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Social Media Coach

Employer
The Washington Post
Location
Washington, DC
Closing date
Dec 14, 2022

Job Details

Application Instructions

Please list all professional experience and explain any gaps in employment history. All of your application materials, which may include PDF files of work samples and/or links to audio, video, photography or graphics, must be uploaded to the field labeled Resume/Cover Letter/Work Samples to be considered for the position.

Job Description

The Washington Post is seeking a social media coach to help journalists connect with new audiences on social media platforms. The successful candidate will be able to develop strategic guidance and practical tips to leverage reporters' unique voices and talents to reach new audiences at a pivotal time in the crowded media landscape.

The person who fills this role will have an opportunity to coach journalists seeking to connect with audiences and craft clear audience growth or engagement tactics that foster a healthy dialogue and develop online communities. A strong candidate will be highly organized, a confident independent worker, and a clear communicator interested in staying up to date on and sharing information or feedback about how to develop audience connection and resonance amid changes in social, video and audio platforms. They will have a keen sense of platform and industry best practices or trends and will be plugged into what is happening online. The ideal candidate should be a team player with a passion for journalism, who likes a continuous learning environment and crafting growth strategies.

Responsibilities:
  • Develop strong ideas for strategies to grow the reach of Washington Post journalists on social media while adhering to all Post standards and social media policies
  • Coach and offer feedback on best approaches for team and individual use of social platforms
  • Share feedback, guidance and strategies for journalists to use when engaging with audiences on social platforms
  • Act as a sounding board for questions from journalists about best practices on social platforms and how to foster engagement with audiences, sources and colleagues.


Minimum Qualifications:
  • At least 3 years of journalism experience
  • Audience engagement experience and a demonstrated ability to work across social platforms
  • Well-versed in social platforms including Facebook, TikTok, Twitter, Instagram, Reddit
  • Ability to think creatively about innovative ideas for engaging dialogue formats that foster growth
  • Exceptional communication and organizational skills
  • Ability to work effectively in a hybrid environment
  • A record of accomplishment of conversational writing and creative use of social media
  • A passion for The Washington Post's journalism and its mission.


This position is based in our Washington newsroom.

Candidates should upload a résumé and cover letter to our jobs portal. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled, but those received by 09/25/2022 will be prioritized. The cover letter should be addressed to Head of Audience Strategy and Growth Erika Allen, Head of Newsroom Talent and Community Development Michelle Jaconi, and Deputy Director, Social, Off-Platform Curation Travis Lyles.

Wherever you are in your life or career, The Washington Post offers comprehensive and inclusive benefits for every step of your journey:

  • Competitive medical, dental and vision coverage
  • Company-paid pension and 401(k) match
  • Three weeks of vacation and up to three weeks of paid sick leave
  • Nine paid holidays and two personal days
  • 20 weeks paid parental leave for any new parent
  • Robust mental health resources
  • Backup care and caregiver concierge services
  • Gender affirming services
  • Pet insurance
  • Free Post digital subscription
  • Leadership and career development programs


Benefits may vary based on the job, full-time or part-time schedule, location, and collectively bargained status.

The Post strives to provide its readers with high-quality, trustworthy news and information while constantly innovating. That mission is best served by a diverse, multi-generational workforce with varied life experiences and perspectives. All cultures and backgrounds are welcomed.

Ever wondered if what you are doing will Impact Tomorrow? At The Washington Post, every employee shapes the way we deliver the news. Find the career that's right for you

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Company

Thank you for your interest in a career with The Washington Post. We invite you to review all of our open positions to find the one that's right for you. We look forward to receiving your resume!


Since it first began publication more than 130 years ago, The Washington Post has grown into one of the most storied and respected news organizations in the world. A subsidiary of The Washington Post Company, today's Post is the indispensable guide to Washington. In print, we enjoy the highest penetration of any major metropolitan newspaper in the United States. On the web, we have the third largest news website with 17 million unique visitors each month, and have recently launched a celebrated news app for the iPad. We serve Washington in all media, on any platform, including paid products, events, and tailored content.

More broadly, The Washington Post Company delivers quality products to today's students, readers and viewers. What unites our company is the immediacy of our products and services, created by teachers and tutors at Kaplan; reporters and editors at our media properties; and associates at Cable ONE.
Washington Post Media views its employees as its most valuable asset and provides a comprehensive benefits package to promote healthy and balanced lives at work and at home. We offer competitive salaries, opportunities for training and career advancement and an outstanding, progressive benefits package including:
Health and dental benefits
Flexible healthcare and dependent care spending accounts
401(k) and company-funded cash balance plan
Life and disability insurance
Tuition reimbursement
Adoption assistance
Domestic partner benefits
Employee assistance program
Employee referral program
 

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1301 K Street, N.W.
Washington
DC
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