Weigel Broadcasting
Social Media Coordinator
Weigel Broadcasting, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290
Weigel Broadcasting Co. is a family-owned media company based in Chicago, Illinois. The company owns and operates national television networks, as well as local broadcast stations throughout the country. Weigel is the leader in the multicast television network space with MeTV, Memorable Entertainment Television, the number-one rated multicast network, as well as the Movies! Network in cooperation with the Fox Television Stations, the Catchy Comedy Network, the H&I - Heroes & Icons Network, the Start TV Network and the Dabl Network in association with the CBS Television Stations, and the Story Television Network. Weigel's local stations include CBS, ABC, The CW, MyNet, Telemundo and Univision network affiliates, offering a mix of entertainment programing, local news and professional and college sports broadcasts. Weigel and its affiliate companies broadcast network and independent television stations serving New York, Los Angeles, Chicago, Dallas, San Francisco, Houston, Washington, D.C., Phoenix, Seattle, Denver, Orlando, Cleveland, Portland, St. Louis, Nashville, Salt Lake City, Hartford, Milwaukee, Albuquerque, Des Moines, South Bend, Evansville and Rockford. For more information on Weigel, visit: https://www.weigelbroadcasting.com/.
Social Media Coordinator
General Job Description:
Weigel’s Digital Team is seeking a Chicago-based
Social Media Coordinator
to create and manage the production of social media content for a classic TV network. The ideal candidate will have experience creating and editing photos, video and written material; crafting catchy content; and engaging with a community of fans with short, engaging, and digestible posts. Additionally, the candidate will have a familiarity with and fondness for classic television and animation, as well as pop culture nostalgia.
Duties/Responsibilities:
Build a community of loyal fans across social media platforms.
Seek out and engage fans in groups.
Schedule posts and create original content for Facebook, Instagram, X, TikTok and other apps.
Prepare media assets and curate user-generated content.
Collaborate with talent, writers, producers and marketing to craft content.
Serve as an ambassador of our brands to engage talent, fan groups and organizations.
Partner with the social media teams of media companies for cross-promotional campaigns.
Observe trademark and copyright compliance.
Other duties, as assigned.
Requirements:
Must submit a portfolio or writing samples.
3 or more years of experience coordinating social media accounts.
Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, Communications, or equivalent experience.
Understanding of AP Style.
Willing to work occasional nights and weekends as required.
A demonstrated passion for and knowledge of classic television, animation and social media platforms.
Successful copyediting and writing experience in digital publishing.
Knowledge of all social media platforms and experience managing messaging across social platforms.
Familiarity with social media analytics.
Aptitude and curiosity: someone who wants to learn more, has demonstrated skill growth, and is relentlessly self-improving.
A team player who makes others successful.
Our Perks & Benefits:
Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance package
Long Term Disability Insurance
HSA Plan
401k with Company Match
Vacation/PTO/Sick/Paid Holidays
Paid Qualified-FMLA Leave
Tax-free Transit
Discounted Parking Access
Gym Membership Discount
Convenient access to highways and public transportation
One block from the aptly named Restaurant Row
Our Perks & Benefits:
Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance package
Long Term Disability Insurance
HSA Plan
401k with Company Match
Vacation/PTO/Sick/Paid Holidays
Paid Qualified-FMLA Leave
Tax-free Transit
Discounted Parking Access
Gym Membership Discount
Convenient access to highways and public transportation
One block from the aptly named Restaurant Row
Weigel Broadcasting Co. maintains an Equal Employment Opportunity Policy for all applicants and employees. We give fair consideration to all qualified persons and afford all our employees opportunities for advancement according to their individual abilities, regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, age or sex, or other protected categories. No opportunities for promotion, transfer or any other benefit of employment will be diminished through discriminatory practices. Employees or prospective employees have the right to notify an appropriate local, state or Federal agency if they believe they have been discriminated against.
Social Media Coordinator
General Job Description:
Weigel’s Digital Team is seeking a Chicago-based
Social Media Coordinator
to create and manage the production of social media content for a classic TV network. The ideal candidate will have experience creating and editing photos, video and written material; crafting catchy content; and engaging with a community of fans with short, engaging, and digestible posts. Additionally, the candidate will have a familiarity with and fondness for classic television and animation, as well as pop culture nostalgia.
Duties/Responsibilities:
Build a community of loyal fans across social media platforms.
Seek out and engage fans in groups.
Schedule posts and create original content for Facebook, Instagram, X, TikTok and other apps.
Prepare media assets and curate user-generated content.
Collaborate with talent, writers, producers and marketing to craft content.
Serve as an ambassador of our brands to engage talent, fan groups and organizations.
Partner with the social media teams of media companies for cross-promotional campaigns.
Observe trademark and copyright compliance.
Other duties, as assigned.
Requirements:
Must submit a portfolio or writing samples.
3 or more years of experience coordinating social media accounts.
Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, Communications, or equivalent experience.
Understanding of AP Style.
Willing to work occasional nights and weekends as required.
A demonstrated passion for and knowledge of classic television, animation and social media platforms.
Successful copyediting and writing experience in digital publishing.
Knowledge of all social media platforms and experience managing messaging across social platforms.
Familiarity with social media analytics.
Aptitude and curiosity: someone who wants to learn more, has demonstrated skill growth, and is relentlessly self-improving.
A team player who makes others successful.
Our Perks & Benefits:
Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance package
Long Term Disability Insurance
HSA Plan
401k with Company Match
Vacation/PTO/Sick/Paid Holidays
Paid Qualified-FMLA Leave
Tax-free Transit
Discounted Parking Access
Gym Membership Discount
Convenient access to highways and public transportation
One block from the aptly named Restaurant Row
Our Perks & Benefits:
Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance package
Long Term Disability Insurance
HSA Plan
401k with Company Match
Vacation/PTO/Sick/Paid Holidays
Paid Qualified-FMLA Leave
Tax-free Transit
Discounted Parking Access
Gym Membership Discount
Convenient access to highways and public transportation
One block from the aptly named Restaurant Row
Weigel Broadcasting Co. maintains an Equal Employment Opportunity Policy for all applicants and employees. We give fair consideration to all qualified persons and afford all our employees opportunities for advancement according to their individual abilities, regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, age or sex, or other protected categories. No opportunities for promotion, transfer or any other benefit of employment will be diminished through discriminatory practices. Employees or prospective employees have the right to notify an appropriate local, state or Federal agency if they believe they have been discriminated against.