Hiring Junior Writer

Plutus Media; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A creative media company in the United Kingdom is seeking a detail-oriented Junior Writer to support their content operations. You will create engaging social media posts and repurpose existing content while actively engaging with emerging trends and memes that resonate with the brand voice. Ideal candidates will have a background in journalism or literature, strong writing skills, and a passion for digital culture. The position offers a flexible 4-day workweek and a supportive team environment.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Flexible 4-day workweek

Supportive and creative team environment

Opportunities for skill development

Qualifications

• Strong passion for social media and digital trends.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Some experience with content creation—class projects, internships, or personal portfolios are acceptable.

Responsibilities

• Create engaging social media posts.
• Repurpose long‑form content into fresh formats.
• Proofread and refine content assets for clarity and consistency.
• Identify trending topics and cultural moments.
• Support maintaining a cohesive brand voice.

Skills

Strong writing

Editing skills

Proofreading skills

Ability to adapt tone

Attention to detail

Passion for social media

Trend spotting

Education

Background in Journalism, English Literature, or a related field

Tools

Social media scheduling tools

Content tools (e.g., Notion, Canva, Grammarly, Buffer)

Job description

Junior Writer

We are looking for a detail‑oriented and creative Junior Writer to join our team. Working 4 days per week, you will support our content operations by creating engaging social media posts, repurposing existing content, proofreading, and spotting emerging trends and memes that align with our brand voice. A strong passion for social media and digital culture is essential, as you’ll play an active role in shaping how our brand shows up online.

Key Responsibilities

• Create social media posts that are engaging, on‑brand, and optimized for each platform
• Repurpose and repackage long‑form or existing content into fresh, digestible formats
• Proofread, rewrite, and refine content assets to ensure clarity, accuracy, and consistency
• Identify trending topics, cultural moments, and memes relevant to our audience
• Support the content team in maintaining a cohesive brand voice across all channels
• Assist with basic research to strengthen content accuracy and relevance
• Collaborate with marketing and creative teams to ensure alignment on messaging

Requirements

• Background in Journalism, English Literature, or a related field
• Strong passion for social media and digital trends
• Strong writing, editing, and proofreading skills
• Ability to adapt tone and style across different platforms
• Keen eye for trends, social media culture, and emerging formats
• Strong attention to detail and willingness to learn
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines
• Some experience with content creation—class projects, internships, or personal portfolios are acceptable

Nice to Have

• Familiarity with social media scheduling or content tools (e.g., Notion, Canva, Grammarly, Buffer)
• Basic understanding of content performance metrics
• Experience writing for consumer‑facing brands
• Interest in storytelling, digital culture, or online media trends

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• A flexible 4‑day workweek
• Supportive and creative team environment
• Opportunities for skill development and career growth
• Hands‑on experience shaping content for a growing brand