About AFAR Media
AFAR Media is a leading voice in the lifestyle, travel, and hospitality industries. We’re seeking a creative and passionate Associate Social Media Editor to join our team. If you’re excited about creating dynamic content and engaging with a travel-loving community, we want to hear from you.
This is a fully remote position reporting to the Senior Editor, Social and Video.
Company: AFAR Media
Job Position: Associate Social Media Editor
Location: Remote, US
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: $70,000–$75,000 annually
Key Responsibilities
As an Associate Social Media Editor, you will:
- Content Creation: Develop and post static and video content across social media platforms, including Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok.
- Trend Analysis: Leverage social media trends and analytics to produce content that boosts community engagement.
- Social Media Management: Write copy, schedule posts, and collaborate with the Senior Social Media Editor to execute the content calendar.
- Video Production: Contribute to social video projects, including scriptwriting, on-location filming, and hosting direct-to-camera segments.
- Community Engagement: Interact with AFAR’s travel-loving audience across platforms to foster engagement.
- Client Collaboration: Produce social media content for AFAR’s marketing clients.
- Performance Metrics: Analyze social media metrics and recommend strategies to improve engagement and reach.
- Special Projects: Participate in major campaigns, such as AFAR’s annual Best New Hotels and Where to Go lists.
Qualifications
To succeed in this role, you’ll need:
- Experience: 1–2 years of proven social media experience with demonstrable success on platforms like Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok.
- Content Creation Skills: Expertise in creating high-quality content, including videos and graphic designs.
- Industry Passion: A deep interest in social media, travel, lifestyle, food, and hospitality.
- Technical Proficiency: Familiarity with Adobe Suite, CapCut, and other relevant tools.
- Organizational Skills: Strong ability to meet deadlines and manage multiple tasks.
- Optional Skills: Experience with photography and photo editing is a plus.
Note: This is not an editorial writing role.
Why Join AFAR Media?
- Competitive salary: $70,000–$75,000 annually.
- Opportunity to shape social media strategies for a leading travel brand.
- Work remotely and collaborate with a passionate, creative team.
How to Apply
Please include your Instagram and TikTok handles or links to examples of your video work in your application.
Ready to join a team that’s redefining the travel media landscape?
