Social Media Manager

ArtReview; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading arts media company in London is seeking a part-time Social Media Manager to manage the social media presence of its arts titles. The ideal candidate has experience in publishing or cultural sectors, strong strategic and content creation skills, and is comfortable working across multiple platforms. Responsibilities include developing strategies, managing campaigns, and tracking performance. This role offers flexibility and is designed for innovative thinkers passionate about arts engagement.

Qualifications

• Experienced social media professional with a track record in publishing or cultural sectors.
• Knowledge of the contemporary art world and tone for global audiences.
• Confident in developing organic and paid social strategies.

Responsibilities

• Manage and implement editorial social media content across arts titles.
• Develop platform-specific strategies to maximise reach and engagement.
• Plan and execute paid campaigns, driving traffic and visibility.

Skills

Social media strategy

Content creation

Analytics

Strategic planning

Job description

Meta Media Group is seeking a creative and strategic Social Media Manager to shape and deliver the global social media presence of its core arts titles. This is a key role that bridges editorial and audience engagement, helping to grow reach and visibility across multiple platforms and regions. This role reports to the Senior Digital Editor and Editor-in-Chief

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage and implement the flow of editorial social media content across Media Media’s arts titles, including ArtReview, ArtReview Asia, ArtReview Chinese Edition, and The Art Journal
• Platforms include: Facebook, Instagram, X, Threads, LinkedIn, Bluesky, TikTok, and WeChat (working in coordination with London and Shanghai-based editors).
• Develop and refine platform-specific social media strategies to maximise reach and engagement while maintaining the titles’ distinctive editorial tone and identity.
• Post and adapt content from print and online editions to a global audience, driving traffic and visibility.
• Plan and execute paid campaigns using a set budget, including defining objectives, targeting, and performance optimisation.
• Design and produce social graphics and moving image assets where needed, as well as videos for social channels.
• Generate new ideas and initiatives for audience engagement and follower growth.
• Track performance and engagement data to optimise posting schedules and formats in line with editorial goals.
• Provide weekly social performance reports with insights and takeaways for the editorial team.
• Collaborate with editors and sales staff to support sponsored or partnership content delivery across social platforms.

Candidate Requirements:

• You are an experienced social media professional with a strong track record in publishing, media, or cultural sectors.
• Knowledgeable about the contemporary art world and the tone required for global audiences across different platforms.
• Confident developing both organic and paid social strategies and optimising for growth and engagement.
• Comfortable with analytics, able to draw insights and adapt strategies accordingly.
• Skilled in content creation, with a good visual eye and working knowledge of design tools.
• Organised, collaborative, and capable of working across time zones and teams with minimal supervision.
• This is a part-time position (equivalent of 4x days per week)

Diversity & Inclusion

Meta Media is committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace that reflects the global art community we serve. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds, regardless of race, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, or socio-economic status. We believe that a variety of perspectives strengthens our work and our team. If you require any accommodations during the application process, please let us know.

Location: London, EC1

Salary: Dependent on experience

Reports to: Senior Digital Editor and Editor-in-Chief

To apply: Please submit your CV and a brief cover letter outlining your relevant experience and interest in the role to [e-mail] with the title 'Social Media Manager'.

Deadline for applications: 13 October 2025