Social Media and Communications Assistant Kingsdown, Kent, Kent, South East England, England
Job description
This is an exciting opportunity to join the MotorSport Vision media team, supporting social media, PR and marketing activity for headline events at the group's five UK race circuits, plus the PalmerSport driving event at Bedford Autodrome.
The role:
Working within the media team, you will assist with the promotion of several areas of the business through social media platforms including Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and TikTok, as well as in the local, national and specialist press.
The job will also include hands-on involvement at major race meetings at Brands Hatch, Donington Park, Oulton Park, Snetterton and Cadwell Park as well as assisting with the day-to-day organisation of the MSV press office. You will also have the opportunity to assist with the promotion of MSV-run championships including the country's biggest series the Bennetts British Superbike Championship and the UK's leading single-seater championship GB3 partnered by the BRDC, and its sister series GB4.
Key responsibilities:
- Updating MSV's circuit and event social media channels (primarily Facebook, Twitter and Instagram) and responding to queries
- Assist with the management of MSV's media accreditation system, maintaining relationships with key journalists and photographers throughout the season
- Contribute to race weekend web and social media cover across MSV's digital platforms. Days will be repaid in lieu for weekend work
- Contributing to MSV's editorial output online and in print (including web stories, press releases and race event programmes)
- Assisting with creative strategies to boost MSV's online presence on social media - including expansion on to new platforms
Desirable qualifications and experience:
- Excellent writing skills, with good grammar, spelling and attention to detail are essential
- Knowledge and enthusiasm for key social media platforms
- Interest in motor racing in the UK on two and/or four wheels
- Good organisational skills and time management
- Desire to work as part of a creative team, alongside in-house graphics, and IT departments
- Minimum A level standard of education (or equivalent)
This role could suit a recent graduate or someone in the early stages of their media career with a strong interest in motorsport, passion for writing, and a desire to work in a fast-paced environment.
This role is based full-time in MSV's Brands Hatch office. Due to the location of the sites you will be working at, a driving licence and your own transport would be a significant advantage.
