Editorial & Marketing Assistant - Norwich, United Kingdom - iThink Media

Description

iThink Media is a fresh, dynamic digital media company in the heart of Norwich.

We're looking to engage with a talented individual to support our Editorial strategy, working with the creative department to grow our monthly digital publications.

Backed by years of industry experience, the Directors of iThink Media have created and established the brand, comprising of two publications, from just an idea in 2017.

Since then we've built amazing, long-standing relationships with some of the most esteemed individuals and companies across the globe.

This is an exciting opportunity to enter the digital content sector with a business in its youth, to build an exciting, long-lasting career in media.

You'll be joining the team in its exciting growth phase, allowing for accelerated progression within the company as we expand.

This position yields a great sense of pride and accomplishment as your work is recognised by some major international players in a variety of sectors.

What you'll be doing // Responsibilities

The position mainly entails supporting the editorial department at the company, offering you a chance to engage in several aspects of the digital media publishing industry.

Editorial support

• Identify, research and write features for our publications
• Proofread content
• Assist in arranging interviews, gathering support materials and researching feature companies
• Upload content to the company's websites
• Engage with external PR and communications representatives
• Align with the Design Team on the visual dynamics of content
• Work quickly, creatively, and accurately to meet deadlines
• Maintain accurate information in our systems

In addition to the Editorial responsibilities, we are looking for someone who also has an interest in marketing/social media to occasionally support the marketing department in on-going promotion.

Marketing support

• Provide assistance in the management of our magazines' social media presence
• Assist with drafting engaging posts and content, particularly for LinkedIn
• Using a social media scheduling tool to optimise and schedule posts
• Monitoring the social media landscape and making strategic suggestions to optimise our channels

Benefits:
Extra day's holiday accrued each year - Loyalty rewards - Health Insurance + benefits - Birthday Day off - Extensive Christmas break - Brand new MacBook Pro to work with - Hybrid work week - Shorter working hours for better work/life balance - Awesome company culture


Job Type:
Full-Time Mon-Fri (35 hours per week)


Salary:
£20,000


Skills we're looking for:

• Previous experience writing and sharing compelling content online
• An interest in the latest technology, innovation and business news
• SEO skills are welcome but not essential
• Confident using Microsoft Office software
• Previous experience managing social media channels in a professional setting, particularly LinkedIn
• A passion for social media and an understanding of online communities
• Excellent communication skills
• Strong time management skills

Previous experience

• Essential: Bachelor's degree in English, Journalism, Media or related fields.
• Desirable: 12 years of relevant, demonstrable industry experience.

Salary:
£20,000
.00 per year


Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Company events
• Company pension
• Gym membership
• Private medical insurance
• Sick pay
• Work from home

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• No weekends

Ability to commute/relocate:

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

Education:

• Bachelor's (required)

Experience:

• Editorial: 1 year (preferred)

Social Media: 1 year (preferred)


Work Location:
In person


Reference ID:
iThink Media - Editorial Assistant

Expected start date: 08/01/2024