team. • Provide guidance, mentorship, and operational support to social media managers. • Oversee day-to-day execution of social media activities across state newsrooms. • Act as the go-to person for troubleshooting challenges that arise. • Ensure that content meets Courier’s editorial standards. • Serve as a liaison between the social media team and other departments. • Cultivate a supportive and inclusive team environment. • Provide ongoing training and coaching to social media managers. • Ensure timely and accurate reporting on social media performance.

Requirements

• 3-5 years of experience managing social media teams for a news outlet, nonprofit, or advocacy organization. • Demonstrated experience leading and mentoring a team with a collaborative and empathetic approach. • Strong organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines while providing day-to-day support to a distributed team. • Experience in social media content creation and familiarity with platform-specific best practices. • Excellent communication skills, with the ability to provide clear and constructive feedback. • Passion for coaching and supporting the development of team members in a fast-paced environment. • Ability to adapt to evolving challenges, troubleshoot problems, and stay calm under pressure. • Preferred: Experience working with remote teams and managing geographically distributed staff. • Background in local news, political advocacy, or civic engagement.