At a Glance
- Tasks: Support marketing activities, focusing on social media and content creation for a vibrant arts hub.
- Company: The Mowlem, a thriving arts hub in Swanage with a strong community focus.
- Benefits: Gain hands-on experience in marketing within a creative environment.
- Other info: Flexible hours and opportunities to engage with local festivals and artists.
- Why this job: Join a passionate team and help promote exciting events that enrich the community.
- Qualifications: Interest in the arts, social media skills, and creativity are essential.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 35000 £ per year.
The Mowlem is a thriving arts hub for Swanage and a charitable organisation offering creative events throughout the year. We are an independent cinema with a 380-seat auditorium, studio space, gallery, and Showbar. Each year, we host over 300 events and welcome more than 25,000 visitors through our doors. Community and culture are at the heart of what we do, and we regularly partner with local festivals, schools, amateur societies, and professional artists and productions.
We are seeking a highly motivated Marketing Assistant to join our small, dedicated team for a six‑month period (July–December 2026). You will support a wide range of marketing activities and campaigns, with a strong focus on social media, content creation, and audience development.
Key Responsibilities- Create and schedule social media content across Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn
- Research and contribute creative ideas to promote our programme of events
- Review and update website content, writing copy and liaising with content owners
- Analyse marketing analytics to evaluate campaign effectiveness
- Assist with writing and designing printed materials
- Distribute flyers locally to promote events in Swanage and Purbeck
- Create a monthly “What’s On” press newsletter
- Support the team at events where a marketing presence is required
- Interest in theatre, cinema, music, and the role of the arts in the community
- Understanding of arts marketing and its key activities
- Experience creating engaging social media content tailored to different platforms
- Design skills using Canva or Adobe Creative Cloud
- Strong organisational and writing skills, with excellent attention to detail
- Good teamwork and communication abilities
- Reliable, punctual, and able to manage time effectively
- Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends when required
- Community engagement — working with local partners, festivals, and organisations
- Photography, videography and film editing skills — to support our social media output
- Email marketing — experience with Mailchimp or similar platforms
- Analytics literacy — interpreting insights from Meta, Google Analytics, etc.
- Audience development — understanding how to grow and diversify audiences
Marketing Assistant in Swanage employer: The Mowlem (The Mowlem Institute Charity)
The Mowlem is an exceptional employer that fosters a vibrant work culture centred around community and creativity in the heart of Swanage. As a Marketing Assistant, you will have the opportunity to engage with local artists and festivals while developing your skills in a supportive environment that values personal growth and collaboration. With a focus on meaningful events and audience engagement, working here means being part of a passionate team dedicated to enriching the cultural landscape of our community.
Contact Details:
The Mowlem (The Mowlem Institute Charity) Recruitment Team
