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GONG!

Weekend Content Manager

New York, NY · On-site

The fun part is that you can overlay any GIF you want onto any story before sharing to truly ... We are looking to add a part-time weekend content manager that will assist in content creation and ...

L&G Childcare Services LLC

Lead Teacher

Freehold, NJ · On-site

$15.50 - $18/hr

... weekends, and major holidays OFF! Does this describe you? * You love to have fun and be fun. * You smile until your cheeks hurt. * Have an "I've got this" attitude. * You are flexible and able to ...

L&G Childcare Services LLC

Lead Teacher

Freehold, NJ · On-site

$15.50 - $18/hr

... weekends, and major holidays OFF! Does this describe you? * You love to have fun and be fun. * You smile until your cheeks hurt. * Have an "I've got this" attitude. * You are flexible and able to ...

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What is a fun weekend job?

Fun Weekend jobs are positions specifically designed for weekends that focus on enjoyable or engaging activities. These roles often include working at events, amusement parks, entertainment venues, or in hospitality, where the main goal is to help others have a good time or to participate in social experiences. Common examples include party hosts, event staff, tour guides, or activity coordinators. These jobs are ideal for people looking to earn extra income while enjoying lively, upbeat environments.

What are common challenges in a weekend event coordinator role, and how can they be addressed?

Weekend event coordinators often face challenges such as managing tight timelines, handling last-minute changes, and ensuring smooth coordination among vendors and staff. To address these, strong organizational skills, effective communication, and flexibility are essential. Building detailed checklists, maintaining open lines of communication, and having contingency plans can help coordinators stay prepared for unexpected issues and maintain a positive experience for attendees.

What is the difference between Fun Weekend vs Event Coordinator?

AspectFun Weekend
Role FocusOrganizing recreational activities and entertainment for weekends or events
Required SkillsEvent planning, customer service, creativity
Work EnvironmentEvent venues, outdoor settings, entertainment spaces
CertificationsNone typically required, but certifications in event planning can help

While Fun Weekend focuses on creating enjoyable experiences for specific events or weekends, an Event Coordinator manages a broader range of events, including corporate functions and large-scale gatherings. Fun Weekend roles are often more casual and seasonal, whereas Event Coordinators handle planning, logistics, and execution across various event types year-round.

What are the most commonly searched types of Fun jobs in New York?

The most popular types of Fun jobs in New York are:

What cities in New York are hiring for Fun Weekend jobs?

Cities in New York with the most Fun Weekend job openings:

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Infographic showing various Fun Weekend job openings in New York as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 70% Full Time, 29% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution.

Weekend Content Manager

GONG!

New York, NY • On-site

Part-time

Re-posted 15 days ago

Job description

Company Description
GONG! is a well-funded new mobile startup changing how we share and consume the web's top news stories. With our product launch quickly approaching, you will be joining a company that is quickly expanding. Our founders are experienced leaders in the startup space, managing over $1BB of P&L in private and publicly-listed companies, and building teams of over 2,000 people. Our CEO was even on the team that created World of Warcraft!
A little while back we realized that reading the news and articles really sucks and is generally boring or unentertaining. We wanted to change that. We built an app that allows you to search or discover stories from any source or friend and share them with whoever you want, publicly or privately. The fun part is that you can overlay any GIF you want onto any story before sharing to truly express how you feel and spice it up a bit. Our mission is simple, make news fun, entertaining, emotional, and a truly engaging, personalized experience.
Job Description
Are you the smartest wiseass in the room? Do you think you have what it takes to be the next Jon Stewart? If so, we'd like to chat.
We are looking to add a part-time weekend content manager that will assist in content creation and curation.
This is a part time position. You will report to the Head of Community.
You: Speak in GIFs and emoticons. Have an amazing sense of witty humor. Share content and articles on a regular basis. Have a social media following and consider yourself and influencer.
Job Description:
Create engaging & entertaining content for our community
Manage tracking and performance metrics for all social media channels
Manage & curate content to maximize engagement among our users and ensure timeliness of trending stories
Engage and interact with our community
Source and promote content and users that represent the best of the GONG! community
Saturdays and Sundays from 8am - 2pm.
Qualifications
To be successful in this role, you'll have:
An awesome sense of humor
An understanding on trending content and stories from around the web
Exceptional writing, communication and editing skills
Solid judgment as a brand's social media ambassador
Experience collaborating well with others
An ability to think creatively about how to best represent our product
An ability to work well and in a timely fashion under no supervision
To apply, let us know why you would be a stellar content manager. Generic cover letters will not be considered.
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