Social Media Content Creator

Company: Rick Shiels Media Ltd 

Position: Social Media Content Creator 

Location: Remote (UK based) 

Report To: Community Manager 

Term: Permanent 

Role Overview: 

We are seeking a passionate and creative Social Media Content Creator to join the team, working on a brand-new project. This exciting role will be at the forefront of building the brand’s online presence and fostering a vibrant community. You will assist with developing and executing engaging social media content across key platforms (TikTok, Instagram, Facebook, X, LinkedIn, YouTube) that resonates with our target audience, whilst supporting and nurturing our community. 

Our community is at the heart of everything we do, and we are committed to growing this before we launch public marketing efforts. Achieving this goal will require a great deal of commitment, passion, and belief in the project. This requires a deep understanding of our target market and a dedication to creating content that informs, entertains, and inspires. 

A strong knowledge and understanding of digital trends, marketing, and the wider golf or sports industry is required. The ideal candidate will hold 1+ years of dedicated social media marketing experience with a proven track record of creating high-quality, engaging content. Excellent written and verbal communication skills are essential, as is the ability to create, edit, and deliver exciting and innovative social campaigns that drive audience growth. 

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Key Roles and Responsibilities: 

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Social Media Management & Content Creation: 

• Channel Management:
• Manage day-to-day social media channels and campaigns across TikTok, Instagram, Facebook, X, and LinkedIn 
• Develop and maintain comprehensive content/publishing calendars 

• Content Creation:
• Create engaging video content using editing software such as CapCut, Final Cut Pro, or Adobe Premiere Pro, including on-the-ground Instagram Stories and Reels. 
• Develop compelling video, graphic, and animation content for social media platforms 
• Write high-quality, engaging social media copy 
• Create and manage newsletters through platforms like Mailchimp 

• Content Strategy:
• Ideate and create briefs for photographers/videographers (where needed) 
• Conduct research and analysis to identify new trends and opportunities 
• Regularly update plans based on new technology, trends, and concepts 

• Performance Tracking & Reporting:
• Track and analyse social campaign performance through regular reports and share with the team 
  

Collaboration and Support: 

• Support the Community Manager in their day-to-day activities. 
• Act as a team liaison, communicating regularly with internal teams and senior management. 

Qualifications & Skills: 

• A strong knowledge of golf, with a good knowledge of sports culture, brands, and events 
• Experience in content creation and social media management 
• Good understanding of and experience in copywriting for social media, with a high premium on excellent English language skills 
• Proficiency in video editing software 
• Ability to engage with users and foster a positive community environment 
• Prior experience working on social media campaigns and community building for apps (ideal but not essential) 
• Happy to work unsociable hours and often at weekends 

Compensation: 

Competitive salary 

Paid Time Off (PTO): 25 days of vacation per year, plus public holidays and 3 personal days 

Working hours: 40hrs per week 

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