Job Description

About Katy Sue Designs:

For over 20 years, Katy Sue Designs has been creating award-winning products for creative people around the world. From cake decorating to card making and home decor, our unique designs and high-quality manufacturing are at the heart of everything we do. Based in South Shields, all our manufacturing, product development, marketing, sales, and even our own filming studio are on site. We are proud to export to over 50 countries to people who love our products.

About the Role:

This newly created role is ideal for someone passionate about social media, who thrives in a creative environment and enjoys working as part of a dynamic team. It's a great opportunity to build hands-on experience in marketing within a successful craft and design business.

As our Marketing Assistant, you will play a vital role in building brand awareness and supporting our growing community of content creators and influencers. You'll help manage our social media presence, particularly TikTok, and work closely with internal and external teams to coordinate samples, content, and communications.

This is a varied and creative role for someone enthusiastic about digital marketing, with a flair for content and a proactive approach to organisation.

Key Responsibilities:

Assist in planning, creating, and scheduling engaging content across all our social media platforms, especially TikTok and Instagram Support and grow relationships with influencers, brand ambassadors and content creators Coordinate sample requests and distribution, ensuring products are sent with clear briefs and timelines Work with the product and marketing teams to help ensure a smooth flow of communication and assets between departments Capture high-quality photos and short videos for marketing use, including product showcases and behind-the-scenes content Help maintain and organise content libraries and image banks Provide general support to the wider marketing and product development teams as required

What We're Looking For:

A passion for social media, digital marketing, and content creation Experience using platforms like TikTok, Instagram and Facebook for business Some knowledge of photography and video editing tools (e.g. Adobe, Canva, CapCut or similar). Strong copywriting skills Excellent communication and organisational skills A self-starter who's willing to learn and get stuck in Creative eye and attention to detail

Nice to Have:

Familiarity with working with influencers or brand ambassadors Graphic design capabilities

Job Type:

Full-time (although part-time or job-share may be considered for the right candidate)

Location:

South Shields (on-site)

Please note we are not engaging with recruitment agencies for this role.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From 24,000.00 per year

Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person