Communications Officer

Description

Communications Officer
* Fixed Term Contract to Cover Maternity Leave until September-November 2024
* c. £25,000pa (37.5 hours) or c.£20,000 (30 hours) pro rata + benefits
* Birmingham Hippodrome B5 4TB / Hybrid Working
As a proud, independent charity we are on a mission to enrich the cultural life of the region and our vision is clear; we are creating a world-class cultural scene for our region with Birmingham Hippodrome firmly at centre stage.
The strength of Birmingham Hippodrome comes from our people; real people with their own thoughts, beliefs, cultures and identities that bring their unique perspective and experiences to our team. We are committed to placing inclusion at the heart of all we do, making it central to our decision making. We are breaking down barriers and building relationships for us to become a more equitable place for audiences, artists, participants, and our own teams. We do not, and will not, tolerate discrimination of any kind.
We are looking for people to join us on this journey at a pivotal time in our evolution; recognising our people and network of talented freelancers and volunteers are core to the growth and success of the organisation.
The future of Birmingham Hippodrome is you.
About The Role
As communications Officer, you will support our Head of Communications as well as freelancers on PR and Communications campaigns for Hippodrome produced work. This will include writing and issuing press releases, pitching for media interviews and coordinating media calls. You will get involved in monitoring media clippings, issuing press night invites and coordinating RSVPs as well as coordinating and supporting in house photography and filming. You will also organise content creation and write copy for our in house magazine, show programmes and monthly e-newsletter. You will collaborate with colleagues to produce intranet and internet content too. Important will be the ability to ensure that all activity complies with GDPR legislation and aims for best practice.
What we are looking for
We’re looking for someone with the passion to create and deliver great work. Of graduate calibre, you will ideally possess a PR or digital qualification. You will have some experience as a member of a PR or Marketing team and be familiar with creating content for multiple channels as well as building email newsletters using an email service provider, such as Wordfly or Mailchimp. You will also possess excellent communications skills and be used to copywriting, researching, editing, proofing and originating printed and digital communications. IT literate, you will be good at multi-tasking and meeting deadlines.
In return for your commitment, we offer great employee benefits:
• 5 weeks holiday plus 8 Bank Holidays which increases by one day for each years’ service up to 6 weeks holiday plus 8 Bank Holidays.
• Contributory pension scheme.
• Discounted public transport pass, car parking, gym membership & private health cover.
• Show ticket offers.
• Personal Development Fund.
• Enhanced company sick pay.
• Free life assurance & Critical Health insurance.
• Enhanced maternity/adoption/paternity pay.
• Free flu jab.
• Cycle to Work scheme.
• Electric car scheme.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
If you want to be part of an organisation that will invest in you and give you the opportunity to develop, you can enjoy a new stage for your skills by visiting the recruitment page on our website and applying online via the link.
Recognising under-representation in our workforce of Black, Asian and ethnically diverse people, and those with disabilities, we particularly welcome applicants from those backgrounds, identities and experiences.
Communications Officer