Content and Marketing Coordinator

EducateU; Greater London; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave 7.2 weeks

Company Sick Pay

Statutory maternity/paternity pay

Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

educateU is seeking a Content and Marketing Coordinator to lead content creation and build the educateU brand from the ground up. You will also support the wider team and adapt as the company grows.

You will produce engaging content, manage social channels, and assist with marketing materials while collaborating with departments and partners. This is a hands-on role in a London-based onsite team.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in content creation, social media, digital marketing or a similar creative role.
• Strong video editing and design skills using Adobe Creative Suite, Canva or CapCut.
• Confident presenting and speaking on camera.
• Able to shoot high-quality content on a smartphone or camera.
• Good understanding of social media platforms, trends and audience engagement.

Responsibilities

• Create engaging photo, video and graphic content for Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, LinkedIn and YouTube, including appearing on camera when needed.
• Film and edit short form and long form content such as reels, course promotions, interviews with tutors and advisory board members, and behind the scenes content.
• Produce graphics, posters, thumbnails and digital assets that keep the educateU brand consistent.
• Plan a monthly content calendar and schedule posts across platforms.
• Support updates to the educateU website, course pages and marketing materials.
• Capture content at events, exhibitions and partner visits.
• Stay up to date with social media trends and platform changes to keep content fresh.
• Track engagement and reach and suggest improvements based on what performs well.
• Support paid social campaigns, including ad boosting and audience targeting on Meta and other platforms, as recruitment activity begins.
• Keep creative assets and content libraries well organised.
• Join partnership meetings with universities, awarding bodies and advisory board members, taking notes and following up on actions.
• Work closely with the support office and teams across different departments, including IT, Digital Marketing and Admin.
• Respond to incoming enquiries and speak with prospective learners about suitable courses.
• Keep the lead tracker up to date and pass qualified leads to the right person.
• Provide light administrative support to the Director and Operations Manager.
• Help with ad hoc projects across the business as priorities change.

Skills

Content creation

Video editing

Graphic design

On-camera presentation

Social media strategy

Branding

Content calendar

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

Canva

CapCut

Job description

Job Title: Content and Marketing Coordinator

Location: Onsite, London, Canary Wharf

Salary: £28-30K per annum

Employment Type: Full Time, Monday to Friday (9:00am to 5:00pm)

About Us

educateU is a growing online learning platform offering flexible, self-paced education that learners can access from anywhere. Our portfolio includes Ofqual Level 7 Diplomas, CPD and compliance courses. We are supported by an industry advisory board of experts in education, technology, marketing and operations.

We are at an exciting early stage, building our brand and foundations ahead. We are looking for a creative, proactive person to lead our content and help shape how educateU is seen.

About the Role

Your main focus will be content creation and building the educateU brand. As part of a small, growing team, you will also support the wider business wherever needed, and the role will develop as educateU grows.

Key Responsibilities

• Create engaging photo, video and graphic content for Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, LinkedIn and YouTube, including appearing on camera when needed.


• Film and edit short form and long form content such as reels, course promotions, interviews with tutors and advisory board members, and behind the scenes content.


• Produce graphics, posters, thumbnails and digital assets that keep the educateU brand consistent.


• Plan a monthly content calendar and schedule posts across platforms.


• Support updates to the educateU website, course pages and marketing materials.


• Capture content at events, exhibitions and partner visits.


• Stay up to date with social media trends and platform changes to keep content fresh.


• Track engagement and reach and suggest improvements based on what performs well.


• Support paid social campaigns, including ad boosting and audience targeting on Meta and other platforms, as recruitment activity begins.


• Keep creative assets and content libraries well organised.


• Join partnership meetings with universities, awarding bodies and advisory board members, taking notes and following up on actions.


• Work closely with the support office and teams across different departments, including IT, Digital Marketing and Admin.


• Respond to incoming enquiries and speak with prospective learners about suitable courses.


• Keep the lead tracker up to date and pass qualified leads to the right person.


• Provide light administrative support to the Director and Operations Manager.


• Help with ad hoc projects across the business as priorities change.

Qualifications and Skills

• Previous experience in content creation, social media, digital marketing or a similar creative role.


• Strong video editing and design skills using tools such as Adobe Creative Suite, Canva or CapCut.


• Confident presenting and speaking on camera.


• Able to shoot high-quality content on a smartphone or camera.


• Good understanding of social media platforms, trends and audience engagement.


• Excellent communication and organisational skills, with confidence speaking to learners and partners.


• Able to manage a varied workload and meet deadlines.


• Basic understanding of branding and content performance metrics.


• Experience in the education sector is a plus but not essential.


• Creative mindset with strong visual storytelling abilities.

Why Join Us

• Lead content for a new education brand from the very start.


• Broad exposure to every part of an education business.


• A close working relationship with the Director and leadership team.


• A clear opportunity to grow your role as educateU expands.


• Annual leave (7.2 weeks)


• Company Sick Pay.


• Statutory maternity and paternity pay.


• Employee Assistance Programme (HA Wisdom Wellbeing)


• Virtual GP access (Livi)


• 'Speak Up Service' - confidential support service to report any workplace concerns


• Specialist physical and mental wellbeing support services with 24/7 confidential counselling support (Wisdom)


• Financial, legal and medical advice services provided (Wisdom)


• Life & Leadership coaching (Wisdom)


• Financial coaching (MUNNY)


• Discounts and perks, offering savings on shopping, activities and more (Bright Exchange)


• Self development and Self taught trainings

If you are creative, organised and excited about building an education brand from the ground up, we would love to hear from you!