Social Media Executive
1 day ago
Ryde
Social Media Executive Location: Isle of Wight Working Hours: Monday – Friday, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM (flexibility required for events/meeting) \n Pertemps are currently recruiting for a creative and social-savvy Social Media & Content Executive to join leading business based on the Isle of Wight and bring the brand to life across social media. \n This is a role for someone who lives and breathes social, someone who understands what makes people stop scrolling, knows the latest trends and formats, and can turn a great idea into engaging content from concept through to shooting, editing, copywriting and publishing. \n Responsibilities as a Social Media Executive: \n\n • Channel Management: Oversee day-to-day activity across Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, LinkedIn, YouTube, and emerging platforms.\n, • Content Planning & Strategy: Develop and maintain an engaging content calendar spanning brand storytelling, product launches, lifestyle content, and reactive trends.\n, • End-to-End Content Creation: Shoot and edit scroll-stopping short-form video (Reels/TikToks), Stories, and photography using tools like CapCut, Canva, and Adobe Creative Suite.\n, • Copywriting: Craft platform-tailored copy that captures the distinct Mermaid brand tone of voice.\n, • Trend & Cultural Monitoring: Spot emerging viral trends, trending audio, and creator opportunities to produce timely, reactive content.\n, • On-Location & Campaign Coverage: Attend events, shoots, and brand activations to capture real-time content and support creator/influencer partnerships.\n, • Performance Tracking: Monitor social metrics and platform analytics to evaluate performance, optimize future content, and refine creative approach.\n\n Requirements: \n\n • Experience: 1–2+ years in dedicated social media management or content creation, backed by a strong portfolio or examples of past work.\n, • Technical Skills: Hands-on experience shooting and editing short-form video and photography independently using modern mobile editing tools or software.\n, • Platform & Trend Expertise: Deep understanding of user behaviour across TikTok, Instagram, Facebook, Pinterest, and YouTube, alongside a natural instinct for digital culture.\n, • Copywriting & Tone: Strong written communication skills with the ability to tailor messaging across diverse platforms.\n, • Mindset & Organization: Highly organized with the ability to manage structured content calendars while remaining agile for reactive trend opportunities.\n, • Flexibility: Full UK driving licence preferred, with flexibility to travel for shoots, events, and brand activations as needed.\n\n Benefits: \n\n • Competitive salary: £30,000 – £35,000\n, • Hybrid working model (minimum 2 days on-site)\n, • 22 days holiday, increasing with each year of service (max 26 days)\n, • Bupa Healthcare\n, • Staff discounts & access to Bright HR Perks\n\n If you are interested in this social media Executive role, please apply below or contact Jemma at Pertemps.