Future plc is hiring a Social Media Editor to transform the social media approach for its world-leading music brands. You will develop and deliver strategic social-first content, focusing on video and community building to grow and engage audiences.
What You'll Do
- Develop and deliver social media strategies for Future's music brands.
- Shoot, edit, and distribute social-first content across multiple platforms.
- Maximize the potential of every story using social media and explore new storytelling formats.
- Build communities by creating engaging posts, replying to comments, and listening to feedback.
- Collaborate with print and online teams to produce top-quality written, graphic, and video content.
- Help manage YouTube and all social channels, establishing best practices.
- Create YouTube thumbnails, Instagram carousels, engagement graphics, and vertical video edits for Shorts, Instagram, and TikTok.
- Write punchy copy for descriptions and video titles.
What We're Looking For
- A proven track record of creating social media content and growing an audience.
- Ability to edit and shoot video with style, flair, and a strong sense of storytelling.
- Experience in camera operation, with an eye for good set design and composition.
- Ability to coach and direct on-screen talent.
- Previous writing, scripting, and editing experience.
- Skill in writing engaging copy and compelling headlines.
- Insightful understanding of the world of music and music-making.
- Proficient music-making experience with understanding of gear terminology, musical technique, and history.
- Wide-ranging taste in music.
- Understanding of music tribes like modern rock, alternative, progressive, and classic rock, and crossover content.
- Love of content and storytelling with ability to switch between brands and content types.
- Proven commercial awareness and experience.
Team & Environment
You will report to the Editor in Chief (Video & Social Media, Music). You'll work closely with the Content Director, the editorial teams, and the broader Social Media team.
Benefits & Compensation
- Salary: £29,000 - £35,000
- Uncapped leave
- Profit-sharing bonus
- Referral bonus
- Well-being support with Colleague Assistant Programmes
- Opportunity to purchase shares via a Share Incentive Plan
Work Mode
This is a hybrid role, with offices in London and Bath.
Future plc embraces and celebrates diversity, building an inclusive workplace focused on creating trusted, expert content that educates and inspires action.
