This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Freelance Social Media Coordinator based in the United States.
This role offers the opportunity to create engaging digital content and support the growth of a major sports-focused social media presence.
You will contribute to content planning, live event coverage, audience engagement, and storytelling across multiple social platforms.
Working closely with editorial, video, production, and social teams, you will help transform live sports moments into highly shareable content.
The position requires creativity, strong platform knowledge, and the ability to react quickly in a fast-paced digital environment.
You will play an important role in shaping how audiences discover and interact with sports content online.
This is an exciting opportunity for a social media professional passionate about sports, digital trends, and innovative content creation.
This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Freelance Social Media Coordinator based in the United States.
This role offers the opportunity to create engaging digital content and support the growth of a major sports-focused social media presence.
You will contribute to content planning, live event coverage, audience engagement, and storytelling across multiple social platforms.
Working closely with editorial, video, production, and social teams, you will help transform live sports moments into highly shareable content.
The position requires creativity, strong platform knowledge, and the ability to react quickly in a fast-paced digital environment.
You will play an important role in shaping how audiences discover and interact with sports content online.
This is an exciting opportunity for a social media professional passionate about sports, digital trends, and innovative content creation.
Accountabilities:
- Managing live social media coverage for sports events, primarily during golf coverage from Thursday through Sunday, including non-traditional hours.
- Planning, creating, and publishing content across platforms such as Instagram, TikTok, X, Facebook, Threads, and BlueSky.
- Monitoring live sporting events and quickly identifying moments suitable for social media distribution.
- Clipping highlights and segments from live events and studio programming for real-time audience engagement.
- Collaborating with video producers, editorial teams, and production staff to develop highly shareable content.
- Maintaining consistent brand voice, editorial standards, and content quality across multiple platforms.
- Supporting content creation efforts with talent and production teams during studio and on-site activities.
- Partnering with social media leadership to identify opportunities for audience growth, engagement, and video performance improvement.
- Contributing creative ideas during team brainstorms to develop new formats and content strategies.
- Tracking content performance metrics and using insights to improve future campaigns.
- Managing multiple projects and deadlines while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.
- Staying informed on social media trends, platform updates, and evolving digital behaviors.
- Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, Business, Digital Media, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
- 1–2 years of experience creating, managing, and distributing content across social media platforms.
- Strong knowledge and hands-on experience with platforms including Instagram, TikTok, X, Facebook, Threads, and BlueSky.
- Experience using social media management and project coordination tools such as Sprout Social, Airtable, Monday.com, or similar platforms.
- Ability to analyze KPIs and apply performance insights to improve content strategies.
- Experience with Adobe Creative Suite, including Photoshop, Premiere, and After Effects, with the ability to perform basic video editing.
- Strong understanding of sports, internet culture, and emerging digital trends.
- Excellent copywriting and editing skills with strong attention to accuracy and brand consistency.
- Ability to work efficiently under pressure, manage deadlines, and adapt quickly to changing priorities.
- Creative mindset with the ability to identify new storytelling opportunities through digital content.
- Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate effectively within a team environment.
- Availability to work flexible schedules, including evenings, weekends, and event-driven hours.
- Authorization to work in the United States and minimum age requirement of 18 years old.
- Strong knowledge of sports, particularly golf, NASCAR, WNBA, and/or Premier League.
- Experience with live video clipping platforms such as Wildmoka, WSC, or Grabyo.
- Ability to capture and edit original video content.
- Previous experience working in sports media, entertainment, or digital publishing environments.
- Flexible freelance opportunity with an estimated project duration of up to 6 months.
- Opportunity to work on high-profile sports content and digital media initiatives.
- Hands-on experience with live sports coverage and audience engagement strategies.
- Collaborative environment with digital content, editorial, and production professionals.
- Opportunity to strengthen skills in social media strategy, video content, and digital storytelling.
- Exposure to evolving social platforms, trends, and innovative content formats.
As a Freelance Social Media Coordinator, you will support daily social media operations by creating, managing, and distributing engaging content across digital platforms. Your responsibilities will include:
Requirements:
The ideal candidate is a creative and detail-oriented social media professional with experience producing digital content and understanding online audiences. You should have:
Preferred qualifications include: