Careers

PLEASE READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BELOW BEFORE APPLYING. ALL CURRENT JOBS ARE LOCATED IN NEW YORK CITY.

Please keep in mind, we receive a lot of applications and unfortunately we don't have the time to reply to every submission. If you don't hear from us after your second application, it is safe to assume that you do not fit the requirements of the position in question. Also, it's a good idea to proofread and spell check; we are an editorial company after all, so your best bet is to have the most polished application possible.

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JUNIOR EDITOR - Full Time (NYC in office)

The next Urlfreeze News editor is the crazy shoe-obsessed one in the friend group. They are always browsing social media to be ahead of what's happening in sneakers. They are a beacon of info to those around you. Is that you? As an Editor, you will play a role in shaping and growing the Urlfreeze News media platform by contributing to daily news posts, social media copy, and other projects. A passion for sneakers, streetwear, art, and sports is highly valued. Bonus points if you maintain your own blog or active social media page. We are looking for individuals who live and breathe sneakers and creative expression, because there are only a handful of sneaker writer positions in the world. You MUST live and breathe sneakers. No casuals.

DUTIES INCLUDE, BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:

A brief introduction about yourself, including interests and hobbies
Edit articles in a neutral yet compelling manner
Craft compelling, engaging headlines that generate clicks
Keep up to date on latest releases and key footwear retailers
Photo cropping/minor editing
Bachelors degree in Marketing, Communications, or a related field
Fact/info checking

QUALIFICATIONS

College-level writing ability
Beginner/Intermediate proficiency with Photoshop (photo cropping/editing)
Have an eye for social media content styles/trends
Knowledge of the sneaker head market in Fine Arts or related field
Obsessive attention to detail (typos, dates, etc.)
Travis Scott Shoes
Able to work in the office in Manhattan, NY
Ability to work in the Urlfreeze News office full-time (Manhattan)

APPLYING

Candidates must follow these basic instructions when submitting applications. Carefully read and edit your application as it is your first and only impression you can make. In one email, include the following:

Subject Line of email: "Editor Position - SN Jobs"
A case study of a successful social media campaign youve managed.
Answer this (200-250 words): Talk about one rising and declining trend in sneakers. (there are no wrong answers)
Answer this (200-250 words): What's the best new collaborator to come out in sneakers in 2023/2024?
Answer this (200-250 words): If a friend were to ask your help in buying a specific pair of shoes, what advice would you give them?
Attach a recent resume in pdf.
Attach a photo of your current sneaker collection.
If you have an active social media page or personal blog, please share

[email protected]

SOCIAL MEDIA SPECIALIST - Full Time (NYC in office)

Urlfreeze News is seeking a dynamic Social Media Specialist to manage and elevate our social media presence across various platforms. In this role, you will be responsible for curating and creating engaging content tailored to our diverse audience of sneaker enthusiasts. Your primary focus will be to increase activity on Urlfreeze News social media accounts and lead to more views on UrlfreezeShops.

DUTIES INCLUDE, BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:

Publish daily news content across Urlfreeze News social media platforms (TikTok, Facebook, Twitter, IG Stories)
Drive audience engagement and growth, setting and achieving specific targets in views, UrlfreezeShops click-throughs, and followers.
Draft authentic and engaging social copy that resonates with our sneaker-centric community.
Include a case study on a recent social media campaign you worked on.
Collaborate on creative campaigns and partnerships to extend our reach and reinforce our brand positioning.
Monitor and analyze social media performance, reporting on key metrics and insights to guide strategy adjustments.

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, or a related field.
1-5 years of experience in social media management, preferably in a lifestyle, fashion, or media publication setting.
Profound understanding of the sneaker industry, including release cycles, trends, and community dynamics.
Expertise in various social media platforms, with a focus on content optimization and engagement strategies.
Creativity in social media storytelling and copywriting, with an ability to capture the Urlfreeze News voice.
Familiarity with pop-culture trends, including memes and online vernacular, to create relatable content.
Strong analytical skills to interpret social media metrics and adapt strategies accordingly.

