Marketing Assistant

Riverside Music College Limited; Millerston; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 26,000; Part time

Job summary

A creative arts institution in Scotland is seeking a part-time Marketing Assistant to support various marketing initiatives and help enhance brand presence. The ideal candidate will possess excellent communication skills, creativity, and experience in marketing roles, while being proficient in tools like Adobe Creative Suite and WordPress. Responsibilities include managing social media, creating content, and assisting in marketing campaigns. This is a great opportunity for individuals passionate about the creative arts.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a marketing role.
• Excellent writing, editing and proofreading skills with a keen eye for detail.
• Ability to film, edit and post high quality video content.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing strategic marketing initiatives and campaigns.
• Manage social media accounts and create engaging content.
• Update news stories/blogs on the website using WordPress.

Skills

Ideation and creation

Writing and editing

Communication and organisational skills

Social media knowledge

Content creation passion

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

WordPress

Microsoft Excel

Google Analytics

Job description

Overview

Now Hiring: Marketing Assistant
Part time 21 hours per week
We are seeking a highly motivated, talented and detail-orientated Marketing Assistant to join our growing team! Based in Busby, to the south of Glasgow, Riverside Music College offers a range of innovative industry-leading commercial, educational and community-led creative arts services.

The ideal candidate will support various marketing initiatives, contributing to the development and execution of marketing strategies. This role requires a blend of creativity and analytical skills, as well as proficiency in various marketing tools and platforms. You will play a vital role in enhancing our brand presence and driving engagement across multiple channels.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Marketing Manager to develop strategic marketing initiatives and campaigns, ensuring alignment with company objectives
• Assist the Marketing Manager to prepare reports using Microsoft Excel and Google Analytics which track campaign performance and ROI
• Manage social media accounts, creating engaging content and monitoring performance metrics
• Stay up to date with industry trends and emerging platforms to ensure social media growth and engagement
• Assist to develop and deliver a social media communications calendar that aligns with business goals
• Assist to create visually appealing marketing materials using Adobe Photoshop
• Update news stories / blog on our websites using WordPress creating compelling copy
• Organise coverage (filming / photography) for all internal and external RMC events where appropriate
• Liaise with current students and Alumni, and the wider RMC network to create valuable content
• Organise and create mail campaigns and assist in maintaining customer lists
• Edit and proofread content to maintain high standards of quality and consistency
• Oversee and maintain marketing permissions in line with GDPR
• Engage with industry partners, artists, and influencers to grow our audience and brand

Experience and Skills

• Strong ideation and creation skills
• Excellent writing, editing and proofreading skills with a keen eye for detail
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• Previous experience in a marketing role
• Skilled in using Adobe Creative Suite
• Experience with CMS (Wordpress)
• Ability to film, edit and post high quality video content
• Excellent knowledge of social media platforms and KPIs
• Passion for content creation, music and the creative arts
• Knowledge of GDPR regulations

To Apply

To apply for this position, please submit a covering letter with a copy of your latest CV to [e-mail]