Media and Marketing Assistant Gillingham, England
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
