Social Journalist (Hybrid)
UNILAD · Manchester
Job description
About the role
We are looking for a Social Journalist to join UNILAD’s editorial team in Manchester. This hybrid role blends journalism with social publishing, focusing on US viral news, pop culture and emerging trends.
Key responsibilities
- Source, pitch, write and publish stories for UNILAD’s website and social platforms.
- Monitor breaking news, social platforms, fan communities, forums and Google Trends to spot viral moments.
- Develop original journalism – exclusive lines, interviews, explainers, features and repeatable social‑first formats.
- Create headlines, captions, thumbnails and visual treatments that drive engagement.
- Package and publish content across Facebook, Instagram, X and other relevant platforms.
Required profile
- Experience as a journalist, social journalist, audience journalist or content creator in a fast‑paced digital media environment.
- Passion for UK and US news, pop culture and viral trends.
- Ability to write quickly, accurately and maintain high editorial standards.
- Calm, organised and decisive during live and breaking news situations.
Required skills
- Strong understanding of Facebook, Instagram, X and awareness of TikTok, YouTube, Reddit, WhatsApp.
- Knowledge of SEO, Google Trends and search audience behaviour.
- Familiarity with analytics tools such as Google Analytics, NewsWhip, Chartbeat.
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UNILAD
Manchester