Social Media Researcher

BBC Studios; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading media production company in Manchester is looking for a social media researcher to create original content for its flagship daytime show. The candidate will work closely with a social media manager and studio teams, producing engaging short-form videos and social media posts. Strong editing skills and a passion for social media trends are essential. The role requires at least three days a week in the office, fostering a collaborative and dynamic work environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in making published social and digital content is required.
• Must be organised and capable of multitasking under pressure.
• A passion for social media and understanding of the latest trends are essential.

Responsibilities

• Create original content for social media platforms including Instagram and Facebook.
• Work with on‑screen talent to create shareable videos and posts.
• Enhance the Morning Live brand through social content.

Skills

Adobe Premiere Pro editing skills

Adobe Photoshop editing skills

Great attention to detail

A passion for ideas around social media

Good editorial knowledge

Confidence in filming and photography with smartphones

Strong copywriting and caption‑writing skills

Understanding of analytics and performance insights

Knowledge of SEO for social content

Ability to pitch ideas

Experience of working in a fast‑turnaround environment

Basic understanding of copyright, compliance and guidelines

Awareness of community management behaviors

Ability to work professionally with on‑screen talent

Knowledge of websites and website building tools

Strong time‑management skills

Job description

Job Description

BBC Studios is looking for a social media researcher to join its flagship BBC One daytime show, Morning Live.

You’ll be working with the social media manager and studio teams to create world‑class original content for Instagram, Facebook, X and the Morning Live homepage. You’ll use items from the show and work directly with on‑screen talent to create bespoke, shareable, short‑form videos and posts to enhance the Morning Live brand.

You must be organised, have experience in making published social and digital content and be a competent desktop editor.

Skills needed

• Adobe Premiere Pro editing skills
• Adobe Photoshop editing skills
• Great attention to detail
• A passion for ideas around social media and website features
• Good editorial knowledge
• Confidence in filming and photography with smartphones
• A passion for social media and an understanding of the latest trends
• Strong copywriting and caption‑writing skills
• An understanding of analytics and performance insights across social platforms
• Knowledge of SEO for social content (hashtags, keywords, alt text)
• The ability to pitch ideas and identify strong social‑first angles from broadcast items
• Experience of working in a fast‑turnaround environment
• A basic understanding of copyright, compliance and editorial guidelines
• Awareness of community management and audience engagement behaviours
• The ability to work confidently and professionally with on‑screen talent
• Knowledge of websites and website building tools
• Strong time‑management skills and the ability to multitask under pressure

The role is flexible but based in Manchester, and you will be expected to be in the city centre studio at least three days a week.

Please submit your cv by 1st Dec

BBC Studios is committed to increasing the diversity of its workforce and we encourage applicants from diverse and under‑represented backgrounds to apply.