Vacancy: Marketing and Communications Lead

WHALE Arts; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 27,000; Part time

Job summary

A community-led arts charity is seeking a part-time Marketing and Communications Lead to enhance engagement and tell the story of WHALE Arts. The role includes managing communications strategy, content creation for various platforms, and media relations. The ideal candidate will have a passion for community arts and experience in social impact.

Qualifications

• Experience managing social media and websites.
• Understanding of accessible, inclusive communication.
• Flair for storytelling and visual communication.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement WHALE’s Communications and Engagement Strategy.
• Create and manage engaging content for digital platforms.
• Manage press and media relations.

Skills

Creative communication

Social media management

Audience engagement

Job description

We are seeking a creative, well organised self-starter to develop and deliver engaging content communicating the impact of our work and connecting us to our community, partners, artists and funders.

Permanent
Part-Time – 14 hours a week
£26,326 pro-rata
Based at WHALE Arts Centre, Wester Hailes, Edinburgh, EH14 2SA

WHALE Arts is a community-led arts charity and social enterprise based in Wester Hailes, Edinburgh. Our vision is for a creative, thriving, resilient community. We provide access to inspiring creative opportunities, working in partnership with local people and artists to support community-led development through the arts.

We are seeking a creative and organised Marketing and Communications Lead to tell the story of WHALE Arts. Working closely with our team, you’ll lead on marketing and communications across the organisation, ensuring consistent, confident messaging and brand identity across digital and print platforms. You’ll support audience development, promote our programmes and events, manage media relations, and ensure our communications are accessible and inclusive.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement WHALE’s Communications and Engagement Strategy.
• Create and manage engaging content for our website, social media channels, newsletters, and printed materials.
• Support audience development and fundraising goals by expanding reach and participation.
• Maintain brand consistency in messaging, tone, and visual identity.
• Manage press and media relations, including writing and distributing press releases.
• Work collaboratively with programme staff to ensure timely and effective promotion of events.
• Use analytics and feedback to evaluate communications performance and inform strategy.
• Lead on ensuring digital accessibility and safeguarding standards across communications.
• Manage film/photography permissions, ensuring GDPR and safeguarding compliance.
• Oversee marketing budget and maintain relevant databases and digital tools.
• Collate audience data and support reporting and evaluation alongside the Front of House team.

We’re looking for someone who is enthusiastic about community arts and social impact, with a flair for storytelling, visual communication, and audience engagement. You’ll have experience in managing social media and websites, be confident in coordinating campaigns, and understand the importance of accessible, inclusive communication.

How to Apply

Click the links below to download the full job description and Equality and Diversity Monitoring Form:

To apply, please send your CV and a covering letter (or max 5 minute video/audio statement) explaining your suitability for the role [e-mail] by 9.00am on 14 July 2025. Interviews will take place on Wednesday 23 July.