Head of Social Media – Launch BasketNews Greece

About the role

BasketNews, Europe’s leading basketball media group, is launching a Greek edition and needs a Head of Social Media to build its presence from day one. You will define the voice, create the first posts and grow an engaged community of Greek basketball fans.

Key responsibilities

• Launch and grow BasketNews Greece on Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, X, Facebook and emerging platforms.
• Define the Greek social voice, tone and content strategy.
• Produce and publish daily short‑form videos, reels, graphics, match‑day updates and breaking news.
• Own the content calendar and real‑time reaction to GBL, EuroLeague, national team, NBA and Greek players abroad.
• Track performance, lead a small team and use data to optimise growth.
• Collaborate with the Greek Editor‑in‑Chief and the HQ team on strategy and campaigns.
• Help recruit and manage a social and video production team as the market scales.

Required profile

• Deep knowledge of Greek basketball culture, leagues, rivalries and fan language.
• 3+ years of hands‑on social media experience, preferably in sports or entertainment.
• Self‑starter able to work independently as the first social hire in a new market.
• Fluent Greek and strong working English.

Required skills

• CapCut
• Premiere
• Photoshop

What we offer

• The rare opportunity to shape a brand’s market entry and voice.
• Full ownership and creative freedom to experiment with formats and platforms.
• Support from a passionate, international media group.