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- You will lead story sourcing and pitching for our social and viral news desk across multiple brands.
- You'll spend your day digging into major news stories and spotting posts with the makings of a big story.
What You'll Do:
- Monitor TikTok and other social platforms every day to find stories, ideally before other publishers do.
- Write clear pitches and assign stories to staff and freelance writers.
- Frame stories for syndication and track performance with data.
What We're Looking For:
- Experience as an assigning, commissioning, news, trending, or social editor in a fast-moving digital media environment.
- A genuine love for TikTok and social culture, with a strong instinct for what people will want to read.
- A strong understanding of ethical journalism and US culture.
How To Apply:
- Send your resume and a cover letter telling us who you are and why you're a good fit.
- Include three social posts or stories you've come across that would make a great article, with headlines and reasoning.
The Mary Sue and We Got This Covered
The Mary Sue and We Got This Covered are digital media brands covering everything from political news to pop culture and viral social stories. They aim to share stories that get audiences thinking, talking, and sharing organically, with an inclusive and welcoming team culture.