Head of Social

Substack·New York·Remote·Posted 2 November 2026

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Substack is building a new economic engine for culture, giving the brightest, most interesting, and most creative people on the internet the power of their own publishing platform. Substack empowers independent writers, artists, videographers, podcasters, and creators of all types to create, share, and make a living off their work through subscriptions, while offering them creative freedom, ownership, and a direct connection to their audiences. We’re looking for a Head of Social to own how Substack shows up on external social channels, and turn social into a driver of consumer discovery, creator growth, and cultural credibility. This is a leadership role on the Brand & Communications team. You will set the vision, hire and develop a small team across social strategy, creative, and community, and stay close enough to the work to shape what ships each day. The ideal candidate is a creative thinker with deep fluency across social platforms. This person will define Substack's social vision and platform-by-platform strategy, tied to company goals for creator growth, reader acquisition, and brand perception. They will partner with the editorial, partnerships, and product teams to…

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