Social Media Executive - 1 year maternity cover
Job Title: Social Media Executive – 1-Year Fixed Term Contract – Maternity Cover
Location: Unit 12, Halwell Business Park, Totnes, Devon, TQ9 7LQ
Department: Marketing
Reports To: Social Media Manager
About Red Equipment:
A unique opportunity has arisen to join the Red Equipment team, based on the beautiful South Devon coast. Red Equipment is a leading brand in inflatable paddle boards and waterside adventure gear, with the belief that Life’s better by the water. As a certified B Corp, we are dedicated to using business as a force for good, focusing on positive environmental and social impact.
Role Overview:
We are looking for a dynamic and creative Social Media Executive to join our passionate team and help grow our brand presence across social platforms. This is a fantastic opportunity to gain hands-on marketing experience with an exciting global brand. We’re seeking an enthusiastic individual who shares our vision and has the drive to deliver creative, unique and results-driven social campaigns. This full-time role is a 1-year fixed-term contract.
As a Social Media Executive at Red Equipment, you will play a key role in managing and developing our social media channels, with an initial focus on Instagram & Facebook. You will take the lead in growing our TikTok presence and driving forward our Pinterest platform. This is a unique opportunity to develop and implement creative content strategies, work with a talented team of creatives, and help grow a vibrant online community.
This role combines creative flair with a results-driven approach, and an attention to detail is a must.
Key Responsibilities:
* Daily management of Red Equipment’s social media platforms, with a strong focus on Instagram & Facebook.
* Take ownership of TikTok, developing and executing strategies to grow this platform into a key channel for the brand.
* Strategically develop and grow Red Equipment’s Pinterest presence.
* Create and curate engaging, high-quality content for all social platforms, working with external content creators, in-house creatives, and the graphics team, as well as creating content yourself.
* Collaborate with the Social Media Manager to align on content strategies and campaigns.
* Monitor social media trends, competitors, and industry developments to keep content fresh and relevant.
* Engage with our online community, respond to queries, and build relationships with followers.
* Work with the Social Media Manager to track performance, providing insights on growth and engagement.
Skills & Experience:
* Proven experience in managing and growing social media channels, particularly Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, and Pinterest.
* You must have experience of creating content (video and stills) for social as this is a key part of this role.
* Ideally you will have experience of working with premium brands.
* Enthusiastic, energetic, and passionate about social media, with a keen interest in staying ahead of trends.
* A passion for the outdoors, swimming, and water sports is highly desirable.
* Ability to work independently, manage multiple tasks, and meet deadlines.
* Experience of working collaboratively as part of a team.
* Willingness to travel as needed for content creation and events.
What We Offer:
* Opportunity to work as part of a fun, friendly, energetic, and passionate team in a high-growth area of the business with huge potential.
* Fantastic purpose-built working environment in the beautiful South Devon countryside.
* Opportunities to travel within the UK and globally.
* Access to paddleboarding equipment for evening and weekend adventures.
* Regular team and company social events.
* Option to work remotely for up to two weeks per year from another country.
* Fortnightly team lunches, paid for by the company.
* Flexible working – two days per week working from home.
* Company healthcare package.
* 23 days annual leave (plus bank holidays), with the option to purchase additional days.
How to Apply:
Please send your CV and portfolio (including examples of social content you’ve created) to charlie@redequipment.com
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