Content Producer

Virgin StartUp; London; Hybrid; GBP 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Virgin StartUp is seeking a Content Producer to create and manage diverse content aimed at inspiring founders and promoting the brand. The role requires excellent storytelling skills, proficiency in multimedia production, and the ability to craft engaging narratives. Join a dynamic team that is passionate about empowering entrepreneurs and driving innovation.

Benefits

Unlimited leave

Learning budget

Health care

Family support

Pension plan

Flexible volunteering

Qualifications

• Experience in a content or social media role.
• Excellent storytelling and editing skills.
• Proficient in design and/or video production.

Responsibilities

• Lead content creation and publishing across multiple formats.
• Manage the content calendar and align with campaigns.
• Track content performance and refine strategies.

Skills

Storytelling

Video production

Social media management

Content creation

Trend awareness

Tools

CMS platforms

Email software

Social media scheduling tools

Job description

Want to be the driving force behind content that inspires founders and powers our brand? Virgin StartUp are searching for a Content Producer to lead the creation, delivery and optimisation of content across channels – from founder stories and social campaigns to newsletters, videos and blogs.

With a deep understanding of the founder journey, you’ll craft authentic, relevant content that strengthens our brand voice and builds connection with our community. Your work will play a key role in how founders discover and experience Virgin StartUp.

Our Virgin Family

Join the Virgin Group – a diverse collective driving change, enhancing customer experience, and having a blast. We're daring, disrupting industries from finance to space, united as part of the Virgin Family.

Virgin Management, the heart of Virgin, nurtures the brand globally. Our diverse, 180-strong team in London and New York, supports every facet of the Virgin empire, including Virgin Unite, our entrepreneurial foundation, and Virgin Start-Up, empowering UK entrepreneurs. Working in synergy with various Virgin entities globally, our interests are as diverse as travel, health, music, media, finance, and space. Our unique work culture and commitments to purpose & sustainability unite us.

Virgin StartUp, born out of Virgin’s entrepreneurial spirit in 2013, we’re here to fuel the fire of the next generation of disruptors. As a not-for-profit, our mission is to propel start-ups to success. We offer advice, funding, mentorship, and training, creating a supportive community for every step of your journey. At Virgin StartUp, we transform business dreams into reality.

We’re a huge brand, but not a huge team, which means we take a hands-on approach while thinking strategically. Everyone rolls up their sleeves to get things done, making it an exciting and collaborative place to work.

Tell me more

• Lead content creation and publishing across written, visual, video and audio formats – managing workflows from concept through to optimisation and delivery.
• Plan and manage the content calendar, ensuring alignment with campaigns, seasonal priorities and programme activity across all founder touchpoints.
• Capture, edit and produce multimedia content such as founder stories, podcast episodes, event footage and social-first videos – ensuring quality, consistency and brand fit.
• Publish and distribute content across Virgin StartUp’s website, social channels, newsletters and internal platforms, maintaining a steady and strategic rhythm.
• Own and grow Virgin StartUp’s social presence – developing creative, engaging posts, building community, responding to trends and tracking performance.
• Build and maintain a central asset library to support content reuse and ensure easy access to high-quality creative by the wider team.
• Collaborate with internal teams and stakeholders to bring founder journeys to life and support visual and copy needs across campaigns and projects.
• Track content performance across platforms, using analytics to inform editorial decisions, refine content strategies, and report on impact and engagement.

What you’ll need

• Experience in a content, communications or social media role, ideally in a fast-paced or purpose-led environment.
• Excellent storytelling skills, with the ability to write, edit and shape compelling, founder-focused narratives.
• Design and/or video production skills, with confidence creating engaging visual and multimedia content.
• Proficiency with marketing tools – including CMS platforms, email software and social media scheduling tools.
• A proactive, self-starting attitude – you take initiative, pay attention to detail and follow through on delivery.
• Curious and insight-driven, you enjoy learning and use data to inform more relevant, effective content.
• Tuned in to trends, formats and platforms – always scanning the horizon for creative inspiration and innovation.

The extra details

Interested in this role? We're ditching the dusty old CV for something way cooler. The first stop on your journey with us will be creating your Vizzy profile. After you register your interest, we'll slide into your inbox with your exclusive Vizzy link – your golden ticket to showcasing why you're our Content Producer superstar.

Role type: Permanent

Location: This is a hybrid role based in London. While we come together as a full team 1–2 times per month, you’re welcome to use the office more often. Some in-office time may be required for events, podcast production and other content or marketing activities.

Salary: £38,500 - £45,500 plus bonus - We're putting our salaries out there for everyone to see - no smoke and mirrors, just honest numbers. We'll offer a salary that matches your skills, always aiming for room to grow.

Working hours: Full time - We embrace flexible working. Let us know what hours empower you to be at your best both professionally and personally, we’ll try to find a perfect match for you and us.

Benefits: Buckle up for an adventure with Virgin! Our benefits package isn't just a list - it's your ticket to an extraordinary career and life. Imagine unlimited leave for your globe-trotting dreams, a "Screw it, let's do it pot" to enjoy being you, and a learning budget to fuel your curiosity. We've got your back with top-notch health care, family support that goes the extra mile, and a pension plan to keep your future bright. From electric vehicles to flexible volunteering, we're not just offering a job - we're inviting you to join a community that celebrates your whole self.

Closing date: 23rd June 2025

Some of the attributes that define a Virgin person just can’t be quantified in words. We pride ourselves on welcoming people from all walks of life, with all sorts of skill sets. Most recently, we successfully campaigned to add ‘Dyslexic Thinking’ as a skill on LinkedIn. We truly value passion for Purpose and Sustainability, welcoming creative thinkers and innovators. Any uniqueness is a strength and will be considered an asset to our workforce. If there is something you would like us to consider, to tailor the hiring process to the way you work best, please don’t hesitate to let us know.

Ready to turn your career into the ultimate adventure? Virgin's got the map, the compass, and the crew. Your great adventure awaits!