Ultimate Fighting Championship is Hiring for Social Media Coordinator

Social Media Coordinator at Ultimate Fighting Championship

Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) is hiring a Social Media Coordinator in Las Vegas, NV. This entry-level role supports day-to-day publishing, video editing, and event coverage across UFC’s flagship social channels. If you’re a detail-oriented marketer who thrives in live sports environments and can translate fast-moving storylines into timely content, this opportunity sits at the intersection of MMA, media, and fan engagement.

Company Overview

UFC is the world’s premier mixed martial arts organization, with more than 700 million fans and approximately 300 million social media followers. The organization stages 40+ live events annually in top arenas and broadcasts to over 950 million households across more than 170 countries. UFC’s roster features elite athletes from 80+ countries and includes UFC FIGHT PASS, a leading streaming service for combat sports. UFC is part of TKO Group Holdings (NYSE: TKO), alongside WWE and PBR, collectively producing 500+ live events a year and reaching 1 billion households across 210 countries and territories.

Role Summary

The Social Media Coordinator executes the daily content plan for UFC’s official social accounts, from concept through publishing. You will draft copy, edit video, schedule posts, and provide both on-site and remote coverage around live events. The role also supports analytics reporting, community management, and experimentation on emerging platforms.

Key Responsibilities

• Execute day-to-day posting across UFC social accounts.
• Manage creative requests, asset delivery, and approvals.
• Write, edit, and publish content for Facebook, Instagram, X, and Threads.
• Edit short-form video tailored to platform best practices.
• Deliver on-site and remote coverage for live UFC events.
• Maintain the social calendar and optimize posting cadence.
• Use analytics tools to report on KPIs and identify trends.
• Execute community management and track fan sentiment.
• Support growth on emerging and evolving social platforms.
• Assist on additional tasks and projects as assigned.

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent experience.
• Two years of social media experience with a sports property preferred.
• Proficiency in Adobe Premiere, Photoshop, and After Effects preferred.
• Demonstrable short-form video editing for social platforms is a plus.
• Journalism background and MMA/UFC knowledge preferred.
• Experience with social analytics tools; strong Excel skills for reporting.
• Comfort working nights, weekends, and holidays for live events.
• Positive attitude and ability to handle a fast-paced schedule.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to maintain confidentiality.

Compensation And Location

• Location: Las Vegas, NV.
• Compensation: $36,016–$42,486 USD (salary range provided by employer).
• Schedule: Aligned with UFC’s live event calendar, including nights/weekends/holidays.
• Employment Type: Not specified.

TKO is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with applicable laws regarding non-discrimination and reasonable accommodations.

How To Apply

Ready to contribute to one of the most-watched sports brands in the world? Apply here: submit your application and relevant work samples to be considered.

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