Digital Content and Social Media Manager

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Are you looking for your next career move, a chance to become part of an established and sustained company, or just simply looking for a change, then this is a chance not to be missed!

Spring Technology are currently recruiting on behalf of one of our leading Public sector clients.

Based in Edinburgh, the client are looking for an experienced Digital Content and Social Media Manager on an initial 6 month contract.

This post is part of the Web and Social Media Team, which is part of the Research, Communications and Public Engagement group. With overall editorial control of the Parliament's online channels, the team manages and develops digital content and is responsible for taking forward the strategy and operational plans for the website and agreed social media platforms. This includes digital marketing, monitoring, analytics and reporting, and the provision of expert advice, guidance and support to content editors throughout the organisation.

The client are looking for an experienced creative individual with an excellent awareness of current developments in the digital and social landscapes, and a proven track record in managing and developing engaging online content.

Web and social media

*Proven ability to plan and create impactful content in a range of web and social media channels;

*A creative and strategic mind with a passion for using social media to engage with targeted user groups;

*Excellent awareness of current developments in the digital and social landscapes;

*Experience of creating and using video content on social media;

*Experience of recording, editing and publishing podcasts;

*Good understanding and practical experience of tools and equipment to assist with video and AV content production, including filming and editing;

*Experience of delivering innovative and user-focussed services and functionality;

*Knowledge of, and practical experience of applying web standards including accessibility and metadata;

Digital Marketing, Search Engine Optimisation and Analytics

*Experience in developing and running effective digital marketing and/or engagement campaigns;

*Analytics and reporting, using both quantitative and qualitative data to measure effectiveness and to inform planning and decision making on web and social media;

*Engaging with and building online audiences via SEO (search engine optimisation) and targeted marketing;

If this role sounds of interest to yourself and you are suited to this role please send your CV to [email protected].

All candidates will be spoken to regarding this role prior to submission of the CV,

Spring Technology is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

Spring Technology is an Equal Opportunities employer; we welcome applicants from all backgrounds.