Freelance Social Media Assistant
Hybrid, Winchburgh EH52 and remote | Freelance contract
Allera Marketing is looking for a freelance Social Media Assistant to cover parental leave, initially for at least three months. There may be scope to continue working together beyond this if it is a good fit for both sides.
Working alongside our Head of Content, you will help manage the day-to-day social media presence of a varied portfolio of hospitality and tourism clients. This includes creating, planning, and scheduling content, along with occasional research and marketing administration.
You will manage your agreed workload and complete work by each client’s deadlines.
Main responsibilities
- Attending client content trips when required with Head of Content and/or Director
- Writing and creating social media content across client accounts
- Planning and scheduling posts across platforms including Facebook, Instagram and LinkedIn
- Sourcing suitable images and video clips from client content libraries
- Supporting occasional content and competitor research
- Completing general marketing administration when required
- Following client brand guidelines and maintaining confidentiality
Contract details
- Initial term: Three-month contract, with potential to extend
- Commitment: 56 hours per month, usually equivalent to eight 7-hour days. Working days can be arranged flexibly, subject to agreed client deadlines and availability.
- Rate: £20 per hour, equivalent to £1,120 per month for the agreed 56 hours
- Payment: Paid monthly on submission of an invoice
- Working pattern: The role is flexible and remote, although you will need to be based in Scotland and attend occasional meetings in Edinburgh.
- Freelance status: This is an independent contractor role, not an employed position. You will be responsible for your own tax and National Insurance
- Additional work: Any hours beyond the agreed monthly commitment will be paid at the same hourly rate and must be agreed in advance
- Notice period: 30 days’ written notice on either side
What we’re looking for
- Experience creating and scheduling social media content
- Agency or freelance experience is preferred
- Strong writing skills and close attention to detail
- A good eye for engaging social media content
- Confidence managing your own workload and meeting deadlines
- A reliable and responsive approach to communication
- Discretion when handling confidential client and commercial information
- Experience within hospitality or tourism marketing would be useful, but is not essential
How to apply
Please email natalie@alleramarketing.com with your availability, preferred working pattern and links to relevant social media accounts, portfolio pieces or examples of your work.