The New York Times
Temporary Social Media Editor – NYT Cooking
NYT Cooking is looking for a temporary social media editor with strong writing skills, strategic instincts, an eye for visuals and a love of food to join our team for a temporary engagement based in New York, with in‑office requirements.
Responsibilities
Publish 3‑5 Instagram reels and TikToks daily
Receive and publish video files produced by other team members
Write recipe‑related text to appear in the video as needed, as well as captions
Add closed captions and music in‑app
Build 6‑10 Instagram feed posts daily
Write and then workshop headlines with an editor, for their approval
Select and crop photos to use in posts
Add text to posts using Figma
Write captions, receive edits and schedule posts to publish
Join regular social promo meetings to brainstorm and think creatively about visuals and copy for posts
Help grow our accounts by keeping a close eye on social trends and engaging with the audience
Demonstrate support and understanding of our value of journalistic independence and a strong commitment to our mission to seek the truth and help people understand the world
Report to the Assistant Editor, NYT Cooking
Work in‑office in New York City four days a week with some flexibility for remote work per departmental guidance
Basic Qualifications
At least 3+ years of experience as a social media editor at a brand or publication, managing Instagram and TikTok accounts
Experience with social scheduling platforms, graphic design platforms like Figma, and database platforms like AirTable
Preferred Qualifications
Strong editorial news judgment and knowledge of the digital food/cooking landscape
Ability to write clearly and concisely, with voice and style
Basic benefits: This position is represented by the NewsGuild of NY.
The hourly rate of base pay for this role is:
$62.61 – $63.19 USD
The New York Times Company is committed to being the world’s best source of independent, reliable and quality journalism. We embrace a diverse workforce that has a broad range of backgrounds and experiences across our ranks, at all levels of the organization. We encourage people from all backgrounds to apply.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate on the basis of an individual's sex, age, race, color, creed, national origin, alienage, religion, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation or affectional preference, gender identity and expression, disability, genetic trait or predisposition, carrier status, citizenship, veteran or military status and other personal characteristics protected by law. All applications will receive consideration for employment without regard to legally protected characteristics. The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC)’s Know Your Rights Poster is available here.
The New York Times Company will provide reasonable accommodations as required by applicable federal, state, and/or local laws. Individuals seeking an accommodation for the application or interview process should email reasonable.accommodations@nytimes.com. Emails sent for unrelated issues, such as following up on an application, will not receive a response.
For information about The New York Times' privacy practices for job applicants click here.
Please beware of fraudulent job postings. Scammers may post fraudulent job opportunities, and they may even make fraudulent employment offers. This is done by bad actors to collect personal information and money from victims. All legitimate job opportunities from The New York Times will be accessible through The New York Times careers site. The New York Times will not ask job applicants for financial information or for payment, and will not refer you to a third party to do so. You should never send money to anyone who suggests they can provide employment with The New York Times.
If you see a fake or fraudulent job posting, or if you suspect you have received a fraudulent offer, you can report it to The New York Times at NYTapplicants@nytimes.com. You can also file a report with the Federal Trade Commission or your state attorney general.
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Responsibilities
Publish 3‑5 Instagram reels and TikToks daily
Receive and publish video files produced by other team members
Write recipe‑related text to appear in the video as needed, as well as captions
Add closed captions and music in‑app
Build 6‑10 Instagram feed posts daily
Write and then workshop headlines with an editor, for their approval
Select and crop photos to use in posts
Add text to posts using Figma
Write captions, receive edits and schedule posts to publish
Join regular social promo meetings to brainstorm and think creatively about visuals and copy for posts
Help grow our accounts by keeping a close eye on social trends and engaging with the audience
Demonstrate support and understanding of our value of journalistic independence and a strong commitment to our mission to seek the truth and help people understand the world
Report to the Assistant Editor, NYT Cooking
Work in‑office in New York City four days a week with some flexibility for remote work per departmental guidance
Basic Qualifications
At least 3+ years of experience as a social media editor at a brand or publication, managing Instagram and TikTok accounts
Experience with social scheduling platforms, graphic design platforms like Figma, and database platforms like AirTable
Preferred Qualifications
Strong editorial news judgment and knowledge of the digital food/cooking landscape
Ability to write clearly and concisely, with voice and style
Basic benefits: This position is represented by the NewsGuild of NY.
The hourly rate of base pay for this role is:
$62.61 – $63.19 USD
The New York Times Company is committed to being the world’s best source of independent, reliable and quality journalism. We embrace a diverse workforce that has a broad range of backgrounds and experiences across our ranks, at all levels of the organization. We encourage people from all backgrounds to apply.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate on the basis of an individual's sex, age, race, color, creed, national origin, alienage, religion, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation or affectional preference, gender identity and expression, disability, genetic trait or predisposition, carrier status, citizenship, veteran or military status and other personal characteristics protected by law. All applications will receive consideration for employment without regard to legally protected characteristics. The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC)’s Know Your Rights Poster is available here.
The New York Times Company will provide reasonable accommodations as required by applicable federal, state, and/or local laws. Individuals seeking an accommodation for the application or interview process should email reasonable.accommodations@nytimes.com. Emails sent for unrelated issues, such as following up on an application, will not receive a response.
For information about The New York Times' privacy practices for job applicants click here.
Please beware of fraudulent job postings. Scammers may post fraudulent job opportunities, and they may even make fraudulent employment offers. This is done by bad actors to collect personal information and money from victims. All legitimate job opportunities from The New York Times will be accessible through The New York Times careers site. The New York Times will not ask job applicants for financial information or for payment, and will not refer you to a third party to do so. You should never send money to anyone who suggests they can provide employment with The New York Times.
If you see a fake or fraudulent job posting, or if you suspect you have received a fraudulent offer, you can report it to The New York Times at NYTapplicants@nytimes.com. You can also file a report with the Federal Trade Commission or your state attorney general.
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