Communications Officer

Belmont Recruitment are currently looking for a Marketing and Communications Officer to join Barnsley Council on an initial 3 month temporary contract. This is a part-time role working 3 days per week (22.5 hours). 

Background 

Barnsley Council is looking for a freelance communications support for a 3 day a week role for a minimum of 3 months. The role will support the Communications and Marketing Manager and Head of Culture and Visitor Economy in delivering campaigns and activities to promote the visitor economy and tourism in the Barnsley borough. This is a hybrid position, working both in Barnsley and from home. 

Scope of Work 

The freelance communications support will be responsible for the following tasks and activities: 

• Writing website, newsletter, and social media content encouraging visitors and overnight stays for the whole of Barnsley 
• Attending events in the town centre and principal towns to capture live content 
• Gathering stories and case studies from business owners and key people across the borough 
• Creating graphics for social media, web and newsletter, using Canva 
• Liaising with other procured services, such as customer surveying companies, graphic designers, videographers and photographers 
• Writing itineraries for visitors 
• Overseeing influencer marketing, including meeting and guiding visits across Barnsley 
• Any other support for the Communications and Marketing manager for visitor economy and tourism campaigns in Barnsley 

Skills and Experience 

The ideal candidate for this role will have the following skills and experience: 

• Excellent writing and editing skills, with a flair for engaging and persuasive copy 
• Experience in creating and managing content for websites and social media platforms, such as Facebook, Instagram and TikTok 
• Skills in basic video capture and editing for social media use. 
• Knowledge of Canva or similar graphic design tools 
• Ability to work independently and proactively, as well as collaboratively with the Communications and Marketing team at Barnsley Council and other stakeholders 
• Understanding of the tourism sector, and the opportunities and challenges for Barnsley 
• Flexibility and willingness to attend events and activities across the borough, sometimes outside normal working hours 
• Experience in working with influencers, media and external partners 
• A positive and enthusiastic attitude, with a passion for Barnsley and its potential as a visitor destination 

Please apply with an up to date CV as soon as possible if this role would be of interest.