About the position
Join us to help redefine the way people shop, while building a global marketplace that moves at the speed of culture. Complex is committed to building a high performing team that is passionate about what they do and the communities we serve. Everyone at Complex truly believes in the company and its mission; it’s a requirement for working here. There is synergy within the teams that make Complex what it is, a well-oiled machine. Employees are at the forefront of the company's success because every one of us is given the opportunity to provide suggestions, feedback, and direction.
Responsibilities
- Storyboard, film, produce, and edit engaging and high-quality video content to live across various social media platforms, including TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube.
- Manage and organize content workflows and schedules.
- Craft timely pitches and contribute as needed to comprehensive editorial coverage of streaming personalities, viral moments, influencers, video games, memes, and the greater landscape of internet and pop culture.
- Communicate with the Head of Pop Culture to develop stories and strategize coverage around major moments and events.
- Work with Head of Pop Culture and Social Editor, Pop Culture to conceptualize strategies to best distribute content via our networks.
- Communicate with other departments to develop stories, strategize coverage, and spearhead new ways to attract loyal readers.
- Ideate social-first ideas and tactics in partnership with social, video, and production teams for content that lives across socials.
Requirements
- 2+ years of demonstrated content creation experience.
- A deep knowledge of streamers, creators, and internet culture relevant to Complex.
- Always-on approach to work and the ability to keep pace with the internet.
- Possess a deep understanding of all social media and streaming platforms (TikTok, YouTube, Instagram, Twitter, Twitch, Kick, Snapchat).
- Willingness to appear on camera in social media content.
- Demonstrable commitment to accuracy; fact-checking or copy editing background a plus.
- Must be comfortable working with a broad range of cross-functional staff—junior to senior, editorial, analytics, design, etc.
- Must be willing to work nights and occasional weekends/holidays for coverage.
- Excellent organizational and time management skills—ability to perform in a fast-paced, ever-evolving environment and think quickly and strategically to meet tight deadlines.
- Strong understanding of analytics and social media trends across platforms.
- Experience with Capcut or Adobe Creative Suite (specifically Adobe Premiere) is a must.
- 2+ years of demonstrated writing and reporting experience at a publisher or website is a plus.
Benefits
- Best in class health, dental, and vision insurance
- Healthcare FSA
- Dependent Care FSA
- Commuter Benefits FSA
- Short-term/long-term disability and life insurance
- Paid Parental leave
- 401k with 4% match
- Pet Insurance
- Legal and Identity Theft Plans
- Vacation time and sick days
