Marketing and Communications Manager in South West London

Do you have experience of working on the production of high quality video and audio content and an active interest in podcasting? We are looking for a gifted and committed marketing professional with an excellent understanding of digital and social media, experience working on the production of high quality video and audio content and an active interest in podcasting. As well as technical abilities like experience with social media management software and great copywriting skills, you will need to be able to work well in a team.

The Role

The Marketing and Communications Manager is a core role. You will work directly with the Head of Content and Communications (HoC) and Creative Content Designer and Animator on the delivery of a communications strategy focused on increasing visibility and impact. Utilising an excellent understanding of digital marketing and content creation, you will manage the digital and social media channels, leading on the development and delivery of high-quality video, audio and image based content, work on communication strategies to support new research and report launches, and work closely on the production of podcasts including The Sacred podcast. It will also involve working with the Operations and Events Manager across the online and offline events programme.

About You

You will have excellent copywriting and content development skills, with the ability to write engaging, audience-focused content across different formats. Highly creative, with the ability to produce compelling multimedia content and oversee production from concept to execution, you will have experience in planning and executing digital marketing and promotional campaigns. You will also have:

• An interest in and/or experience of podcast production
• Strong organisational and project management skills
• Proven experience of using social media management and Ads manager software (e.g. Sprout Social, Hootsuite, Podigee, Twitter, Instagram and Facebook ads)
• Experience of using social media reporting tools (e.g. Google Looker Studio) to generate performance insights
• Experience using social media platforms, website content management systems and IT systems including Microsoft Office
• Experience of using video editing software (e.g. Adobe Premier Pro)
• Filming experience with knowledge of mirrorless cameras (e.g. Sony A7iv)
• Experience of using audio editing software (e.g. Logic Pro X, Izotope RX11)

Please provide your CV and a 250-word statement that sets out your interest and suitability for this position.

In Return…

• Commitment - As a Christian organisation, the charity believes you have gifts and abilities that are all your own. So they are willing to explore how what you have might fit what’s needed.
• The checklist - There’s no such thing as the perfect candidate. You don’t have to tick every box on the job description before you apply!
• It’s personal - You have a life outside work, and the organisation wants you to be able to live it well. So are happy to talk to you about flexible working hours and working from home.
• Learn and grow - When you’re trained in a new skill, or learn a different perspective, it benefits everyone. The organisation is committed to making it possible for everyone to flourish, with a huge variety of learning resources available.
• Together and apart - The charity believes in home working where it’s appropriate, and during lockdown they made that work really well. But know how important it is to meet face to face, too and are committed to making the office an enriching environment, where people are glad to be.
• Celebrating difference - Universal acceptance for everyone, everywhere is at the heart of the organisation and it promotes diversity of thought, culture and background. Diversity is valued and this is reflected in the workforce.
• Level ground - We want you to bring your best to the application and selection process. If you need any adjustments to be made for that to happen, let us know and we’ll be glad to help.

Benefits include: Flexible Working, Pension, Employee Assistance Programme, Family Time benefits including TOIL, 28 days (plus bank holidays) after 2 years’ service (plus holiday trading, office closed at Christmas, additional closure the day before Good Friday and as day after Easter Monday), gym membership, Health Cash Plan or Private Medical, Cycle Scheme, Life Assurance, Staff Seminars, All Staff Gatherings, Access to LinkedIn Learning platform, Tastecard, Childcare Vouchers, Loyalty Awards, Staff Events, Free tea and coffee.

Working in over 200 countries and territories, the organisation's parent charity is a global mission to bring the Bible to life for everyone and believes that when people engage with the Bible lives can be changed, for good. The charity is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity and aspires to reflect this in its workforce. Applications are welcome from people representing all sections of the community.