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Assistant Social Media Editor, Instyle

Dotdash Meredith

New York, NY 03-03-2026
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Job Description
Job Title
Assistant Social Media Editor, InStyle

About The Position | Major goals and objectives and location requirements
The Assistant Social Editor executes InStyle's strategy, content, and audience development on social platforms. This person should be an expert at understanding Instagram, Tiktok, Facebook, Threads, and emerging social platforms for their functionality, trends and user behavior. They also will work closely with InStyle's Social Media Director, and cross-functionally with video, editorial, art & photo, and sales teams in content production workflows. The Assistant Social Editor will be expected to attend and support InStyle during tentpole moments including awards shows, red carpets, events, parties, panels, and fashion week as needed. The Assistant Social Editor should also be comfortable using and understanding analytics tools and translating that data into easy-to-understand actionable guidance. This person should be comfortable drafting copy and express enthusiasm for appearing on-camera in short-form content, original series, and vodcast interviews.
This position is hybrid in-office, with the ability to work remotely for up to 2 days per week.
About The Team
InStyle is a trusted voice in fashion, beauty, and pop culture. We are committed to producing insightful, conversational, and accurate content. When we're not interviewing a celebrity, stylist, makeup artist, hairdresser, relationship guru, or other expert, it's because we are the expert. We don't engage in unsubstantiated rumors, give unfounded advice, or pass judgment. Our mission is to spotlight style with intention, impact, and influence.
About The Positions Contributions:
Weight % Accountabilities, Actions and Expected Measurable Results
40% - Social media content creation: Pitching, writing, shooting, scheduling, and executing all steps to create assets and content
40% - Strategic research and data analysis to stay up to date on platform trends, report content performance, and share actionable insights
20% - Managing and planning the admin duties and calendar of the social team and needs.
The Role's Minimum Qualifications and Job Requirements:

Education:
Bachelors' degree in Journalism, Communications or related field or equivalent work experience.

Experience:
1-2 years of digital and/or social media experience, preferably at a news organization and/or content studio
Specific Knowledge, Skills, Certifications and Abilities:
Adobe Photoshop, Video Editing, Google Slides/Docs/Numbers, Analytics Tools, Scheduling Tools
% Travel Required (Approximate): 10% as-need basis.
It is the policy of People Inc. to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, the Company will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. Accommodation requests can be made by emailing hr@people.inc.

Pay Range
Hourly: New York: $25.00 - $28.00

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-j68nz0-18-97-14-81-42 in your application.

Salary Details
Salary Range: $25.00 to $28.00 Per Hour ($ USD)
Company Profile
Dotdash Meredith

Dotdash Meredith is the largest digital and print publisher in America. From mobile to magazines, nearly 200 million people trust us to help them make decisions, take action, and find inspiration. Dotdash Meredith’s over 40 iconic brands include PEOPLE, Better Homes & Gardens, Verywell, Food & Wine, The Spruce, Allrecipes, Byrdie, REAL SIMPLE, Investopedia, and Southern Living.