Create original short-form social content for TikTok, Instagram Reels, and other platforms. Produce on-camera breaking-news stories, edit and repurpose footage, track pop-culture trends, and collaborate with the social media team on creative strategies. Content must be entertaining, authentic, witty, relatable, and aligned with TMZ’s brand voice and Gen-Z audience.
OVERVIEW OF THE COMPANY
FOX EntertainmentWith a legacy spanning nearly 40 years, FOX Entertainment is one of the world’s most recognizable media brands and a leading global creator of multi-genre content across broadcast, streaming, digital and emerging platforms. Known for its independent, innovative spirit and bold storytelling, the company is committed to reaching audiences where they are through a platform- and format-agnostic approach to developing, testing and scaling intellectual property worldwide. FOX Entertainment consists of three core business units. The FOX Television Network, which encompasses its flagship linear platform and streaming partnerships with Hulu and FOX One, is home to hit series including The Simpsons, The Masked Singer, Doc, Memory of a Killer, Fear Factor: House of Fear, The Floor and Hell’s Kitchen. FOX Entertainment Studios, operates the in-house scripted and unscripted studios behind series such as Animal Control, Best Medicine, The Faithful, and The Way Home, as well as Bento Box Entertainment with animated hits such as Hazbin Hotel and Krapopolis; Studio Ramsay Global with Next Level Chef, Gordon Ramsay’s Secret Service and Knife Edge: Chasing Michelin Stars; entertainment studio TMZ; and the independent film label Tideline. FOX Entertainment Global is the company’s worldwide content sales and distribution arm. As part of its evolution into a modern next-gen studio, FOX Entertainment is expanding its digital storytelling ecosystem with investments across vertical video with Holywater, Chain’s experiential storytelling, podcasting with Meet Cute, a two-way content pipeline with HarperCollins Publishing, and creator-led formats through the newly formed FOX Creator Studios. Through these strategic initiatives, the company is investing earlier in emerging ideas and new forms of audience engagement, while maintaining the ability to grow successful concepts into premium franchises across broadcast, streaming and global platforms. A prolific content creator and production partner, FOX Entertainment collaborates with leading studios, creators, and platforms worldwide to produce and distribute premium content at scale across broadcast, streaming, and digital ecosystems, while continuing to grow its portfolio of owned IP and next-generation storytelling formats.JOB DESCRIPTIONTMZ is looking for a creative and confident Social Media Content Creator to give our brand a fresh, authentic face across social platforms. This role is perfect for a content creator who lives and breathes pop culture, has a sharp sense of humor, and knows how to make content that connects with the Gen-Z audience. You’ll pitch and produce short-form videos, engage with current trends, and collaborate with our team to create a social presence that’s witty, relatable, and engaging.
Responsibilities:
- Create original, entertaining, and on-brand content for TikTok, Instagram Reels, and other platforms.
- Edit and repurpose existing footage, interviews, news clips, and other TMZ assets into social-ready videos.
- Pitch and deliver breaking news stories in a way that feels natural, captivating, and aligned with our voice.
- Stay up to date with the latest trends, sounds, challenges, and features to ensure content remains fresh and relevant.
- Collaborate with the social media team to brainstorm, pitch, and execute creative content strategies.
- Edit and package video content using tools like Premiere Pro and CapCut.
Requirements:
- Experience creating social media content, with a strong emphasis on TikTok and Instagram.
- Strong on-camera presence — energetic, confident, and comfortable delivering stories.
- Proficiency in Adobe Premiere Pro and CapCut.
- Knowledge of internet trends and pop culture trends.
TMZ is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with applicable law.
Pursuant to state and local pay disclosure requirements, the pay rate/range for this role, with final offer amount dependent on education, skills, experience, and location is $20.00-22.00 per hour. This role is also eligible for various benefits, including medical/dental/vision, insurance, a 401(k) plan, paid time off, and other benefits in accordance with applicable plan documents. Benefits for Union represented employees will be in accordance with the applicable collective bargaining agreement.View more detail about FOX Benefits.
Fox Corporation Los Angeles, California, USA Office
Los Angeles, CA, United States, 90067
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