The Television Academy, based in the NoHo Arts District in North Hollywood, California, is a nonprofit organization devoted to celebrating and empowering storytellers to push the boundaries of what Television can be. The only major organization fully representing the television and broadband screen entertainment industry, it is comprised of over 28,000 members, representing 31 professional peer groups, including performers, directors, producers, art directors and various other artisans, technicians and executives.
The Television Academy recognizes excellence among its peers with the Emmy award, culminating in the Primetime Emmy Awards telecast each fall. The Television Academy also produces several other awards shows and a variety of activities and events for its members throughout the year. These events are featured across the Academy's digital platforms and in its award-winning emmy magazine.
Established in 1959 as the charitable arm of the Television Academy, the Television Academy Foundation is dedicated to preserving the legacy of television while educating and inspiring those who will shape its future. Through renowned educational and outreach programs, such as The Interviews: An Oral History of Television Project, College Television Awards and Summit, Student Internship Program, and the Media Educators Conference, the Foundation seeks to widen the circle of voices our industry represents and to create more opportunity for television to reflect all of society. For more information on the Foundation, please visit TelevisionAcademy.com/Foundation.
Our comprehensive benefits package includes health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance; pension plan; optional retirement plan; flexible spending accounts; generous vacation, sick and personal days; and much more.
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Summary of Position
The Social Media Marketing Coordinator plays a key role in supporting the Digital Communications and Social Media team by executing social media marketing strategies for all Academy events and initiatives. This position requires a detail-oriented and highly organized professional who can manage complex campaigns with multiple moving parts while bringing creativity and a strong visual sense to the work. The ideal candidate is passionate about entertainment, deeply engaged with social platforms, and motivated by creating meaningful connections with audiences.
What You'll Do:
Curate and organize content for Television Academy social media platforms (Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, LinkedIn, and emerging channels).
Quality-check graphic assets for major events, including Televerse, FYC, and Emmy season communications.
Maintain and organize a digital archive of static, motion graphics, and video assets in collaboration with the Creative Producer.
Manage social media content calendar, including copywriting, scheduling, posting, and audience engagement across Academy and Foundation channels.
Create social media assets such as GIFs, mobile-first videos, and static graphics.
Capture live content at Academy events, FYC screenings, Emmys, and editorial shoots.
Collaborate with internal teams to gather priorities for social amplification.
Contribute to ideation and strategy for Emmy-related and other Academy initiatives (Televerse, Hall of Fame, Honors, member events).
Develop social media toolkits for partners, networks, and talent.
Partner with cross-functional teams and external agencies to ensure strong social integration for events and campaigns.
Generate custom analytics reports using native platform insights and Sprout Social.
Share relevant social content with Peer Groups for amplification across LinkedIn and Facebook.
Who You Are:
1–3 years of experience in social media marketing, ideally within entertainment or event marketing.
Strong written and verbal communication skills with a keen eye for detail.
Highly organized with the ability to multitask, prioritize, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Critical thinker and proactive problem-solver.
Comfortable working across major social media platforms, content management systems, and email marketing tools (e.g., Mailchimp, Constant Contact, Salesforce).
Familiarity with graphic design and video editing tools (e.g., Canva, Adobe Creative Suite).
Working knowledge of data analytics and reporting tools.
Self-starter with a growth mindset and a collaborative team-player attitude.
Flexible to work occasional evenings, weekends, or holidays to support events.
Entertainment industry experience required, with strong familiarity with current television shows and talent.
Disclaimer: This description should not be construed to contain every function or responsibility. At management’s discretion, the employee may be assigned different or additional duties from time to time.
Compensation
The expected pay range for this role is $28 - $30 per hour and is based on a wide range of factors including but not limited to relevant skills, training, experience, and education. Our comprehensive benefits package includes a flexible hybrid work environment, health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance; pension plan, optional retirement plan; flexible spending accounts; generous time off policies; professional development resources, and much more.
For consideration, please send your resume and a short cover letter that showcases your personality and why you think you’re the perfect fit for this role to careers@televisionacademy.com.