Social Media Executive
The role of a Social Media Executive will involve collating, curating and publishing content for social media channels, whether that be copy, imagery or video. Social Media Executives also act as moderators for all user-generated content, engaging with audiences and ensuring all interactions remain on brand.
The role may also involve a basic level of SEO to increase visibility to the the company’s target audience.
As the role involves the use of engaging content, some Social Media Executive positions require writing skills, adapting style and tone of voice to the desired audience.
Many people have an everyday exposure and/or interest in social media, so employers look for a much more commercial understanding of social media channels when shortlisting candidates, along with evidence of working on social media activity for a brand or clients. To be considered, employers will want to see proven track record of involvement with the design, implementation and evaluation of social media campaigns for clients/brands. Other required skills might include SEO, content writing skills and basic graphic design capabilities.
Salary wise outside of London the role generally pays between £19,000 to £28,000 depending on regional variance and level of experience.
Cambridge
Cambridge is the county town of Cambridgeshire and is primarily a university city. Residing on the River Cam, there is archaeological evidence of Bronze Age and Roman Britain settlements in the area. Whilst under Viking rule, Cambridge was an important trading centre and although the town charters were granted much later in the 12th century, city status was not officiated until 1951. Home to the universally revered University of Cambridge that was founded in 1209 and is consistently listed as one of the top five universities in the world. Exquisite architecture and undeniable handsome history abound; a tightly packed core of college buildings, picturesque gardens lead on to the river and green meadows surround the city. The stunning city skyline is dominated by university colleges, the spire of the Our Lady and the English Martyrs Church, the chimney of Addenbrooke's Hospital and St John's College Chapel tower. Cambridge is also home to the Cambridge Biomedical Campus, one of the largest biomedical research centres in the world, AstraZeneca and Papworth Hospital. Industry-wise, it’s at the heart of the international technology scene with software, bioscience and many start-up companies born of the local world-class university; more than 40% of the city’s workforce has a higher education qualification.
