Marketing Coordinator (Content creation and copywriting)

University of Oxford; England; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Oxford is seeking a Marketing Coordinator to create engaging content and manage campaigns for its event venues. This role involves designing graphics, writing compelling copy, and collaborating with various stakeholders to enhance the profile of Oxford University Event Venues.

Benefits

38 days of annual leave

Generous family leave schemes

Hybrid and flexible working options

Contributory pension scheme

Sustainable commuting options

Access to social, cultural, and sports clubs

Qualifications

• Experience in creating engaging written and visual content.
• Proficient in using social media platforms like Instagram and LinkedIn.
• Ability to track performance and analyze trends.

Responsibilities

• Lead content creation and campaign delivery across various platforms.
• Design graphics and manage visual identity.
• Collaborate with industry partners and local networks.

Skills

Content Creation

Graphic Design

Social Media Management

Communication

Analytical Skills

Tools

Canva

Job description

Love creating content that grabs attention and tells a story? Ready to use your creativity to showcase stunning venues in the heart of Oxford?

Join the Oxford University Event Venues (OUEV) team and help promote some of the city’s most iconic spaces - from the Sheldonian Theatre to the historic Examination Schools. You’ll play a key role in shaping our marketing campaign, designing standout content, and telling compelling stories across digital platforms.

Location: Examination Schools, 75–81 High Street, Oxford, OX1 4BG

Salary: £31,459 - £36,616 per annum

Contract: Full-time (36.5 hours), Permanent

About Us

Spanning the historic streets of the "city of dreaming spires," the University of Oxford has been ranked the world’s leading university for nine consecutive years. A place where centuries of tradition meet world-changing innovation, we offer you the chance to shape the future while working in an inspiring environment that promotes excellence. Apply now to become part of our extraordinary legacy.

OUEV is the home to some of Oxford’s most iconic buildings. We manage four city centre venues; the landmark Sheldonian Theatre, the historical Examination Schools, the elegant St Luke’s Chapel, and contemporary University Club, along with Osler House, our art deco hidden gem in Headington.

Each venue hosts a large and diverse range of events for both the University and Colleges along with significant external business attracting local, national and international businesses and consumers. Alongside this we are developing our visitor destination portfolio, with the Sheldonian Theatre currently open to the public to explore and enjoy.

Find out more at venues.ox.ac.uk

What We Offer

Working at the University of Oxford offers several exclusive benefits, such as:

• 38 days of annual leave (inclusive of public holidays) to support your wellbeing, with the option to purchase up to 10 extra days and additional leave after long service.
• One of the most generous family leave schemes in UK higher education, offering up to 26 weeks of full-pay maternity and adoption leave, plus 12 weeks of full-pay paternity/partner leave.
• A commitment to hybrid and flexible working to suit your lifestyle.
• An excellent contributory pension scheme.
• Affordable and sustainable commuting options, including a cycle loan scheme, discounted bus travel, and season ticket loans.
• Access to a vibrant community through our social, cultural, and sports clubs.

About the Role

As our Marketing Coordinator, you will lead on content creation and campaign delivery across our website, social media (Instagram and LinkedIn), email and other digital and print materials. You will design eye-catching graphics, write compelling copy, manage our visual identity, and report on campaign performance.

You will also collaborate with our industry partners, neighbours and local networks to raise the profile of OUEV. With a varied workload that spans everything from promotional events to internal communications, this is a creative, collaborative, and high-impact role - perfect for someone looking to grow their marketing career in a unique setting.

About You

We are looking for someone who can:

• Create engaging written and visual content across multiple platforms
• Design eye-catching graphics in line with our visual identity (utilising Canva)
• Use social media confidently and strategically (especially Instagram and LinkedIn)
• Work independently and confidently, meet deadlines, and manage multiple tasks at once
• Communicate clearly and creatively, both in writing and in person with a wide range of stakeholders
• Bring creativity, enthusiasm, and attention to detail to everything you do
• Track performance, analyse trends and contribute to strategy development

Application Process

To apply, please upload:

• A covering letter/supporting statement describing how you meet each of the selection criteria. Applications without this will not be considered.
• Your CV
• The details of two referees, one of which should be your current / most recent employer. Referees will only be contacted once you have granted permission for us to do so.

The closing date for applications is 12 noon on Thursday 29 May 2025.

Interviews will take place on Tuesday 10 June 2025 in person in Oxford.