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$190,000–$250,000/yr
US

  • Grow and manage the News & Politics category by recruiting top talent to Substack.
  • Develop strategic programs to activate creators and bring new users to the platform.
  • Partner with internal teams to refine the creator experience and expand the market.

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Germany

  • Lead the social media strategy and daily execution for US and global news, elections, and major current affairs.
  • Develop platform-specific content approaches for Facebook, X, Instagram, YouTube, TikTok, and emerging platforms.
  • Mentor a team of social producers and editors while ensuring timely, accurate, and engaging publishing.

MEAWW News is a digital media company producing news and current affairs content across major platforms. They are a growing team focused on high-impact social coverage and audience engagement, with a dynamic and collaborative culture.

Global

  • Lead editorial reinvention and manage a team of 20+ writers publishing 600-1000 articles monthly.
  • Develop multimedia and syndication strategies across platforms like MSN, TikTok, and Reddit.
  • Coach writers to become self-publishers and drive data-informed coverage decisions.

The Mary Sue is a pop culture and geek media outlet with a feminist lens, covering entertainment, politics, and internet culture. They have a team of 20+ writers and are repositioning toward viral content and multimedia.

UK

  • Lead international news and foreign affairs coverage for a U.S. audience from a UK-based digital newsroom.
  • Manage and mentor a team of reporters and editors, setting editorial priorities and driving performance.
  • Commission and edit high-impact journalism, leveraging audience data and AI tools to differentiate coverage.

Newsweek is a global media organization with over 90 years of history, delivering news, opinion, images, graphics, and video to 100 million monthly readers across print and digital platforms. Headquartered in New York City, it also publishes international editions in EMEA and Asia, and seeks to build an inclusive, equitable workplace.

$87,600–$109,500/yr
Canada

  • Build engaged, community-powered editorial experiences by creating and editing content across multiple formats to grow subscriber engagement and audience trust.
  • Create insight-led decision-support content that helps people leaders make better decisions, optimizing for performance and audience impact.
  • Expand audience reach through contributor relationships, strategic partnerships, and distribution systems to grow the brand's authority and reach.

Black & White Zebra is a rapidly growing independent media tech company that helps millions of people succeed at work through a portfolio of digital publications. The team of over 70 creators, strategists, and innovators enjoys an impact-driven environment combining startup agility, agency creativity, and global diversity.

US

  • Create and manage high-quality social media coverage focused on US politics and news.
  • Monitor breaking developments, verify information, and produce timely content across multiple platforms.
  • Collaborate with editors to maintain editorial accuracy and consistency in a fast-paced environment.

This company is a digital media organization that produces timely social media content around major news and political developments. It operates with experienced editorial and production teams, fostering a dynamic and fast-paced work culture.

$130,000–$160,000/yr
US

  • Own Later's PR and communications strategy, aligning press narratives with corporate and product priorities across all three business lines.
  • Build and maintain relationships with tier-1 press, secure earned media, and draft press materials.
  • Partner with Product Marketing, Content, Executive Leadership, and external PR firm to drive high-impact coverage.

Later is the world's most intelligent influencer marketing company, combining real creator relationships, trusted intelligence, and expert guidance to help brands create unforgettable campaigns. Trusted by leading enterprise brands including Nike, Wayfair, Unilever, and Southwest Airlines, Later fosters a culture rooted in an inclusion-first mindset with a focus on diversity and equity.

US

  • Support the Director of PR & Marketing in executing publicity strategies for our creator roster, pitching stories and coordinating interviews.
  • Manage inbound media requests, coordinate event calendars, and assist with on-site event management and awards submissions.
  • Track and report media coverage, maintain contact lists, and ensure clear communication across teams and creators.

The Sociable Society manages and grows the careers of social media personalities, helping them build lasting brands and turn influence into sustainable businesses. We are a forward-thinking, digitally minded team with a creative, entrepreneurial culture, and we're looking for someone to grow with us as we scale.

$130,000–$165,000/yr
US

  • Lead 1-2 Creative Command Centers, turning narrative strategy into an operational cadence.
  • Build and manage a roster of trusted voices and direct specialist vendors to compound campaign impact.
  • Serve as the senior client partner, making decisions in real time while overseeing briefs, approvals, and metrics.

NewWorld is a media company that builds stories, worlds, and communities through original shows, strategy and Command Center services, and charitable media initiatives. The company is committed to equity and fosters a collaborative culture of creative professionals.

Philippines

  • Manage the editorial operations tracker and CMS publishing for the Newsroom and podcast pipeline.
  • Coordinate leadership social content, story intake, and cross-team dependencies.
  • Build a performance reporting dashboard and document SOPs for future processes.

Canva is redefining how the world experiences design. As a global company with a collaborative culture, Canva empowers millions of users to create visual content.

5w PTO

  • Finding and telling compelling local stories that engage readers, turning dry public affairs into shareable content.
  • Acting as an authority on public bodies, scrutinizing local government performance and exposing critical community issues.
  • Packaging stories across diverse formats including live blogs, text, video, audio, and photos.

