Job description
This is a remote, freelance position
Polygon is a leading gaming and entertainment brand delivering breaking news, trending stories, analysis, and viral moments across the biggest games, franchises, and creators in the world.
As a worldwide leader, Polygon operates at a rapid pace and is always looking for experienced and passionate contributors who can create original high-quality content in a timely manner.
Your Responsibilities
Schedule and manage daily content (links, images, videos) across multiple social platforms (Facebook, Instagram, Threads, X, TikTok) - including breaking news, evergreen discussion posts, reels, and more.
Create engaging social graphics (Photoshop, Canva or similar)
Write engaging captions and copy to drive user interaction, leveraging Polygon's voice and style.
Edit short-form video content for social distribution
Monitor performance data and adjust strategy accordingly
Identify trending topics and reactive content opportunities
Collaborate with editorial to maximise story performance
Learn and utilize the TrueAnthem scheduling tool and Media Library system, efficiently tagging, sorting, and organizing content.
Provide flexible availability, adjusting work hours as needed for special events such as Gamescom, award shows, or major entertainment news cycles.
What We Offer
Competitive compensation.
Consistent and timely payments.
Remote freelance position to work from a location of your choice.
Exposure to Polygon's large and passionate audience, providing you an exciting opportunity to make a genuine impact.
Experience and Skills
Proven experience managing social media accounts at scale, specifically Facebook and Instagram
Strong understanding of platform algorithms and audience behaviour
Ability to create compelling static social imagery
Basic short-form video editing skills
Experience using social scheduling and analytics tools
Strong interest in gaming and gaming media
Experience in digital publishing or media
Familiarity with monetisation strategies across social platforms
How to Apply
If you are interested in this role, please send us the following documentation by uploading it in the relevant fields below:
Your CV
A cover letter
At least a sample social post or portfolio examples similar in nature to the content published by Polygon
Our hiring team will review your application and contact you if we believe that your experience could be a match for this role.
Please note that a skills evaluation may be required as part of our application process.
Polygon is part of theValnet Publishing Group.
Valnet, founded in 2012, is a global digital publishing and media investment Company that owns and operates over 25 authoritative brands across diverse verticals, including entertainment, sports, technology, automotive, gaming, lifestyle and Travel.
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Who can apply
Eligible countries: United States. Accepted UTC offsets: UTC-10, UTC-9, UTC-8, UTC-7, UTC-6, UTC-5, UTC+14. Review the full description for employer-specific work authorization, residency and schedule requirements.