Responsibilities

• Manage and grow the social media presence of both Harkness Roses and Ise Garden Centre.
• Plan, create and publish engaging content across Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, YouTube, LinkedIn, Pinterest and emerging platforms.
• Develop and maintain a structured content calendar.
• Monitor engagement, respond to customer enquiries and build online communities.
• Track analytics and provide regular performance reports with recommendations for improvement.
• Photograph and film roses, gardens, products and seasonal content.
• Produce engaging short-form videos including Instagram Reels, TikTok and YouTube Shorts.
• Create compelling visual and written content for websites, email marketing and social media.
• Edit photography and video to a professional standard.
• Tell the story of our heritage, innovation, rose breeding programme and partnerships.

Requirements

• Degree in Marketing, Digital Marketing, Communications, Media, Journalism or a related discipline.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organisational and planning skills.
• Creative flair with an eye for photography and visual storytelling.
• Good understanding of major social media platforms.
• Confident using Microsoft Office and digital marketing tools.
• Willingness to travel throughout the UK for events.
• Full UK driving licence (or working towards obtaining one).

Preferred

• Experience creating content for social media
• Photography and videography skills
• Experience using Canva, Adobe Creative Cloud or similar software
• Knowledge of Meta Business Suite
• Understanding of SEO and website content
• Experience using AI tools within marketing
• Interest in gardening, plants, lifestyle or consumer brands

Benefits

• Company pension
• Staff discount
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Opportunity to attend prestigious RHS Flower Shows
• Opportunity to work with international customers and partners
• Professional camera equipment and software provided
• The chance to help shape the future of two exciting brands