Reach is the UK and Ireland's largest commercial news publisher, operating over 120 trusted brands including the Miror and Express. We reach 70% of the UK's online population and foster an inclusive environment where every background is respected.

US Unlimited PTO

  • Own outreach and booking for senior executives and government leaders for Semafor's flagship economic event.
  • Identify contacts, pursue outreach, and manage pipelines to secure commitments with persistence and creativity.
  • Represent Semafor as a compelling ambassador, lead pre-event editorial calls, and develop programming recommendations.

Semafor is a global news platform for an increasingly complex world, providing rigorous journalism and insights. The company values transparency and diverse perspectives, with a team of world-class journalists and editors.

Canada

  • Build Google Ads account structure from scratch, including campaign architecture, naming conventions, and testing frameworks.
  • Own the scale path by taking spend from a low base to a major share of total paid budget while holding CAC and subscriber payback.
  • Own Search, Performance Max, Demand Gen, and YouTube, including budget allocation, bidding strategy, and landing page optimization.

Ground News is a news comparison platform that enables users to compare sources, detect media bias, and break free from algorithms. It is a growing team of dedicated professionals committed to building a world where critical thought and civil debate are the norm, with a remote-first culture.

$75,000–$125,000/yr
US

  • Monitor breaking news and identify important developments in real time.
  • Write concise, accurate spot news stories with speed and editorial judgment.
  • Collaborate closely with journalists across teams to coordinate timely coverage.

Our partner is a news organization focused on fast, accurate, and relevant journalism. The 24/7 newsroom has a collaborative, high-energy culture with a commitment to digital-first, audience-driven coverage.

US Unlimited PTO

  • Build a national membership program from the ground up, defining value propositions and tiers to diversify revenue.
  • Own and execute fundraising strategy across email, SMS, and other channels, growing grassroots donor file.
  • Manage reporting, cross-functional collaboration, and team growth to scale membership and fundraising efforts.

COURIER is the fastest growing values-driven local news network in America, operating 20 state newsrooms and a national bureau. It reaches over 150 million Americans weekly and is funded by grassroots supporters across all 50 states, fostering an inclusive workplace that values diverse perspectives.

$90,000–$112,500/yr
Canada

  • Build engaged, community-powered editorial experiences that grow subscribers and increase newsletter engagement through articles, newsletters, social, video, podcasts, and events.
  • Create insight-led decision-support content that helps engineering, AI, and technology leaders make better technical and organizational decisions, optimizing for performance and audience trust.
  • Expand audience reach through contributor relationships, strategic partnerships, and distribution systems across multiple channels.

Black & White Zebra is a rapidly growing, independent media tech company headquartered in Vancouver, B.C., Canada. Since 2012, the company has built a portfolio of digital publications that help millions of people succeed at work, with an international team of over 70 creators, strategists, and innovators.

Canada Unlimited PTO

  • Drive earned media strategy for ShareGate, including press releases, executive bylines, media pitching, and agency management.
  • Lead executive thought leadership programs and coach spokespeople to align with company narrative.
  • Monitor and optimize coverage for AI search visibility, employer branding, and creator partnerships.

Workleap is a Montreal-based tech company founded in 2006 that builds simple products to improve workplace experiences. With over 15,000 customers worldwide, they foster a builder culture where autonomy and direct feedback are valued.

UK Ireland 5w PTO

  • Champion editorial purpose by delivering bold, high-impact campaigns across print, digital, social, video, audio, and events.
  • Work hand-in-glove with Editors, newsrooms, and internal creative teams to turn editorial ideas into standout marketing.
  • Build deep relationships with editorial teams through regular in-person presence in regional newsrooms.

Reach is Britain and Ireland's largest commercial news publisher, home to over 120 brands including the Mirror and Express. They reach 70% of the UK's online population and over 100 million social followers, fostering a culture where every background is respected.

Global

  • Manage and grow a roster of lifestyle, fashion, and beauty creators.
  • Negotiate premium brand partnerships and maximize creator revenue.
  • Deliver exceptional creator service while achieving revenue goals and collaborating with internal teams.

We manage and grow the careers of social media personalities, helping them build lasting brands and turn their influence into sustainable businesses. We are a forward-thinking, digitally minded team that takes a personal, human-first approach to talent management.

LATAM

  • Raise the creative bar by setting quality standards and giving actionable feedback grounded in performance data.
  • Lead your pod of editors, evaluating talent, identifying gaps, and owning staffing decisions to drive post-production output.
  • Partner with strategy, production, and creative directors to turn campaign strategy into high-performing creative and improve workflows.

TubeScience creates data-driven video ads for major advertisers on Facebook and Instagram, across sectors like fashion, beauty, food, and fitness. The company is fast-moving and performance-focused, with a culture that values high standards, constant testing, and accountability.

  • Build proactive talent pipelines across multiple functions
  • Craft personalized outreach and conduct recruiter screens
  • Partner with recruiters and hiring managers to inform hiring strategies

We're a fast-growing startup in the creator economy, defining talent management and marketing for digital-first entertainers. Our 80+ person team services 200+ creators with a combined following of 1B+.