Job description

Job Title: Media & Marketing Assistant

Department/Group: Media Department and Commercial/Events Department

Responsible to: Head of Media, Press & Communications

Location: The normal place(s) of work will be:

• Priestfield Stadium, Redfern Avenue, Gillingham, ME7 2PE (regular visits to club’s training ground also required)

Hours of Work 40 hours per week, plus matchdays

The role is predominantly 9am – 5pm, Monday – Friday, however it does require evening and weekend work.

Salary £21,000 - £23,000 per annum

To Apply Please email your CV, accompanied by a cover letter, to
[email protected] by Tuesday July 11 at 5pm.

Job Description

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• To work directly with the Head of Media, Press & Communications to support the day-to-day media and marketing of all football and non-football happenings at Gillingham Football Club
• To liaise with the Commercial and Events Department to provide marketing support
• To assist in the creation and delivery of media and marketing content and strategy
• To manage social media pages, and campaigns, at the direction of the Head of department, as well as monitor social media trends to maximise engagement
• To record social media and website analytics to assist in future strategy
• To collaborate with GFC Business Partners to develop and implement shared marketing strategies
• To work with all GFC departments to schedule media and marketing content
• To update GFC websites and write engaging copy
• To coordinate GFC matchday Legends program alongside Head of Media and Commercial and assist with family engagement initiatives
• To work with non-traditional media outlets (i.e. podcasters, supporters clubs) when directed to ensure effective synergies with GFC
• Take the lead on Digital Marketing projects and ensure emails are targeted to the right audiences
• Attend press conferences and media/marketing events as instructed.
• Attend first-team and academy fixtures as instructed for social media and website coverage

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Personal Specification

• Media and communications experience and/or marketing experience, or course of study in the same area required
• Graphic design proficiency essential
• Proficient in Adobe Premiere, Photoshop and basic Microsoft packages
• Strong understanding of various social media platforms (specifically Twitter, Facebook,

Instagram, LinkedIn and TikTok)

• Team player who liaises easily with various GFC departments
• Exceptional writing skills and attention to detail
• Excellent communicator
• Capable of efficiently working on multiple concurrent projects in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to pivot and prioritise in an ever-changing work environment
• Willing to learn new skills
• Willing to work unsociable hours and cover all events (not just Football) for website and social platforms
• Full driving license required with access to own transport (essential)

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Job Type: Full-time

Salary: £21,000.00-£23,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Store discount

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Gillingham: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Education:

• Bachelor's (preferred)

Experience:

• Digital marketing: 1 year (preferred)
• website editing: 1 year (preferred)

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 12/07/2023
Reference ID: GillsMediaMarketing23