Gillingham Football Club

Full Time Gillingham, England 21000 - 23000 GBP ANNUAL Today

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

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)

Job Type: Full-time

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

Benefits: