Job Description

About the role

Join our dynamic Marketing and Communications team and help shape the voice of Edinburgh Science. As Digital Marketing Officer, you'll lead on delivering creative, audience-focused campaigns across digital and print platforms. From the annual Science Festival to our education programmes and international projects, you'll play a key role in growing our reach and impact.

If you're ready to make an impact through exceptional digital content and help us place science at the heart of culture and conversation, we'd love to hear from you.

Key responsibilities

Campaigns & Content

Develop and deliver engaging marketing campaigns across digital, print, and advertising

Create compelling year-round digital content (copy, video, photography & blog posts) tailored to diverse audiences, both in the UK and globally

Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to ensure consistent messaging and branding

Digital & Social Media

Manage and grow our presence across social platforms (Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, TikTok)

Monitor engagement, respond to audiences, and maintain a consistent brand voice

Plan and execute email marketing campaigns and newsletters

Website & Digital Advertising

Maintain and update website content, prioritising accessibility and user experience

Support website development in collaboration with external agencies

Create and manage digital ad campaigns to drive engagement and sales

Analytics & Reporting

Track and analyse campaign performance using digital tools

Produce reports and insights to inform future strategy and decision-making

Event & Festival Support

Support marketing for special events, including ticketing, venue branding, and printed materials

Assist with box office operations and guest ticket allocations

Help coordinate content capture during the Festival (photo, video, etc.)

What we're looking forEssentials

Proven experience creating digital-first content with a track record of driving strong engagement across platforms such as Instagram, TikTok, YouTube and LinkedIn

Confident in producing, filming, editing and publishing short-form video content using tools like Adobe Premiere Pro, CapCut or similar

Strong copywriting and storytelling skills, with the ability to craft compelling captions, scripts and hooks that grab attention and encourage interaction

Understanding of social media algorithms and trends

Highly creative, organised and proactive, with an ability to manage multiple deadlines while working collaboratively across teams

Especially Desirable

Experience running social campaigns that have reached wide or diverse audiences, particularly in arts, culture or science engagement

Understanding of analytics tools (such as native platform insights, Google Analytics, or Sprout Social) to inform and refine content strategy

Knowledge of accessibility best practices and inclusive design for digital content

Familiarity with CRM systems (such as Spektrix or Artifax) and email marketing platforms

A passion for science, education or creative public engagement

Why join us?

At Edinburgh Science, you'll be part of a bold and mission-driven organisation that is shaping how people connect with science in today's world. We are committed to sustainability, inclusivity and innovation, not just in what we do but in how we do it.

Joining us means being part of a passionate and collaborative team that works year-round to create impactful experiences for audiences of all ages. From local communities to global partnerships, your work will help inspire curiosity, creativity and informed conversations through the power of science. If you believe in science as a force for good and want to help shape a more equitable, sustainable and engaged society, we'd love to have you with us.

APPLY via - https://sciencefestival.teamdetails.com/opportunity/260

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 27,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Additional leave Work from home
Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Experience:

creating digital-first content: 1 year (required)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Edinburgh EH6 6NF

Application deadline: 03/08/2025
Expected start date: 08/09/2025