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Digital & Social Platform Editor

Semafor

New York, NY · full time · Mid

$100,000 – $120,000

Listed on Semafor’s own careers site. You apply with them directly — we never stand between you and the employer.

What this role is

Semafor seeks an editor to amplify journalism across social platforms and digital channels by packaging, clipping, and distributing stories in formats optimized for YouTube, TikTok, LinkedIn, X, and emerging platforms. This role suits someone with strong news judgment, video editing skills, and deep understanding of how content performs on modern media platforms.

Our summary, not Semafor’s wording. The full posting is on their site.

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What they ask for

Required

  • 3–5 years in social media, audience development, digital publishing, or platform distribution
  • Strong editorial instincts and news judgment
  • Publishing experience on LinkedIn, YouTube, X, and Reddit
  • Understanding of platform-native storytelling
  • Ability to work quickly in a fast-paced newsroom and live event environment
  • Experience with live events
  • Proficiency with Premiere, CapCut, Descript, or similar editing tools

Nice to have

  • Coverage or support of live events
  • Work experience with diverse journalist and newsroom teams
  • Interest in business, politics, media, technology, or global affairs

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