Intellectica is recruiting a Social Media Editor on behalf of its client, a leading media group strengthening the digital operations of a high-traffic, digital-first news platform. The organization operates in a fast-paced newsroom environment, producing real-time journalism and platform-native storytelling for mass B2C audiences.
The Junior Social Media Manager / Editor will support daily execution across social channels, translating editorial output into high-performing posts, stories, and short-form assets. The role reports to the Head of the Website and collaborates closely with journalists/editors and video production to ensure a consistent, high-frequency and brand-aligned social presence.
Key activities and responsibilities of this role include:
- Publishing and scheduling daily content across key platforms (Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, X/Twitter, YouTube, etc.)
- Writing platform-native copy (captions, headlines, CTAs) and adapting tone/format per channel
- Turning breaking news and newsroom content into engaging social posts (cards, carousels, stories, reels)
- Coordinating with journalists/editors to ensure speed, accuracy, and alignment
- Community management: monitoring comments/messages and escalating sensitive topics when needed
- Supporting basic visual editing (templates, simple motion, cropping, thumbnails, subtitles)
- Tracking performance (reach, engagement, watch time) and optimizing based on insights
- Monitoring trends, formats, and platform updates; suggesting experiments (A/B hooks, post types)
- Supporting live coverage moments (events, political developments, breaking stories) when required
- Any other task that may be required from time to time
Professional experience & qualifications of a successful candidate:
- Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, Communications, Marketing, Media Studies, or related field
- 1–3 years of hands-on experience in social media, digital publishing, or content production (internships welcome)
- Strong understanding of platform mechanics and what drives engagement (especially IG/TikTok)
- Familiarity with tools such as Canva, CapCut, TikTok Studio, Meta Business Suite (or equivalent)
- Ability to work fast and accurately under tight deadlines and high posting frequency
- Portfolio or examples of social work (links/screenshots acceptable)
- Fluency in Greek and working proficiency in English (written and spoken)
Core competencies of a successful candidate:
- Digital native with a strong “speed + quality” mindset
- Strong execution and reliability under pressure
- Collaborative, newsroom-friendly communication
- Curious, trend-aware, proactive