Social Content Editor

BLAST • Full-time • London, GB • 1d ago

Reports To: Head of Marketing and Social

About the Role:

We're looking for a dynamic and detail-oriented Social Content Editor to join our team. You'll play a critical role in shaping and maintaining our digital presence across platforms like YouTube, Twitch, Twitter (X), and more. This role is perfect for a self-starter with a passion for video production, social media strategy, and esports.

Responsibilities:

Short Form Videos:

Produce and upload daily short-form videos, including highlights, teasers, clips, memes, and more
Optimise video titles, descriptions, and metadata for maximum reach and engagement

Long Form Content:

Upload and prepare long-form content for YouTube, ensuring high-quality thumbnails, metadata, and descriptions
Adapt LFC for YouTube (e.g., create intros, manage end screens)
Create engaging teaser content for X/Twitter promotion
Collaborate and plan with the content team to produce multi-use long-form content that engages our audience and help build a brand story for our live events

YouTube Management:

Oversee general maintenance and community engagement for @BLASTPremier and @BLASTPremierHighlights
Coordinate with external partners to ensure seamless video production and uploads
Manage the creation of new channels across platforms like YouTube, Twitch, and Kick
Regularly update channel graphics and collaborate with our creative team on social asset packages

Event Content Production:

Prepare and produce content during media days, including highlight clips and daily short-form videos
Ensure highlight clips are produced and uploaded promptly to capitalise on event hype
Set up and manage daily event livestreams on YouTube, including test streams, metadata updates, and stream keys coordination with Broadcast teams
Update Twitch/Kick stream information in collaboration with relevant teams

General Content Operations:

Collaborate with Production to deliver Plays of the Day (POTD) clips to freelancers
Update Twitch tiles and step in for live coverage when necessary

Analytics & Reporting:

Generate and analyse performance reports across YouTube, Twitch, and TikTok to inform strategy

Requirements

Proven experience in video production, editing, and uploading across digital platforms
Strong understanding of metadata optimisation (titles, tags, descriptions) for YouTube and other platforms
Familiarity with livestream setups, stream keys, and real-time content management
Exceptional organisational skills and ability to juggle multiple projects simultaneously
Passion for esports and gaming content is highly desirable
Proficiency with tools like Slack, Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets), and editing software (e.g., Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects)
Happy to travel to multiple events worldwide

Benefits