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Spinneys Media, Social Media Specialist

Employer
ITP
Location
Dubai
Salary
£DoE
Closing date
28 Jun 2019

Job Details

ITP Media Group is seeking a dynamic, talented and driven individual to join its award-winning Customer team working on the Spinneys Media account.

The right candidate will have solid, proven experience working across online and social-media platforms.

He/she will be expected to generate and manage content in a wide array of digital storytelling formats, as well as interact with and grow highly engaged audiences.

Reporting to the editorial director, the social media specialist/digital content editor will join a dynamic and dedicated team of writers, editors, designers, photographers, videographers and recipe developers.

Together, they create content for the Spinneys Media brand, which includes, but is not limited to, Spinneys bi-monthly magazine; the website spinneys-dubai.com; Spinneys social media channels (YouTube, Facebook, Instagram and Twitter); bi-weekly leaflets and weekly newsletters.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES 

  • Maintain and continually develop the digital and social strategies and calendars that work in tandem with the overall editorial strategy and Spinneys’ specific digital and social requirements.
  • Continually conceptualise, create and produce stand-alone digital and social-media content from concept to filming, editing, uploading and promoting. Content must reflect the Spinneys customers and region and be delivered with energy and creativity.
  • Serve as the online and social platform subject matter expert – understanding trends and working with the team and client to implement findings into strategies quickly and efficiently.
  • Manage the workload and upload process of the site on a daily basis, as well as social-media platforms including Instagram, Facebook, YouTube and Twitter.
  • Partner with the Customer team’s designer and art director to ensure creative assets are optimised for performance and impact.
  • Day to day community management of Spinneys Facebook, Instagram and Twitter audiences.
  • Day to day client liaison with Spinneys and management of necessary approvals on certain content and special projects.
  • Creation, analysis and presentation of monthly social and digital reports. Keeping an obsessive eye on data and analytics.
  • Day to day budget management, targeted advert management, post amplification and management of paid social marketing campaigns.
  • Newsletter creation and management twice a week.
  • Attend shoots and events, often contributing to themes and concepts as well as creating digital and social assets for said events, as well as pre- and post-event coverage.


PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES AND ESSENTIAL SKILLS

  • A highly resourceful, motivated go-getter who lives online and can seamlessly transition between different tasks all while adhering to the look, feel and spirit of the Spinneys brand.
  • Strong initiative, with ability to work both independently and as a member of a team.
  • Ability to think outside the box, blending a creative sensibility with commercial know-how.
  • Sensitive to specific requirements and cultural considerations presented by the region.
  • Must thrive under pressure and possess excellent organisational skills in order to produce and manage structured, scheduled content.
  • Creative, curious and passionate, with an impeccable eye and even better grammar.
  • A foodie who enjoys cooking and working with chefs/producers/influencers.


DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

  • Bachelor's degree in communication, English, multimedia or a related industry.
  • A minimum of 3 years direct working experience developing and managing online content. and social-media platforms. Applicants without this experience will not be considered.
  • Demonstrable experience in working with social reporting tools as well as growing audiences and engagement for social media platforms including Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and Pinterest.
  • Understands the importance of SEO, and is capable of coming up with ideas to align SEO efforts with the overall social media strategy.
  • Demonstrable experience in writing and crafting stories for online and the social media space.
  • Excellent working knowledge of content management systems such as WordPress and/or Drupal is essential.
  • Proficient in Adobe Suite: Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop. Knowledge of After Effects and Premier is a plus.
  • Proficiency and/or interest in developing in other communications skills and tools, including video, audio and photography.


The position is a full-time permanent role, located at ITP’s Head Office in Dubai Media City. It is mainly office based, however occasional travel is required.

Apply by completing the application form below, including your covering letter and CV.

Company

ITP's market position and continuous expansion provide a fast-paced, exciting and highly rewarding working environment.

If you have the desire to join the media industry or develop your current experience, ITP's market leading businesses and successful track record offer you a wealth of career prospects.

ITP recognises the importance of individual talent and skills in contributing to its thriving businesses. We actively invest in the development and well-being of our people through a range of training courses, attractive tax-free remuneration and a highly motivating work environment.

If you have the ambition, energy and skills to be part of this vigorous and entrepreneurial environment and can positively contribute to the standards and success of the company, then we are looking for you. Discover a whole new future for your career and take a look at what we're offering.

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Location
ITP Building #14
Dubai Media City
Dubai
AE

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