Senior Content Producer – Social Media (Remote)

Job summary

This role involves creating and managing high-quality social media content focused on US politics and news in a fully remote setup. The position requires strong editorial judgment and the ability to produce timely and engaging updates across various digital platforms.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in social media content production for news or media brands.
• Strong knowledge of US politics, government processes, and current affairs.
• Proven ability to monitor and identify relevant news stories and angles.
• Excellent research, verification, and writing skills.
• Ability to adapt content for different social media platforms.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Portfolio of relevant work demonstrating social media expertise.

Responsibilities

• Track and monitor US political and national news developments.
• Produce breaking news posts and updates for platforms like Facebook and X.
• Research and verify information from primary sources and trusted reporting.
• Publish updates as new verified information becomes available.
• Select and optimize visual assets to support content.
• Collaborate with editors to maintain editorial accuracy and standards.
• Manage multiple stories while meeting tight deadlines.
• Support coverage of major political events and breaking news.

Skills

• Strong editorial judgment and ability to create accurate content quickly.
• Experience adapting news content for different audience behaviors.
• Ability to write clear and concise social media copy under pressure.
• Understanding of confirmed facts versus reported claims and opinions.

Education

• Relevant degree or equivalent experience in journalism, communications, or a related field.

Tools

• Familiarity with social media management tools and digital publishing platforms.