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Sr. Social Media Editor & Producer

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$90K - $102K/yr

# Sr. Social Media Editor & Producer## NYRA () • ### @TheNYRAPosted on 7/29/2026 • Full-time## **Job Overview:**Seasoned individual contributor, who works independently with minimal supervision.

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How much do social media editor jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 13, 2026, the average yearly pay for social media editor in the United States is $64,473.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $42,500.00 and $70,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a social media editor do?

A social media editor is a content creator who manages the social media accounts of a company. These professionals work in the marketing and communications department and closely follow the company’s brand voice, image, and guidelines of its marketing campaigns. As a social media editor, your duties are to create posts and engage in creative writing to advertise company events and promotions, maintain social media pages, and engage with customers through social media. Your responsibilities may vary depending on the employer and industry.

What does a social media editor do?

A Social Media Editor is responsible for creating, curating, and managing content across various social media platforms for a brand or organization. They develop social media strategies, write engaging posts, monitor audience engagement, and analyze performance metrics to optimize content. Social Media Editors also stay updated on trends, collaborate with other teams, and ensure that the brand's voice is consistent across all channels.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a social media editor, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Social Media Editor, you need expertise in content creation, digital marketing, and analytics, often supported by a degree in communications, marketing, or journalism. Familiarity with social media management tools like Hootsuite or Sprout Social, as well as analytics platforms such as Google Analytics, is typically required. Strong copywriting, creativity, attention to detail, and the ability to adapt to rapidly changing trends help someone excel in this role. These skills ensure engaging, effective content that strengthens brand presence and drives audience growth across digital platforms.

How does a social media editor typically collaborate with other departments within an organization?

A Social Media Editor works closely with various departments such as marketing, public relations, and content teams to ensure consistent messaging and brand voice across all platforms. They often coordinate with graphic designers, video producers, and writers to create engaging posts and campaigns. Regular meetings and cross-functional planning sessions are common, allowing the Social Media Editor to align social strategies with larger organizational goals and upcoming initiatives. This collaborative approach helps maximize audience reach and engagement.

What is the difference between Social Media Editor vs Content Writer?

AspectSocial Media EditorContent Writer
Primary FocusManaging social media content, campaigns, and engagementCreating written content for websites, blogs, and publications
Skills & CredentialsSocial media platforms, content strategy, basic graphic skillsStrong writing, research, SEO knowledge
Work EnvironmentMarketing teams, digital agencies, media companiesPublishing houses, marketing departments, freelance
Common UsageDeveloping social media presence and brand voiceProducing articles, blog posts, and web content

While both roles involve content creation, a Social Media Editor focuses on managing social media platforms and engagement strategies, whereas a Content Writer specializes in producing written content for various media. Understanding these differences helps employers and job seekers target the right skills and responsibilities.

How much do social media editors get paid?

Social media editors typically earn a median annual salary of around $50,000 to $70,000, depending on experience, location, and the size of the organization. Entry-level positions may start lower, while experienced editors or those working for large companies can earn higher salaries, often supplemented with skills in content management tools and analytics.
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Infographic showing various Social Media Editor job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 1% As Needed, 77% Full Time, 17% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 76% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 22% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $64,473 per year, or $31 per hour.

ARTnews and Art in America: Social Media Editor

New York, NY • On-site

Penske Media Corp.
Video and Audio Streaming Services • 1 - 5K employees
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$67K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

Re-posted 7 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Own the development and execution of ARTnews and Art in America’s social media strategy.

  • Produce and publish engaging content across social platforms, including shooting short-form videos and attending art events for content creation.

  • Analyze performance data to optimize social media strategy and creative output for growth and engagement.

Job description

ARTnews, the world's leading authority in art journalism, along with its sister publication Art in America, the world's leading source of art criticism, seeks a social media editor. Reporting to the executive digital editor, the social media editor will have oversight of the magazines' presence, voice, and strategy across social platforms, including Instagram, TikTok, X, Threads, Facebook, LinkedIn, and other platforms.
The ideal applicant will be a strategic thinker and a creative executor, able to both set social strategy based on industry trends and audience data, and produce interesting, engaging, and high-end social content. We want a candidate who understands how to collaborate with reporters, editors, and designers, how to think on their feet, and how to synthesize feedback into action. We are looking for a candidate who comes with a ton of ideas and has the creative chops to execute them.
Like most social media roles, the editor will need to wear multiple hats: writing or editing social media copy based on magazine features, long essays, and breaking news, analyzing data to spot opportunities for growth or a reallocation of resources, and regularly shooting and editing short-form video content. The editor should be able to meet high editorial standards for journalistic storytelling and be passionate about serving a discerning core audience of arts professionals and enthusiasts. The editor should be proactive, organized, and able to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
The ideal applicant will have a strong knowledge and passion for visual art, art history, and the New York art scene, and have creative ideas about how to translate that into lively, accessible social media content that makes ARTnews and Art in America the ultimate destination for discovering and engaging with the art world.
This role will be based in our New York offices. Interested applicants should submit a résumé and a cover letter outlining their vision for the role.
Qualifications
  • At least 2-3 years of experience managing and directing strategy for social media platforms, ideally covering art or culture.
  • Knowledge of art and the art world.
  • A passion for keeping up with social media, marketing and engagement best practices and industry changes.
  • A demonstrated ability to collaborate with reporters/editors, marketing, and design teams.
  • Expertise in using analytics to make real-time and long-term strategic decisions and a record of driving audience and platform growth at a major digital media outlet.
  • An ability to work quickly and accurately, synthesizing short- and long-form editorial content in ways that will engage different types of readers
  • A clear, engaging, jargon-free writing style.
  • An ability to juggle multiple social media accounts, editorial calendars, and project lengths.
  • Experience using content management systems and project management, analytics, AI systems, and social media management tools (i.e. Google Analytics, TrueAnthem, Claude, ChatGPT, Elvex, Channel One, Later, etc.)
  • Experience using Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator Premiere, and After Effects are a major plus, as is basic design knowledge.

