The Edinburgh International Festival is looking for an experienced, passionate and dedicated Digital Officer to join the Communications and Digital team. We want you to help us deliver this unparalleled celebration of the performing arts, which brings some of the most exciting and creative artists working today to audiences from around the world.
The International Festival is an equal opportunity employer, we value diversity and applications from candidates of all communities and backgrounds. Inclusive culture is the foundation for a successful workplace, this is a key focus for us across our staff, our artists, and our audiences.
To increase the diversity of our staff, our recruitment includes the Rooney Rule - regarding ethnicity – and Disability Confident Scheme for interviews. For more information go to our website. We also welcome applicants who are knowledgeable and passionate about the artforms we present, especially classical music.
The Role:
You'll be hands‑on across the Festival's website and email – editing and updating website content, building segmented email campaigns, and also contributing to community management and social media posting, particularly at peak periods. You'll work closely with the Website & Email Manager, the Social Media & Content Manager and colleagues across the Communications, Digital and Audiences teams, gaining broad experience across the full range of the Festival's digital activity.
Performance Indicators and Deliverables
- Manage and update content across the Festival website throughout the year
- Generate segmented email communications that build engagement and drive ticket sales
- Contribute to community management and social media posting, particularly at peak periods
- Support the wider team with copywriting, proofing and house style guidance
- Assist with reporting on key performance indicators across web, email, CRM and social channels
Closing date for applications: Monday 5 October 2026, 9:00am
Funded by The City of Edinburgh Council and Creative Scotland.
Registered charity number SC004694.
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Digital Officer employer: Edinburgh International Festival
The Edinburgh International Festival is an exceptional employer, offering a vibrant and inclusive work culture that celebrates diversity and creativity. As a Senior Editor, you will have the opportunity to shape the narrative of one of the world's leading arts festivals, while benefiting from a supportive environment that prioritises employee growth and development. Located in the heart of Edinburgh, you will be part of a passionate team dedicated to delivering outstanding artistic experiences to audiences globally.
Contact Details:
Edinburgh International Festival Recruitment Team
