Community Stories Lead
We’re looking for a Community Stories Lead to join Snap Inc! As a member of the Content team, you will immerse yourself in Snapchat user content and find innovative ways to create Stories from the snaps our community creates. Working from our Los Angeles, CA headquarters, you’ll collaborate with the Entertainment and Lifestyle, Sports, and News team to drive the creation and editorial excellence of Community Stories.
What you'll do:
Have your finger on the internet and pop culture pulse and work quickly to create Community Stories on trending subjects
Immerse yourself in Snapchat user content and find innovative ways to create Stories from the snaps our community creates
Partner with the Entertainment and Lifestyle, Sports and News team to drive the creation and editorial excellence of Community Stories (formerly known as Our Stories)
Assist and help manage the output of Story Editors to oversee all types of story production, giving real time feedback and taking responsibility for the quality of stories published
Ensure Story Editors are adhering to all best practices and guidelines
Closely monitor story performance and key metrics to make data driven decisions to maximize key metrics and identify poorly performing Stories
Work with Community Manager to coordinate schedules and assignments to ensure appropriate coverage
Consistently develop and test new story types and topics
Forward plan the Editorial Calendar
Build and develop a network of contributors who can respond quickly to reactive Stories
Consistently pitch, innovate, develop, and test new story types and topics
Represent the Community vertical on content initiatives internally and externally
Deputize for the Community Manager when required
Minimum qualifications:
Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
3+ years experience
Preferred qualifications:
An expert storyteller
A proven track record of sound editorial judgment and attention to detail
The ability to work fast under pressure
An obsessive interest in internet and pop culture
A passion for Snapchat and the content created using the Snap camera
A highly motivated self starter, who can juggle a myriad of tasks
An excellent collaborator and communicator
Management experience
Willingness to work evenings and weekends