Content Producer

The Mare and Foal Sanctuary; Newton Abbot; Hybrid; GBP 31,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

The Mare and Foal Sanctuary is seeking a Content Producer to help craft engaging narratives that raise awareness about the rescue and rehabilitation of horses. This hybrid role combines creative storytelling with digital management skills, offering the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in animal welfare.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years’ professional experience.
• Strong IT skills with experience in creative tools.

Responsibilities

• Craft compelling narratives and engaging content.
• Manage digital storytelling assets and ensure accessibility.
• Produce professional in-house films and oversee external commissions.

Skills

Copywriting

Multimedia storytelling

Video journalism

Proofreading

SEO

Graphic design

Education

Relevant qualification in media, journalism or communications

Tools

Creative software

Job description

Salary Grade F with a starting salary of £31,020 per annum

This is a hybrid role, working at Sanctuary sites and sometimes from home if desired, with a nominated base at Olympus Business Park in Newton Abbot.

The core hours are 37.5 per week, with some flexibility. Regular travel to sites in the Southwest to cover stories will be required. The ideal candidate will need to be based locally or be prepared to live in Devon throughout the working week.

As Content Producer, you’ll raise awareness of our vital work by crafting compelling narratives and engaging content to maximise the reach and impact of our stories and campaigns.

What you’ll be doing:

Producing Creative Content

You’ll be part of a skilled, professional team, crafting impactful stories and proactively finding opportunities to produce powerful content. You’ll collaborate across departments to share our latest news through detailed research, interviews and visually engaging content. Your role will involve crafting multimedia case studies to provide an insight into the lives of our rescued horses and the remarkable individuals and groups we work with. You’ll be writing core content that can be transformed into website articles, social media posts, case studies, newsletters and fundraising campaign content. You’ll produce professional in-house films and images, while also overseeing external commissions.

Organising and Optimising

As part of the Content team, you'll manage and organise our digital storytelling assets, ensuring files are accessible to staff. With a sharp eye for detail, you'll handle media consent forms and ensure that our stories respect the people at their heart. You'll help shape our charity’s distinctive brand and tone of voice and evaluate the impact of our stories and campaigns. Using your journalistic skills, you'll craft tailored content to communicate key messages effectively across media and public platforms.

What you’ll bring:

• Exceptional copywriting skills and the ability to adapt your style across media platforms, channels and diverse audiences.
• You’re a skilled multimedia storyteller who can engage audiences with compelling narratives.
• Skilled in video journalism, you will also have a knowledge of post-production, including linear editing.
• You have an eye for detail and experience in proofreading and editing the work of others.
• You’re familiar with digital trends, SEO, and social media.
• You manage priorities and deliver results quickly.
• You have strong IT skills and experience of using creative software and equipment.
• You excel in teamwork and foster positive relationships with colleagues with cultural awareness, empathy, and diplomacy.
• You enjoy learning new skills from others and sharing your own knowledge and skills to strengthen the team.
• Graphic design skills would be valued, as would experience of drone filming.
• A relevant qualification in media, journalism or communications, backed by a minimum of two years’ professional experience.
• You have a valid driver’s licence, your own transport, and be open to travelling to various locations regularly.

Why join us?

Every day at The Mare and Foal Sanctuary is a chance to make a real difference. You’ll use your multimedia storytelling skills to create content that truly matters. We’re always looking to innovate and stay on top of the latest charity communication trends. By joining us, you'll help strengthen our Sanctuary’s strong reputation, working at the heart of a friendly, creative Fundraising and Communications team.

Values and Attitude

We value Kindness, Care, and Knowledge at The Mare and Foal Sanctuary. These values guide our actions, and we are seeking a Content Producer who embodies them. Your approach to work and interactions should reflect these values.

About The Mare and Foal Sanctuary

The Mare and Foal Sanctuary is the largest equine welfare charity in the South West peninsula dedicated to the rescue, rehabilitation and rehoming of horses and ponies who have suffered neglect, abuse and trauma. We also deliver a range of Equine Assisted Services with our rescued horses and ponies. With four sites across Devon and ambitions for the future, now is the perfect time to join us!

Closing date for applications is Monday 14th July at 0900

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to a DBS check.