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Newsweek

Freelance Social Media Associate

$20 - $30/hr

S.-based Social Media Freelancer to provide weekend coverage for a three-month assignment. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced digital environment and enjoys engaging audiences ...

Bradley University

Social Media Specialist

Peoria, IL · On-site

$43K - $45K/yr

Provide occasional evening and weekend social media coverage for University events, emergencies, and special initiatives. What Will Make You Successful The ideal candidate is creative, collaborative ...

Digital Media Management

Social Media Analyst

$55K - $77K/yr

The Social Media Analyst will analyze social media campaign data across various platforms and tools ... weekends at 2pm on Fridays DEI: -DMM offers DEI specific training focused on preventing ...

Sparkloft Media

Social Media Intern

Atlanta, GA · On-site

$14.75 - $19/hr

Social Media Intern Department: Client Services Reports to: Group Account Supervisor / Account Supervisor Location: Atlanta, GA What Youll Do The Social Media Intern will support the team as the ...

FirstHour Media

social media marketing

Myrtle Point, OR · Remote

Social Media Marketing Are you passionate about crafting engaging content and building brand visibility through social media? We are seeking a talented Social Media Marketing professional to join our ...

Huge Ape Media

Social Media Coordinator

Irvine, CA · On-site +1

As a Social Media Coordinator you will combine marketing and social media management skills to drive and enhance company social media presences, including interacting with customers, promoting brand ...

Social Matters Digital

Social Media Intern

Beverly Hills, CA · On-site

$17.25 - $22.25/hr

Company Description We are a growing social media company located in Beverly Hills, CA, that provides social media management, web development, digital advertising, media buying, online loyalty ...

Huge Ape Media

Social Media Coordinator

Irvine, CA · On-site

As a Social Media Coordinator you will combine marketing and social media management skills to drive and enhance company social media presences, including interacting with customers, promoting brand ...

Tribune Media

Social Media Producer

Fresno, CA

$20.50/hr

TheSocial Media Producerleads the transition from broadcast focused newsrooms to multi-platform newsrooms through active daily example; providing training in social media methods, processes and ...

LSU AgCenter

Social Media Coordinator

Tampa, FL

Monitors social media channels daily, including nights/weekends/holidays. Responds to social media queries and/or refers questions to the correct department. Looks for potential public relations ...

Blaze Media

Social Media Manager

Irving, TX

The Social Media Manager will be responsible for creating and executing platform-specific strategies, collaborating with hosts and production teams, monitoring engagement, analyzing performance data ...

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How much do weekend social media jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 23, 2026, the average hourly pay for weekend social media in the United States is $22.94, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $20.19 and $24.04 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a Weekend Social Media Manager do?

A Weekend Social Media Manager is responsible for overseeing and updating a company’s or brand’s social media accounts during weekends. This includes creating and scheduling posts, engaging with followers, monitoring trends, responding to comments and messages, and handling any urgent issues that arise. Their goal is to maintain an active and responsive social media presence even outside regular business hours, ensuring consistent audience engagement and brand visibility.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Weekend Social Media Manager, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Weekend Social Media Manager, you need a solid understanding of social media platforms, content creation, analytics, and prior experience or education in marketing or communications. Familiarity with social media management tools (like Hootsuite or Buffer), analytics platforms, and basic graphic design software is typically required. Strong communication, creativity, and the ability to respond quickly under pressure make someone stand out in this role. These skills ensure timely, engaging, and effective brand representation during off-hours, maintaining audience engagement and protecting brand reputation.

What does a typical weekend schedule look like for a Weekend Social Media role, and how is the workload managed?

In a Weekend Social Media role, your schedule often involves monitoring and posting content during peak engagement hours on Saturdays and Sundays. You may be responsible for real-time community management, responding to comments or messages, and escalating urgent issues to relevant team members. Work is typically remote or hybrid, with clear expectations for coverage and handovers from weekday teams. Collaboration with content creators, customer service, and marketing is common, ensuring brand consistency and timely responses across all platforms.
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Freelance Social Media Associate

Freelance Social Media Associate

Newsweek

Remote

$20 - $30/hr

Full-time

Posted 14 days ago

Job description

Newsweek is the global media organization that has earned audience time and trust for more than 90 years. Newsweek reaches 100 million people each month with thought-provoking news, opinion, images, graphics, and video delivered across a dozen print and digital platforms. Headquartered in New York City, Newsweek also publishes international editions in EMEA and Asia.
Newsweek is seeking a U.S.-based Social Media Freelancer to provide weekend coverage for a three-month assignment. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced digital environment and enjoys engaging audiences across platforms. The freelancer is expected to complete key deliverables on Saturday and Sundays from 8:00 am ET to 7:00 pm ET to ensure Newsweek's social presence remains active, timely, and aligned with editorial priorities over the weekend.
Key Responsibilities:
  • Content Scheduling & Publishing: Post and manage content across Newsweek's social media channels (Facebook, Twitter/X, Instagram, TikTok, Bluesky, Threads, WhatsApp, Reddit and LinkedIn).
    • Engagement, referrals and monetization to be driven through creating and scheduling four posts per hour while working closely with the editorial to ensure timely and accurate content.
  • Audience Engagement: Monitor comments and trends; respond appropriately to foster community interaction.
  • Real-Time Coverage: Collaborate with editors to amplify breaking news and trending stories during weekend hours.
  • Analytics & Reporting: Track performance of weekend content and provide insights to the social media team.
    • Increase weekend social referrals and monetization through carefully crafted content that engages with Newsweek's active readership.
  • Brand Consistency: Ensure all posts reflect Newsweek's voice, editorial standards, and visual identity.
  • Collaboration: Communicate with editorial and digital teams to align social strategy with newsroom priorities.

Requirements:
  • Prior experience managing social media accounts for a brand, publication, or organization.
  • Strong understanding of social platforms, trends, and best practices.
  • Ability to work independently and make quick editorial judgments.
  • Excellent communication skills and attention to detail.
  • Weekend availability is required.
  • While this is a remote position, the candidate must be US-based

Hourly pay rate: $20-30/hour, commensurate with experience
Newsweek is an equal opportunity employer. We seek employees of diverse backgrounds and are committed to providing an inclusive, equitable and respectful workplace.

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