APPLYING

Candidates must follow these basic instructions when submitting applications. Carefully read and edit your application as it is your first and only impression you can make. In one email, include the following:

Subject Line: "Social Media Specialist - Urlfreeze News"
Working knowledge of motion graphics Adobe After Effects, Final Cut Pro.
Your perspective on the current social media approach of Urlfreeze News – what you like and what could be improved.
A case study of a successful social media campaign you've managed.
A paragraph about yourself - interests, hobbies, so forth.

[email protected]

ADMIN (Junior/Associate) - Full Time

[This position is New York City based, candidate must be available to work in our lower Manhattan office.] Urlfreeze News is looking for an entry level admin to join our team. This position is a little bit of everything related to sneakers and will play a role in shaping and growing the Urlfreeze News audience. The position will also be responsible for highly detailed data-entry into our internal database. A passion for sneakers, streetwear, art, and sports is highly valued.

DUTIES INCLUDE, BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:

Assist in database entry. SKUs, Colors, Photos, etc.
Keep an eye on releases minute by minute, hour by hour
Help draft old, new, and unannounced sneaker release tweets
Photo cropping/minor editing
Assist with our social media accounts across all our verticals

QUALIFICATIONS

College degree
Obsessive attention to detail
Travis Scott Shoes
Able to work in the office in Manhattan, NY
Ability to work in the Urlfreeze News office (Manhattan)

APPLYING

Candidates must follow these basic instructions when submitting applications. Carefully read and edit your application as it is your first and only impression you can make. In one email, include the following:

Subject Line of email: "Admin Position - SN Jobs"
A case study of a successful social media campaign youve managed.
A paragraph about your sneaker history. How you got started, where is it now, what you like/don't like, etc.
Your favorite - and least favorite - things about Urlfreeze News
Attach a recent resume in pdf.
If you have an active blog or social media page, please share

[email protected]

SOCIAL MEDIA SPECIALIST (Kicksfinder)

Kicksfinder, a Urlfreeze News operated database and Twitter account is seeking a Social Media Specialist to manage our social media presence. This position will be responsible for creating Twitter based content for the @kicksfinder account and create strategies for growth and reach. You will be working with our Kicksfinder team to create Twitter commerce based content for our large following of sneaker shoppers. In addition to defining best practices & maintaining a weekly calendar, this person should also be looking at growth and engagement strategies to create more value for our following.

Roles

Plan and maintain social publishing calendar
Obsessive attention to detail
Express the Kicksfinder/Urlfreeze News brand without compromising our voice
Generate real conversation
Ideate partnerships and content plans to build out new avenues for audience growth for the master brand and social channel
Report on performance for social content

QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of the sneaker head market
1-5 years experience managing social accounts for a publisher or agency (ideally media/editorial)
Excellent knowledge of the sneaker space especially around sneaker releases
Must be well versed on the Twitter platform, incl. engagement best practices, formats, specs & paid promotion opportunities
Ideate partnerships & content plans to build out new avenues for audience growth for the master brand and social channels
Strong written skills, especially for creative social copy
Understanding pop-culture language (i.e. memes, etc)

APPLYING

Candidates must follow these basic instructions when submitting applications. Carefully read and edit your application as it is your first and only impression you can make. In one email, include the following:

Subject Line of email: “Social Media Manager - Kicksfinder"
A case study of a successful social media campaign youve managed.
Subject Line: Social Media Specialist - Urlfreeze News
Must have a Bachelors degree.
Attach a recent resume in pdf.

[email protected]

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Video Editorial Specialist

We are searching for individuals with a knack for storytelling through video, fit for today's social media trends.

