Freelance Social Media Assistant & Content Creator at Drip Social | Stoke-on-Trent, UK | £17K/yr – £21K/yr

Freelance Social Media Assistant & Content Creator

Stoke-on-Trent, UK (Hybrid)

£17K/yr – £21K/yrEntry Level1+ years expFull time

Posted 5 weeks ago

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Job Summary

Own the execution of social content for hospitality clients, from creative production to community management and performance reporting, with a strong eye for platform-specific storytelling and trend spotting.

Content production, scheduling, and multi-channel publishing across IG, TikTok, and Facebook
Brand-aligned community engagement and influencer/UCG partnerships
Monthly performance tracking and client reporting to inform content strategy

Job Description

Responsibilities

Plan, shoot, and edit short-form video and photography for IG, TikTok & Facebook
Write engaging captions, stories, and posts tailored to each client's brand audience
Design static and animated graphics using tools such as Canva or Adobe Creative Suite
Produce monthly content calendars aligned to seasonal promotions, events, and campaigns
Schedule and publish content across multiple client accounts
Monitor comments, messages, and mentions, responding promptly and in-brand
Identify and engage with relevant influencers and user-generated content
Track performance metrics (reach, engagement, follower growth, conversions) and compile monthly reports for clients
Stay current with trends in social media and the hospitality industry
Attend client briefings, site visits, and events (including evenings/weekends where required) to capture content

Requirements

1–2+ years of experience in social media management or content creation
Strong photography and short-form video skills for Instagram Reels and TikTok
Proficiency with scheduling and analytics tools
Highly organised with the ability to manage multiple clients and deadlines simultaneously
Basic Adobe Premiere, CapCut, or similar video editing experience
MUST be a resident of Staffordshire

Preferred