Digital Media Executive

Handle Recruitment; London; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Digital Media Executive to manage editorial operations and produce high-quality digital content. Ideal candidates will have strong content management experience and excellent writing skills, thriving in a dynamic media environment.

Qualifications

• Strong experience with content management systems and editorial workflows.
• Excellent writing, sub-editing, and journalistic skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage and improve editorial workflows in collaboration with internal teams.
• Edit, format, and publish content from freelance contributors.

Skills

Writing

Sub-editing

Attention to detail

Social media proficiency

Organizational skills

SEO knowledge

Tools

Microsoft Office

Content management systems

Job description

We're looking for a proactive and detail-oriented Digital Media Executive to help manage the day-to-day editorial operations and contribute to the production of high-quality digital content. This role offers wide-ranging exposure to a fast-paced news and features environment within the media, technology, and broadcasting industry.

Hybrid | Up to £36k | 12 month FTC

The Role:

• Manage and improve editorial workflows in collaboration with internal teams and external partners.

• Edit, format, and publish content from freelance contributors, ensuring it meets high editorial standards.

• Source and manage multimedia assets, ensuring appropriate licensing and permissions.

• Ensure content uploads are accurate, consistent, and aligned with style and quality guidelines.

• Produce written content across key formats including news, press releases, trends, interviews, and analysis.

• Write engaging social media copy in support of the editorial calendar and content strategy.

• Attend industry events and seminars to support content creation.

• Track and process editorial service invoices, obtaining approvals as needed.

• Assist in the creation and publishing of video content to support editorial themes.

• Collaborate with marketing teams to develop and distribute content via social channels.

• Provide training and guidance on editorial platforms and processes when needed.

• Upload commercial content, ensuring strong presentation and inclusion of digital assets (e.g., video, charts, tweets, etc.).

• Provide general editorial support and holiday cover for the wider team.

Who we are looking for:

• Strong experience with content management systems and editorial workflows

• Excellent writing, sub-editing, and journalistic skills

• Keen attention to detail with a solid understanding of house style adherence

• Fast learner with the ability to grasp new tools and tech concepts quickly

• Highly organised, with excellent multitasking and prioritisation abilities

• Proficient in using social media platforms to share and promote content

• Skilled in Microsoft Office, especially Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

• Knowledge of SEO principles and tools

• Self-motivated, goal-driven, and a team player

Apply below today if you feel that you have the relevant skills!!