MTV is seeking a freelance Coordinator to join MTVE Studios’ Social Events team in support of upcoming tentpole projects. This team leads social/digital strategy and production for culture-making events including the Movie & TV Awards, CMT Music Awards, and VMAs. Looking for candidates who are obsessed with all things music, movies, TV, social media, and pop culture. You are creative, detail-obsessed, and comfortable balancing multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment. You also have strong written and verbal communication skills, and an intimate understanding of internet culture.
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On a day-to-day basis, this role is responsible for posting content to MTV’s various digital/social platforms as well as additional tasks related to ongoing projects. Working under the direction of managers and directors, responsibilities also include research, copywriting, website updates, project management tasks and fan engagement.
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Responsibilities:
- Community management & fan engagement across events social accounts on various platforms (ie @VMAs, @MTVAwards)
- Digital asset management, copywriting, maintaining a content calendar, and reporting relevant insights
- Various tasks related to project management and upkeep
- Coordinate video + photo publishing and MTV.com site updates
- Creative ideation and research around digital content opportunities
- Make short video clips for various social platforms
- Carry out various administrative tasks for team, such as arranging meetings and taking notes, etc when needed
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Ideal candidates possess the following qualities:
- Highly organized and detail-oriented with the ability to multitask
- Strong communication and writing skills; able to speak the language of our audience
- Be knowledgeable of the mechanics and best practices for various social platforms
- Forward-thinking; stays on top of the latest cultural & digital trends. Obsessed with pop culture, movies, TV and music
- Basic understanding of Adobe Photoshop, Final Cut or Adobe Premiere, or experience with content management systems a plus!
- Familiarity with MTV and CMT brands, on-air programming and social accounts
- Curiosity for innovative products/platforms and willingness to implement creative ideas
- Be available full time and be willing to work evenings and weekends when needed
- College graduates with 1 year related online/social production experience
- Note this is a freelance position through October 2023
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