We're hiring! Social Media Manager

Because of recent client wins and success, we are expanding our team and seeking a capable and creative Social Media Manager.

More about us:

We are a leading PR & Content Agency comprising experienced journalists, writers, graphic designers and videographers who tell compelling stories for Irish and International brands and organisations.

This is an in-person role based at our offices in Sligo. Some hybrid working is a possibility but this is NOT a remote working role. Do not apply if this is not what will suit you. Ok with that? If yes, do please read on.

(Feel free to send this to anyone that you think may be suitable for the role!)

So, as we said, we’re based in Sligo in the North West of Ireland but our clients come from all over Ireland and internationally and are drawn from sectors including tech, medtech, engineering, Artificial Intelligence, business, hospitality and tourism, aviation and more.

Brands we work with include the National Lottery, Abbott, Diageo, Atlantic Aviation Group, Technology Ireland Digital Skillnet, Trinity College Dublin, University College Dublin, Signify Health, Versono Medical, Sligo Park Hotel, Homeland and Aurivo Co-operative.

Our work is incredibly varied cutting across all forms of media and PR and every type of content from the written word to photography, video and graphics. In the 2024 Spiders Digital Awards, we were named Ireland’s Small Agency of the Year.

We like to have a relaxed work environment and have fun, but we have high standards with attention to detail and continuous improvement and we work hard as a team.

Role and responsibilities:

• This role will involve developing and executing social media strategies for StoryLab and our clients, showcasing our work, engaging audiences, and enhancing digital presence for multiple clients.
• A critical part of the role will be to develop and implement comprehensive social media strategies to increase brand visibility and engagement.
• The role requires the ability to analyse social media metrics to measure campaign effectiveness and adjust strategies as needed.
• Overseeing social planning with social media management tools such as Loomly, Hootsuite or similar.
• Creating, capturing and editing all types of amazing content through video and imagery - it’s a key part of this position. Canva and InDesign experience is a plus.
• You will manage StoryLab’s own marketing outreach by overseeing our regular Newsdesk newsletter and posts on our socials.
• Support our PR work as required including reports for clients

You:

• …will have a strong understanding of social media and public relations, with the ability to create content that resonates with audiences
• …will intimately know your way around social media platforms such as LinkedIn, Tik-Tok, Instagram and Facebook
• …will be open to feedback. Having a capacity for hard work, a natural ability to get on with people, and a sense of humour are a must
• …will be comfortable taking complete ownership of your tasks and projects and see them through with the highest standards applied
• …can happily work on your own but also be comfortable getting on a Teams call with a client or team-members to collaborate on ideas, talk through progress or a problem

Qualifications Overview:

• Proven experience in social media management or public relations is the thing we value most – not necessarily a university degree but they’re OK too!
• Strong knowledge of social media platforms, including Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, Twitter, and TikTok.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a talent for storytelling and a creative mindset.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.
• Nice to have: Proficiency with camera equipment and basic photography/videography skills. Basic graphic design skills.

This is a rare opening to join an exciting business. Join us to shape our online presence and share the transformative work we do with a broader audience!

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: Competitive

Expected hours: Monday to Friday: 9.30am to 5pm

Work Location: As already said at the top – this is an In person role in Sligo Town. Some hybrid working is a possibility but this is NOT a remote working role.

Apply by: December 6, 2024

Position/Title: Social Media Manager

Contract Type: Full Time

How to apply: please send cover letter and CV to [email protected] by December 6