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Hook Music Inc

Social Media Lead

New York, NY · On-site

You'll develop Hook's content strategy, building an editorial calendar around cultural moments, holidays, and the music moments that matter. This is a role that requires both strategic management and ...

Areya Media

Staff Writer, OKP

Brooklyn, NY · Remote

$3.0K/mo

Pitch daily story ideas that expand on timely music and culture topics * Write 2-3 original pieces per week * Conduct interviews and develop well-reported features * Contribute to larger editorial ...

Okayplayer / OkayAfrica

Staff Writer, OKP

Brooklyn, NY · On-site

$3.0K/mo

Pitch daily story ideas that expand on timely music and culture topics * Write 2-3 original pieces per week * Conduct interviews and develop well-reported features * Contribute to larger editorial ...

Okayplayer / OkayAfrica

Staff Writer, OKP

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$3.0K/mo

Pitch daily story ideas that expand on timely music and culture topics * Write 2-3 original pieces per week * Conduct interviews and develop well-reported features * Contribute to larger editorial ...

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Okayplayer / OkayAfrica

Staff Writer, OKP

Brooklyn, NY · On-site

$3.0K/mo

Pitch daily story ideas that expand on timely music and culture topics * Write 2-3 original pieces per week * Conduct interviews and develop well-reported features * Contribute to larger editorial ...

Okayplayer / OkayAfrica

Staff Writer, OKP

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$3.0K/mo

Pitch daily story ideas that expand on timely music and culture topics * Write 2-3 original pieces per week * Conduct interviews and develop well-reported features * Contribute to larger editorial ...

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WFMT

WFMT Digital Writer/Editor

Chicago, IL · On-site

$57K - $65K/yr

... editorial strategy and designed to grow and engage audiences. This professional will bring to bear exceptional storytelling abilities, a passion for classical and related music genres, and a keen ...

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How much do music editorial jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 2, 2026, the average yearly pay for music editorial in the United States is $50,294.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $42,000.00 and $52,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is music editorial?

Music editorial refers to the process of selecting, curating, and organizing music content for media such as publications, streaming platforms, radio, or other outlets. Music editors are responsible for choosing tracks, creating playlists, writing reviews, and highlighting new artists to engage audiences and drive music discovery. This role requires a deep knowledge of music trends, genres, and audience preferences, as well as strong writing and analytical skills. Music editorial professionals often collaborate closely with artists, labels, and marketing teams to promote both emerging and established talent.

How does a music editorial professional typically collaborate with artists, producers, and other departments during a project?

Music Editorial professionals work closely with artists, producers, and various departments to ensure the music aligns with the creative vision of a project. They often coordinate with sound engineers, composers, and directors to refine song selection, edit tracks, and manage licensing issues. Regular meetings, feedback sessions, and revision cycles are common, making strong communication and organizational skills essential. This collaborative environment often requires flexibility, attention to detail, and the ability to balance creative input with project deadlines.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in music editorial, and why are they important?

To thrive in Music Editorial, you need a deep understanding of music theory, strong editorial judgment, and a background in music journalism or related fields. Familiarity with content management systems, music analytics platforms, and proficiency in audio editing software are often required. Exceptional communication, creativity, and attention to detail help editors craft compelling content and collaborate with artists and industry professionals. These skills ensure accurate, engaging coverage and curation, which is essential for connecting audiences with music in a competitive media landscape.
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Infographic showing various Music Editorial job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 52% Full Time, 46% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 93% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $50,294 per year, or $24.2 per hour.

Social Media Lead

Hook Music Inc

New York, NY • On-site

Full-time

Posted 22 days ago

Job description

About Hook
Hook is a social music platform, backed by top-tier investors, building the next generation of music discovery, fan expression, and creator growth. Fans use Hook to legally remix, mashup, and reimagine the songs they love, then share their creations with the world. We work with artists, labels, and rights holders to turn passive listening into active participation.
Role Overview
We're looking for a Social Media Lead to own Hook's voice and presence across every platform. You'll develop Hook's content strategy, building an editorial calendar around cultural moments, holidays, and the music moments that matter. This is a role that requires both strategic management and hands-on execution: you'll run complex workstreams across agencies, influencers, and artist partners, and you'll also be responsible for ensuring each post that goes out is well-drafted.
What You'll Do
  • Own Hook's social content strategy end to end: aligning with our brand and product marketing narratives, and building out an editorial calendar built around cultural moments, holidays, and key music moments (releases, tours, award shows, industry takes).
  • Be the voice of the brand: write sharp, culturally fluent copy across TikTok, Instagram, X, YouTube, and emerging platforms, and set the copy standard for everyone who posts on Hook's behalf.
  • Lead influencer and creator strategy, from sourcing and negotiating to briefing and managing creators, plus UGC campaigns and amplification that turns fan-made content into a growth engine.
  • Drive artist and label partnership activations, working with partners across the industry (labels, management, DSPs) on social collabs and campaign moments.
  • Manage our external agencies and creative collaborators for content creation and media buying, including briefs, creative review, performance ads on social, and holding partners to a high creative bar.
  • Support social influencer campaigns: work with Head of Growth to plan and allocate budget across organic, creators, and paid, and report on what it returned.
  • Oversee community management and social listening: set the playbook for DMs, comments, and trend-flagging, and manage and mentor our social media coordinator.
  • Plan and run integrated campaigns around product launches and marketing beats, coordinating in-house and agency workstreams.
  • Define what success looks like: set KPIs, build reporting on growth, engagement, and conversion, and use the data to decide what we do more (and less) of.
  • Bring a strong creative eye: art-direct content, give sharp feedback, and keep everything unmistakably Hook.
Required Skills & Experience
  • 3-5 years in social media, with time spent leading strategy AND executing it. You've grown brand channels yourself, not just overseen decks about them.
  • An exceptional copywriter with a distinctive voice and the range to flex from unhinged TikTok caption to polished partner announcement.
  • Deep, lived fluency in music and internet culture: you know why a sped-up remix is charting and which fandoms are driving it.
  • Proven experience managing influencer/creator programs and external agencies (content and/or media buying), including budgets and performance social.
  • Experience running community: DMs, comments, fan moments, and the judgment to know when to lean in and when to stay quiet.
  • Strong project management chops: you can run multiple complex workstreams across internal teams, agencies, and partners without dropping threads.
  • Comfort with analytics: you can read platform data, report clearly, and tie social work to business outcomes.
  • A manager (or manager-in-the-making) who can develop junior talent.
Bonus Points
  • You've worked at a record label, DSP, or music-tech company, or directly with artists and their teams.
  • Existing relationships with music creators, influencer agencies, or label partnership teams.
  • Hands-on content creation skills such as short-form video editing, design sensibility, or on-camera comfort.
  • Experience at an early-stage or high-growth consumer app.
Why This Role Is Exciting
You'll be the voice of a brand that lives at the heart of music culture, with the freedom to shape how millions of fans first meet Hook. This is a lead role with real room to grow: as Hook scales, you'll build out the social and community team underneath you, with a path toward Head of Social or broader marketing leadership. If you've been waiting for a role that combines your love of music, internet culture, and community building at a platform shaping how fans express themselves, this is it.
To apply, send us your resume plus 2-3 examples of social work you're proud of: accounts you've run, campaigns you've led, or posts you've written.

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