What We Do/Project
This Social Media Contractor role supports Food Network’s marketing team by managing the full social media lifecycle for assigned shows, including content creation, copywriting, asset coordination, social scheduling, and promotional video editing using Adobe Premiere and Photoshop. The ideal candidate has at least 3 years of experience, strong writing and attention to detail, and a passion for creating engaging public-facing content in a collaborative, fast-paced entertainment environment.
This is a unique opportunity to join Clients Food Network marketing team and directly influence one of the most recognizable lifestyle brands in entertainment. The contractor will own the social promotion strategy and execution for assigned television shows, creating content that reaches millions of viewers across highly visible social platforms.
The team offers a collaborative, creative, and supportive culture where employees work across social media, talent relations, PR, marketing, and digital initiatives. Candidates will gain hands-on experience managing an entire show marketing lifecycle – from premiere planning and content creation to audience engagement and campaign optimization – while partnering with industry-leading talent and entertainment professionals.
Job Responsibilities / Typical Day in the Role
• Own and manage the social media promotion strategy for assigned Food Network shows.
• Coordinate and request marketing assets from production companies before show premieres.
• Review and select video cuts to create engaging social media content.
• Write clear, compelling copy for social media posts and campaigns.
• Schedule and publish content across Food Network social platforms.
• Create promotional highlight reels and short-form video content using Adobe Premiere.
• Develop creative social assets, including memes and other audience engagement content.
• Support shows marketing efforts throughout the entire lifecycle, from pre-premiere promotion through post-launch engagement.
• Collaborate closely with the social media team and receive ongoing feedback to optimize content performance.
• Monitor and maintain high-quality, detail-oriented public-facing content that reflects the Food Network brand
Must Have Skills / Requirements
1) Adobe Premier experience and examples (Portfolio)
a. 3+ years
2) Adobe Photoshop experience and examples (Portfolio)
a. 3+ years
3) Copywriting experience
a. 3+ years
Nice to Have Skills / Preferred Requirements
1) Don’t need to have a food background but an interest in food is preferred
2) Experience with sprout for social analytics.
