Social Media Manager – Vertical Video

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. Advise Leads and Clients on best practice and map out high-level platform strategies .

Posted 11/4/2026full-timeNew York City • New York • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $65,000 - $90,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in creating engaging vertical-first video content for social media, particularly within the sports domain, while effectively managing multiple channels and adapting content to various tones. Proficient in video editing and social media strategies, with a strong understanding of audience engagement and community cultivation.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Vertical-First Video CreationProficiency In Premiere ProIn-App Video Editing CapabilitiesKnowledge Of Sports LeaguesSocial Media Channel Management

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Hard Skills

Video EditingContent ProductionSocial Media ManagementInsights And ReportingAdobe PhotoshopMicrosoft Office Proficiency

Soft Skills

CreativityAdaptabilityCommunicationCollaborationAbility To Work Under Pressure

Tools & Technologies

CapcutSlateInstagramXLive Broadcasting Tools

Industry Keywords

Sports MediaCreator LandscapeEngagement StrategiesCommunity CultivationClient Presentation

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Advise Leads and Clients on best practice and map out high-level platform strategies
Concept, edit, and produce cutting-edge content for vertical-first social output
Maximize live broadcasts by presenting dynamic, creative, and engaging content on social
Utilize real-time highlights and repurpose archive footage
Maximize on-site event coverage
Work with creators, influencers, fans, and athletes
Generate compelling ideas that drive views and engagement on clients' channels
Serve as an internal expert advising and developing alongside social media and creative teams
Adapt content to various channels with distinct tones of voice
Cultivate communities on behalf of clients
Craft social media posts across clients' channels

Requirements

What you’ll need

Extensive experience of creating vertical-first videos, ideally for a sports team or publisher or college
In-app video editing capabilities with Capcut, Slate and other relevant apps
Proficiency in Premiere Pro
Comprehensive knowledge of sports, particularly the top global soccer leagues
Ability to work under tight and fluctuating deadlines
Flexibility to work around the sports schedule including evenings and weekends
Capability to thrive under the unique pressures of live publishing
Professional-level proficiency with Microsoft Office
Good knowledge of the creator/influencer landscape
General social media channel management experience
Experience in front of camera
Working knowledge of Instagram and X
Experience presenting to clients
A grasp of insights and reporting
Basic to intermediate Adobe Photoshop skills