Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from Complex NTWRK
Job overview
The Social Freelancer, Sports role at Complex NTWRK involves managing and creating social media content for Complex Sports, impacting the brand's engagement and growth on multiple platforms during weekday nights.
Responsibilities and impact
The role requires executing Complex Sports' social media voice across platforms, managing community interactions, creating and curating content, tracking social trends, supporting social goals, and coordinating editorial social posts.
Compensation and benefits
The position pays $28 per hour with actual pay varying by location, experience, and performance; Complex NTWRK is an equal opportunity employer and participates in E-Verify for work authorization.
Experience and skills
Candidates need 2-3 years of social media and editorial experience, strong writing and communication skills, proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite and Premiere Pro, deep knowledge of sports culture, and fluency in multiple social media platforms; night and holiday work availability is required.
Work environment and culture
Complex NTWRK values passion for culture, collaboration, proactive attitudes, innovation, and provides a synergistic team environment focused on high performance and community engagement.
Company information
Complex NTWRK, founded in 2002 by Marc Eckō, is a leading global youth entertainment network known for its influence in streetwear, music, sneakers, and sports culture, offering content, commerce, and experiential platforms including ComplexCon festival.
Job location and travel
The job requires working Monday to Thursday from 6pm to 1am ET, with potential night and holiday shifts for live event coverage; location specifics are not detailed.
Unique job features
The role offers the opportunity to work on real-time viral content creation, engage with a dynamic cultural brand, and contribute to a leading youth entertainment network's social media strategy.
Company overview
Complex NTWRK, headquartered in Los Angeles, California, specializes in creating and distributing original programming across premium platforms such as Netflix, Hulu, Facebook, and Roku. The company operates in the online media sector and generates revenue through content distribution and eCommerce. In February 2024, BuzzFeed sold Complex to NTWRK for $109 million, merging the brands to focus on sneakers and streetwear. Aaron Levant, the CEO, leads the company, which employs between 200-500 people globally.
How to land this job
Position your resume to highlight your 2-3 years of social media and editorial experience, particularly with publishers or brands, emphasizing your ability to manage and create engaging sports content across platforms like Facebook, Twitter/X, Instagram, and TikTok.
Focus on showcasing your deep understanding of Complex Sports' unique voice, tone, and culture, along with your proficiency in community management, moderation, and real-time content creation that drives engagement and growth.
Apply through multiple channels including Complex NTWRK's official corporate careers page and LinkedIn to maximize your application visibility and chances of being noticed.
Connect with current Complex Sports social team members or related editorial staff on LinkedIn; use ice breakers like commenting on recent viral sports content they shared or asking about their approach to blending sports culture with streetwear and pop culture in social media.
Optimize your resume for ATS by incorporating keywords such as 'social media management,' 'community moderation,' 'content creation,' 'Adobe Creative Suite,' 'Premiere Pro,' 'sports culture,' 'viral content,' and 'audience engagement' to ensure your resume passes automated screenings effectively.
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