Global Digital Content & Social Media Executive

Biggleswade, Central Bedfordshire, UK (Hybrid)

£28K/yr – £40K/yrEntry Level1+ years expFull time

Posted 3 days ago

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Job Summary

Own and drive social media strategy and content across multiple platforms for Harkness Roses and Ise Garden Centre, from content planning and creation to analytics, events, and brand storytelling.

Lead content creation, video and photography across channels
Own performance reporting and strategic recommendations

Job Description

Responsibilities

Social Media Management: 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.
Content Creation: 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)