Senior Social Media and Content Executive

JR United Kingdom; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic role at a rapidly growing startup, the Senior Social Media & Content Executive will lead content strategy to engage artists and venues in the vibrant UK music scene. Responsibilities include creating compelling video content, managing social media platforms, and ensuring quality engagement that echoes the brand's mission. This position offers flexibility and the excitement of being at the forefront of live music and entertainment.

Benefits

Flexible hybrid working

Travel expenses for on-location filming

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years experience in social media and content creation.
• Strong copywriting skills across different formats.
• Confident on-camera presence.

Responsibilities

• Plan, script, film, and edit short-form video content.
• Manage content calendar across multiple platforms.
• Report on performance and optimize for engagement.

Skills

Social Media Management

Content Creation

Copywriting

Tools

CapCut

Canva

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GigPig

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manchester, United Kingdom

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Posted:

28.06.2025

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12.08.2025

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Job Description:

Senior Social Media & Content Executive

• Manchester based

About the Role

GigPig is hiring a Senior Social Media & Content Executive to lead our organic growth across social and email. You’ll take ownership of planning, producing and publishing content that connects directly with our two key audiences: artists and venues.This is a hands-on, high-energy role for someone who’s just as comfortable scripting and editing as they are showing up confidently on camera at gigs.

We need someone flexible, independent and creative who can manage their own time working evenings or weekends when needed to capture real moments that reflect the pulse of the UK’s seed music scene.

About GigPig

Driven by the belief that every venue can be a stage, GigPig is the fastest growing live music and entertainment marketplace, gig management and booking platform. Designed specifically to empower hospitality operators and gigging musicians, it currently facilitates around 2000+ seed music gigs in the UK every weekend.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Content Creation & On-Camera
• Plan, script, film and edit short-form video content (Reels, TikToks, Stories)
• Host, introduce or interview on-camera at gigs and events
• Use tools like CapCut or Canva to edit and publish
• Represent the GigPig brand at live events

Social Media Management (Organic)

• Own the content calendar and weekly schedule across TikTok, Instagram, LinkedIn & Facebook
• Write smart, engaging captions tailored to each audience, venues and artists
• Monitor trends, react in real time, and grow our organic reach
• Identify opportunities for growth through insights, trends and competitor benchmarking
• Report on performance and optimise for engagement and growth
• Light-touch community management (DMs, mentions, comments)
• Write and build engaging newsletters targeting both artists and venues
• Contribute to occasional blog writing (e.g. artist interviews, feature stories, platform tips)
• Support light website content management (e.g. landing page copy, updates, tone-of-voice consistency)
• Ensure all written content aligns with GigPig’s tone, voice and brand story

Planning & Flexibility

• Work closely with the Marketing Manager to plan and deliver against weekly content goals
• Be available to attend evening gigs and occasional weekend events as needed to capture real-time content
• Own and maintain a shared content calendar and meet agreed deadlines
• Additional days may be agreed during campaign peaks

What You’ll Need

• 2 years experience in social media and content creation
• Proven results growing brand channels organically
• Confident, professional on-camera presence
• Strong copywriting skills across social media, email, and blog formats
• Fluency in TikTok, Instagram and email tools
• Experience with CapCut, Canva or similar editing platforms
• A self-starter attitude with a passion for live music and authentic storytelling

Salary and benefits

• Full-time contract with flexible hybrid working (Manchester city centre based)
• Travel expenses for on-location filming
• Join a fast-growing, purpose-driven startup shaping the future of live music and hospitality
• Anything else that shows us why you’d be a great fit for GigPig