Temporary Assistant Editor

Posted: Wednesday, 25 March 2026
Valid Thru: Friday, 24 April 2026
Index Requested on: 03/25/2026 20:19:28
Indexed on: 03/25/2026 20:19:28

Location: New York, NY, 10001, US

Industry: Arts, Entertainment & Media
Occupational Category: 27-0000.00 - Arts, Design, Entertainment, Sports and Media
Type of Employment: FULL_TIME

Magazines, a division of HEARST COMMUNICATIONS, INC., is hiring!

Description:

Be Part of What’s Next

Help shape how a passionate, highly engaged audience connects with the future of automotive storytelling. At Road & Track, you’ll play a key role in bringing our brand to life across social platforms through dynamic, scroll-stopping content.

About Hearst Magazines (Why Us?)

Hearst Magazines is one of the world’s largest publishers of monthly magazines, with a portfolio of more than 30 iconic brands in the U.S. and around the world, including Cosmopolitan, ELLE, Esquire, Good Housekeeping, Harper’s BAZAAR, Men’s Health, Oprah Daily, Popular Mechanics, and Road & Track. We reach more than 165 million people every month across our print, digital, and social platforms. Our culture values collaboration, innovation, and a commitment to storytelling that informs, entertains, and inspires.

Key Responsibilities (What You Are Doing)

Pitch, produce, shoot, edit, and publish vertical video content optimized for social platforms
Execute daily social posting across Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, Twitter/X, and other emerging platforms
Create engaging, timely text-overlaid photo posts that drive audience interaction and traffic
Monitor social channels and trends to identify real-time story opportunities
Support social strategy for major editorial initiatives, including tentpoles like Performance Car of the Year and magazine cover launches
Analyze performance using tools like Google Analytics and platform insights to inform content decisions
Send daily Apple News notifications and assist with Flipboard curation
Collaborate cross-functionally with editorial teams to amplify content and ensure brand consistency

Qualifications (What We’re Looking For)

1+ years of experience in social media management, preferably within a media or publishing environment
Strong writing skills with sharp editorial judgment and a creative, engaging voice
Proven ability to create compelling social-first content, including video and visual storytelling
Familiarity with platforms including Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, Pinterest, Twitter/X, and Apple News
Experience using analytics and social tools (e.g., Google Analytics, True Anthem) to drive performance
Basic proficiency in Adobe Premiere and Photoshop
Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to thrive in a fast-paced environment
Enthusiasm for emerging social trends and a willingness to experiment
Passion for automotive content and alignment with the Road & Track brand is strongly preferred
Bachelor’s degree in journalism or related field preferred, or equivalent experience
This role is based in New York, NY or Detroit, MI, and operates on a hybrid schedule (4 days per week in-office)


The hourly rate for this role is $33 per hour. This is a temporary position and may not be eligible for all company benefits.

Hearst Magazines is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, or any other legally protected characteristic.

Responsibilities:

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Educational requirements:

  • high school

Desired Skills:

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Benefits:

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