Job Description

PLEASE NOTE - ALL APPLICANTS MUST SUBMIT EXAMPLES OF THEIR WORK

Are you a content-first social media pro who knows how to make brands stand out online?

We're on the lookout for a creative, confident and social-media-savvy

Social Media & Content Executive

to join the team at

Who's Listening

- a growing, full-service marketing agency working with brands across the UK and beyond.

This is not a behind-the-scenes role. You'll be out on shoots, meeting clients, and creating content that actually connects - not just posts that fill the feed. You'll plan, film, edit, and schedule content for a range of brands, helping them grow across platforms like Instagram, TikTok, LinkedIn, and Facebook.

We're looking for someone who gets social media, knows what performs (and why), and can confidently run client accounts from concept through to reporting. If you can shoot a reel, cut a podcast clip, chat to a client, and spot a trending sound before it's stale - this might be for you.

What You'll Be Doing

You'll be managing social media delivery for a selection of clients, with support from the wider team. Your role will include:

Planning content

: Working with clients to build content calendars that match their goals and tone of voice

Capturing footage

: Filming short-form video and taking photography on-site with professional kit (provided)

Editing content

: Creating scroll-stopping videos using Premiere Pro, CapCut, or similar

Managing accounts

: Writing captions, scheduling content, and maintaining engagement across platforms

Attending shoots & meetings

: Regular client visits across the North East, including planning days and content capture

Creating static content

: Simple graphics in Photoshop or Canva - no heavy design work

Reporting

: Supporting with basic analytics and performance tracking

Podcast editing

: Cutting clips from our podcast for TikTok, YouTube Shorts, and Reels

Paid ad support

: Helping launch and manage basic Meta ad campaigns (training provided)

What We're Looking For

We're not hiring on years of experience - we're hiring for energy, ideas, and quality of work. The right person will be:

Confident filming content

with DSLR or mirrorless cameras

Skilled at editing

short-form video (Premiere Pro, CapCut, or similar)

Social media fluent

- you know what works on each platform and how to make it work for different brands

Organised and reliable

, with the ability to manage multiple projects and clients

Outgoing and people-focused

, comfortable running shoots and meeting clients face-to-face

A clear communicator

across email, WhatsApp, Zoom, and in person

Creative but strategic

- you enjoy coming up with ideas, but always with a goal in mind

Full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle

Bonus points if you:

Have an interest in football or sports content (for our podcast work) Have experience working in an agency environment

What You'll Get

24,000 - 26,000

starting salary, depending on experience

35-hour week

, with half-day Fridays

Remote-first setup

, with flexible working

Uncapped commission

for additional client work

Regular North East shoots and events

Creative freedom

and ownership of your work

Training in paid social advertising and other tools

A close-knit, growing team

that actually enjoys what they do

How to Apply

Please send your

CV

,

examples of video work

, and a short

cover note

explaining why you'd be a great fit.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 24,000.00-26,000.00 per year

Additional pay:

Commission pay Performance bonus
Benefits:

Company events Company pension Work from home
Schedule:

Monday to Friday No weekends
Ability to commute/relocate:

Gateshead NE8 3HU: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:

Social Media Marketing: 2 years (preferred) Video editing: 2 years (preferred)
Licence/Certification:

Driving Licence (required)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Gateshead NE8 3HU