Responsibilities
  • Own the development and execution of ARTnews and Art in.America's social media strategy.
  • Grow the magazines' following, engagement, and authority on social media platforms.
  • Analyze strategic performance over time and continuously optimize strategy and creative production to ensure continued growth and effectiveness.
  • Produce content for Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, X, and other social media accounts, including shooting short-form video and appearing on-camera regularly.
  • Regularly attend and produce content around art events and gallery openings.
  • Document ARTnews and Art in America events for the brands' social media accounts, through photography, video, and/or text.
  • Collaborate with editors and writers on producing unique and engaging social media content for both quarterly print magazines and daily digital news coverage.

A good faith estimate of the salary is $67,500 upon hire.
If hired, employee will be in an "at-will position" and the Company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors).
It's all About You...
PMC's comprehensive benefits package is thoughtfully designed to support every aspect of your life, empowering you to thrive both personally and professionally. We offer PMC-Paid Healthcare with no employee paycheck contributions on medical, dental, and vision for you and your family. PMC also offers Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare, Dependent Care & Commuter), an Employee Assistance Program, Life Insurance, Short- & Long-Term Disability, Paid Parental Leave, and a 401(k) Retirement Plan with an Employer match. Employees are also eligible to take advantage of company discounts and perks including Pet Insurance, Home & Auto Insurance, Mortgage discounts, and a variety of other savings on wellness, lifestyle, and financial essentials. As part of PMC's dedication to consistently meeting employees' needs, we have launched a new Flexible Vacation Policy.
At PMC, we believe working in a highly collaborative, office-first environment fosters real-time communication, spontaneous idea sharing, and stronger interpersonal relationships that drive innovation and team cohesion. PMC prioritizes in-person collaboration and does not offer remote-only roles.
About ARTnews:
Founded in 1902, ARTnews is the oldest art magazine in the world and the world's leading authority in art journalism. Its global readership includes collectors, dealers, historians, artists, museum directors, curators, connoisseurs and enthusiasts. Between print and digital, the magazine now reaches hundreds of thousands of readers per month. Published four times a year in print, including its celebrated Top 200 Collectors issue annually, ARTnews reports on the art, personalities, issues, trends and events shaping the international art world. Its digital presence, revitalized over the past five years, follows developments in the art world daily, and two daily newsletters go out to thousands of subscribers. Noted for its editorial excellence, ARTnews has received over 40 journalistic prizes, including a National Magazine Award, and is the only art magazine to have received acknowledgement to this extent. www.artnews.com. ARTnews' parent company, Penske Media Corporation (PMC), is a leading digital media, publishing, and information Services Company founded in 2003.
About Art in America:
Since 1913, Art in America has published groundbreaking critical insights about contemporary art and culture. Each quarterly issue features exhibition reviews, a collectible artist print, interviews with leading artists, and in-depth essays by individuals at the forefront of their fields. Between its flagship print edition and growing digital presence Art in America today reaches both influential art world insiders as well as abroad audience invested in understanding pivotal cultural trends.
About Penske Media Corporation (PMC)
Penske Media Corporation (PMC) is a leading global media and information services company whose award-winning content attracts a passionate monthly audience of more than 500 million people. Since 2004, PMC has been a pioneer in digital media and owns over 300 live events, while reaching audiences across all screens. Penske Media is recognized, as one of the Top 100 Private Companies in the United States and North America.
Our Companies & Brands
  • Iconic Media Brands (PMX): Variety, Rolling Stone, The Verge, Billboard, The Hollywood Reporter, WWD, SHE Media, Robb Report, Deadline, Eater, Sportico, ARTnews, Fairchild Media, VIBE, IndieWire, SB Nation, ARTFORUM, POPSUGAR, Gold Derby, BEAUTY INC, Art in America, Punch, The Dodo, and more.
  • Live Events & Experiences: The Golden Globes, SXSW, Academy of Country Music Awards (ACMs), Billboard Music Awards (BBMAs), Dick Clark's New Year's Rockin' Eve, SXSW London, American Music Awards (AMAs), and Latin Music Week.
  • Data & Analytics: Luminate, the premier music and entertainment data and analytics company.

Global Footprint
PMC and its subsidiaries are co-headquartered in New York and Los Angeles, with additional offices spanning 14 countries worldwide.
Want to learn more? Visit www.PMC.com to explore our complete portfolio.

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