DUTIES INCLUDE, BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:

Produce engaging video content tailored to unique social media channels
Understanding pop-culture language i.e. memes, etc
Knowledge of video trends on YouTube, TikTok, IG Reels, etc.
Work closely with editorial team to create content that has viral potential
Extensive work for mockups and pitchesfrom web to products and experiences

QUALIFICATIONS

Ability to work in the Urlfreeze News office Manhattan
Experience with shooting sneakers + product
Obsessive attention to detail
Expert level typography knowledge and usage
Keen scope of the footwear industry/events/releases
Able to discern what type of content has "viral" potential
Able to work in the UrlfreezeShops office in Manhattan, NY

APPLYING

Candidates must follow these basic instructions when submitting applications. Carefully read and edit your application as it is your first and only impression you can make. In one email, include the following:

Subject Line of email: "Video Editorial Specialist - SN Jobs"
A case study of a successful social media campaign youve managed.
Include link to your reel and/or some recent work.
Attach a recent resume in pdf.

[email protected]

FULL TIME COMMUNICATION/MEDIA DESIGNER

Urlfreeze News is seeking a well rounded creative with an expert handle of typography usage and knowledge. The Designer’s primary role will be in the day-to-day handling of design projects varying from designing for sneakernews.com, to pitches and marketing plans, and designing for our network of media properties.   This is a downtown Manhattan based position.

Roles

Organizing daily requests and projects
Problem solving and taking design feedback from clients and coworkers
Support branded content programs with design treatments for editorial and social
Extensive work for mockups and pitches—from web to products and experiences
Presentation layout and production (Indesign, PPT and Keynote)
Editorial design and layout
Web, mobile and digital media design and layout

  Qualifications

Knowledge of the sneaker head market in Fine Arts or related field.
2-4 years of experience
Aware of social media video trends
Ability to manage multiple responsibilities and assignments simultaneously under strict deadlines.
Expert level typography knowledge and usage
Plan and maintain social publishing calendar
Knowledge of the sneaker head market
Strong proficiency and experience in the Adobe Creative Suite--Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign.
Proficiency and experience in Keynote and Powerpoint
Proficiency and experience of optimizing designs for online
Experience with shooting sneakers + product
Working knowledge of motion graphics (Adobe After Effects, Final Cut Pro)
Working knowledge of photography basics
Cultivate and manage new and existing client relationships.
Applications without links to portfolios WILL NOT be considered

APPLYING

It's very important you follow these instructions, if you don't, your application will automatically be rejected.

A portfolio is a must! Include link to PDF, Behance portfolio link or similar portfolio. No attachments please.
Please do not attach photos to the email application.
Include a paragraph about yourself, interests, hobbies, etc.
Applications without links to portfolios WILL NOT be considered.
SUBJECT LINE: Communication Designer
[email protected]

Account Director (Digital Ad Sales)

Urlfreeze News and it’s in-house sales agency, Post, is seeking an Account Director to acquire and develop new accounts for our digital and social properties with a reach of 20M + million young people in the digital and social space. Sales duties are focused on premium digital ad sales but can also include sponsorships, custom content, branded content and 360 integration across display, editorial and social. As an Account Director you will be expected to understand the media landscape in the teen and young adult market. The ideal candidate is creative, ambitious, organized and is great at identifying and closing business across specific categories – MUST HAVE experience with digital selling.

Roles

Applications without links to portfolios WILL NOT be considered
years of experience
Aware of social media video trends
Act as liaison between Urlfreeze News and advertiser on all programs, including but not limited to advertising campaigns, branded content, social and mobile promotions.
Understanding pop-culture language i.e. memes, etc.
Prepare weekly sales reports

  Qualifications

4+ years of media sales experience including mobile, digital video, social, programmatic, and data
Attach your updated resume in PDF format.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Bachelors degree in Marketing, Communications, or a related field
Include a case study on a recent social media campaign you worked on
Must have a Bachelors degree.
Computer literate in Mac environment and strong Office (Word, Excel and Powerpoint) skillset
Knowledge of Indesign and Adobe software are pluses.