Social Media Manager, Podcast

We are ready to redefine podcast media and technology with this new company. 

“I truly believe that we have every core component required ready to disrupt and redefine the global podcasting industry with this new venture.

We have done this in our own tiny way already with the Diary of a CEO, but I'm haunted by the potential that we see to scale this globally, for the people and the voices who will change the world”

Steven Bartlett: Founder, Chairman, Entrepreneur, Podcaster

Are you the A Player to join us on our new mission?

The Opportunity:

We’re looking for a Social Media Manager who understands the social landscape better than anyone else. You will become the architect of our podcast's digital growth strategy. This role is designed for someone who approaches Social Media with a blend of creativity, analytics, and strategic foresight. Your mission will be to elevate our podcast series, transforming each episode into a Social Media event that grows our audience and strengthens our community ties. If you have a proven track record of driving Social Media growth and are passionate about leveraging digital platforms for content amplification, we're looking for you.

Role Outcomes

• Episode Engagement and Reach: Work with our Head of Social and wider social team to devise and execute strategies to boost visibility and engagement for each podcast episode across 2-3 different shows, collaborating with hosts, producers, and networks to produce compelling promotional content.
• Digital Content Expansion: Identify and promote exceptional clips to foster engagement and growth across multiple platforms, spearheading community growth strategies to cultivate a vibrant and interactive audience base.
• Community Engagement and Feedback Loop: Engage actively with our online communities, utilising influencers and fans to amplify our content, while adopting a feedback-driven approach to continuously refine promotional strategies.
• Innovative Content Strategy: Lead the podcasting industry with groundbreaking techniques and platforms, challenging conventional methods with innovative tactics to enhance our digital footprint.

Requirements

Must Haves

• Proven Social Media Expertise: Demonstrated experience in managing Social Media platforms and campaigns with a track record of growing engagement and audience size.
• Growth Hacker: A great Social Media Manager knows there is so much more to success than posting and iterating. You must be a professional growth hacker who obsesses over the details.
• Strong Analytical Skills: Ability to leverage analytics tools to monitor Social Media performance, interpret data, and adjust strategies for optimal results.
• Content Creation Proficiency: Excellent writing, editing, and visual content creation skills, with the ability to produce engaging and high-quality content.
• Strategic Thinking: Strong strategic planning skills, with the ability to develop and implement effective Social Media strategies that align with broader marketing goals.
• Communication and Engagement: Exceptional communication skills, both for crafting compelling messages and for interacting with the community.
• Adaptability and Creativity: A creative mindset with the ability to adapt to changing trends and come up with innovative ideas for promoting podcast content.
• Interest in Podcasting: A passion for podcasts and familiarity with the podcasting industry, trends, and audience behaviours.
• Innovation and Experimentation: Openness to experimenting with new Social Media tools, platforms, and techniques to keep the brand at the forefront of social trends.

Nice to Haves

• Solid experience in Social Media and content management, with a preference for experience in a dynamic media, podcasting, or content creation environment.
• A proven track record of successful collaboration with diverse teams, partners, and external agencies, including external video production teams.
• Multimedia Production Skills: Experience with graphic design, video editing, and production software to create visually appealing content.
• Experience with Influencer Partnerships: Experience in managing influencer collaborations or partnerships to broaden content reach.

Location

• London - Shoreditch ~ we are an in-person-first culture and believe in fostering a vibrant and work environment centred around connection and community.
• Some roles will require global travel so flexibility in this aspect is important and your hiring manager will confirm this with you during the interview process

Our Values: 

Our first principles and values for every person in our company no matter their tenure, experience or status, are the same. 

You will be an endlessly ambitious, passionate professional. An emotionally intelligent, resilient leader and a trusted, empathetic co worker. A life-long student of your craft no matter whether it’s day 1 or day 1001. A brave, proactive experimentalist, obsessed with the 1% and marginal gains. An open, compelling, collaborative communicator, an attentive listener and friend. 

How We Work: 

We believe our company and our people have unlimited potential. This potential and the opportunity ahead of us will not be based on luck but on intention. An intention to bring together an exceptional team of people. A team of people who bring a diversity of lived experiences, heritage, backgrounds, and thought to our collective mission. Our commitment to our people is to ensure they have everything they need to thrive here. Not just within the walls of our company but also out in a changing world. 

If you require reasonable accommodation during the application and selection process, please let us know. We will work together to best meet your needs.

The Process: 

We appreciate the time taken to apply for the role. We will review all applications within five working days and be in touch with those who have been shortlisted to the next stage. Some stages of our interviews will require either a task based scenario or evidence of your work and capabilities. Unfortunately, due to volume we are not able to get back to everyone individually so if you have not heard back from us you have not been successful on this occasion and wish you all the best in your search. 

• Tele Interview - Meet the talent team (this may include a demonstration of your work and portfolio where relevant)
• 1st Interview (Virtual) - Meet your peers 
• 2nd Stage (Face to Face)- Meet your manager (this will involve a response to task or a further demonstration of your portfolio or work)
• Final Stage (Virtual / Face to Face)- Meet the leadership