2026 Oct - Content Creation Coordinator

Cairngorms National Park Authority; Grantown-on-Spey; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave

Flexible working

Cycle to work scheme

Civil service pension scheme

Life assurance

Public Holidays

Job summary

Cairngorms National Park Authority in Grantown on Spey is seeking a Content Creation Coordinator to deliver engaging content across our channels with a focus on digital delivery.

You will curate stories, manage social media day-to-day, collaborate with colleagues and communities, and help shape our digital strategy under the Digital Communications Manager.

Qualifications

• Experience creating and editing social media content for diverse audiences.
• Strong proofreading and editing skills.
• Experience running paid social campaigns on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn.
• Proven ability to develop and execute an email marketing strategy.
• Ability to edit photos and videos, including subtitles.
• Familiarity with Sprout Social or similar social media tools.
• Experience with website content management systems.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Team player with collaborative mindset.
• Proactive approach and willingness to develop the role.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and deliver engaging digital content across CNPA channels.
• Manage day-to-day social media activities and campaigns.
• Work with colleagues, partners and communities across the National Park.
• Turn ideas into eye-catching content for the website, social media and newsletters.
• Support the Digital Communications Manager in shaping the digital strategy.

Skills

Social media content creation

Proofreading

Paid social

Email marketing

Photo/video editing

Sprout Social

CMS

Communication

Teamwork

Initiative

Tools

Sprout Social

Content management systems

Job description

2026 Oct - Content Creation CoordinatorJob Reference2026 Oct - Content Creation CoordinatorLocationGrantown on SpeyFunctionCommunications and EngagementStatusFull TimeJob TypeFixed Term ContractHours Of Work35 hoursMore detailsSalary: £33,641 - £38,935 (Band C)Location: Grantown on SpeyJob Type: 3 year fixed term contractHours: Full time; 35 hours per weekClosing Date: 23:59pm, Sunday 22 November 2026Interview Date: Wednesday 16 December 2026About Us:The Cairngorms National Park is an incredible place to live and work. The UK’s largest national park is a place of sheer abundance, having more high mountain ground than anywhere else in the UK, the largest Caledonian forest, some of Scotland’s purest rivers and finest livestock rearing farmland. It is also home to 25 percent of the UK’s rare and endangered species. It is a truly unique place to work, with our dedicated and passionate communications and engagement team who are committed to providing the highest quality information and engagement experience for our varied audiences, every day. Furthermore, there is access to some of the most beautiful countryside straight from our Headquarters office door.The Cairngorms National Park Authority is a fantastic place to work and offers great opportunities to grow your career. The Park Authority is listed in the UK’s top 100 best not- for-profit companies to work for. We’re dedicated to both this amazing place and our employees.We now have an exciting opportunity for a Content Creation Coordinator to join the Park Authority and play a key role in creating and delivering engaging and inspiring content across the Cairngorms National Park channels, with an emphasis on digital delivery.Equalities:The Park Authority is an inclusive organisation and we welcome applications from everyone irrespective of sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, race, religion and belief, pregnancy and maternity, relationship status, disability, age and social class. We particularly welcome applications from individuals from Black, Asian and minority ethnic communities, disabled and LGBTQ+ communities, as they are under-represented in the environment sector.We are Disability Confident committed employer, if you are an applicant with disabilities who meets the essential requirements of the post, we will interview you. In all circumstances the Park Authority appoints on merit-based evidence the applicant supplies in meeting the essential criteria for the post.The Role:The Content Creation Coordinator will play a key role in creating and delivering engaging and inspiring content across the Cairngorms National Park channels, with an emphasis on digital delivery. Meaning that you’ll have the opportunity to turn ideas into eye-catching, meaningful content and help shape how people see, understand and connect with the Cairngorms National Park.In this role you will work closely with colleagues, partners and communities across the National Park. This post will curate, capture and tell stories that support our organisational priorities and deliver key messages effectively, giving you the opportunity to build strong working relationships and see projects through from idea to finished product, helping to create high-quality digital content that people can access, enjoy and use throughout the National Park.The postholder will take responsibility for the day-to-day coordination of our social media channels and support the Digital Communications Manager in shaping our overall digital strategy. For you, this means the opportunity to bring ideas to life, connect with audiences and help shape how the National Park shows up online.This role is ideal for someone with an eye for a story and the creativity to capture, edit and create content using a range of techniques across our website, social media and e-newsletters. For you, this means the chance to use and develop your creative skills across different platforms, producing content that engages audiences and brings the National Park’s stories to life.So, if you are keen to be our Content Creation Coordinator and you can display the skills and experience listed here, this is the role you’ve been waiting for.Further information regarding the role can be found in the job description.CNPA Benefits:25 days annual leave, increasing to 30 days with service, plus Public HolidaysProfessional developmentFlexible workingCycle to work schemeUse of pool carsCivil service pension scheme – some of the benefits include:member contribution rates among the lowest in the public sectortax relief on your contributionsgenerous employer contributionsa secure, inflation-proof pension for life, with no investment uncertaintythe option of tax-free lump sum on retirementpotential access to ill health and injury benefits if you become too ill to worklife assurance coverbenefits for loved ones and dependantsoptions to increase your pensionkeeping all your pensions in one place by transferring in a pension you have built up elsewheresupport from our trusted charity partnersAbout You:To be considered as our Content Creation Coordinator, you’ll need:Experience of creating and editing a range of social media content – from reels and videos to photos and written content – tailored to specific audiences.Keen eye for detail and experience of proofreading and editing.Experience of delivering paid for social media campaigns through Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and other social media platforms.Experience of developing and delivering an email marketing strategy aimed at building engaged audiences.Sound understanding of social media channels and experience of responding quickly to evolving opportunities and relevant emerging trends.Knowledge of photo and video editing software, including the ability to add subtitles.Familiarity with social media management tools (currently we use SproutSocial but training will be provided) and website content management systems.Strong communication skills, both presentation and written.Good team player.Initiative and drive to develop the role, and ability to take a test and learn approach.Permission to work in the UKHow to apply:To apply, please click on the ‘Apply’ buttonPlease note, we do not accept Curriculum Vitae (CV).If you require more information, or if you require any adjustments to be made to the application process due to disability please contact us on 01479 873535 or email: [e-mail] see how the CNPA collects and processes personal data relating to job applicants, please view the Privacy Notice available on our website.