Job Description

Job Specification: Social Media Manager

Job Title:

Social Media Manager

Location:

Hybrid - Manchester / London bases

Employment Type:

Full-time

Salary:

Competitive + performance bonus

Start Date:

ASAP

Here at ITK we are a digital agency, working primarily on end to end digital strategy within music, venues and festivals.

We are looking to hire social media manager/managers who thrive on delivering high-impact advertising campaigns. Someone with excellent attention to detail, and fantastic organisation skills, this is a fast paced role for someone up for the challenge of working in a boutique agency, working closely with the directors and clients alike.

The successful candidate will take ownership of our social media clients, and drive measurable growth across multiple channels and clients.

As part of our fast-growing marketing team, you'll manage multi-channel campaigns, test new initiatives, optimise budgets, and use analytics to constantly elevate performance. If you're passionate about performance marketing and excited by the opportunity to make a tangible impact, we'd love to hear from you.

What We Offer:

Competitive salary + bonus structure Flexible working and hybrid schedule A collaborative, innovative team culture Clear opportunities for progression

How to Apply:

Apply through Indeed in the first instance

Overview

We are seeking a highly creative, organised and proactive

Social Media Manager

to oversee and grow the online presence of a global, travelling music artists within the electronic music space. This position requires flexibility, as working hours will vary depending on the client's location and schedule. You will collaborate closely with number of full-time videographers and photographers who will be with the artists at all times to capture and deliver content. Your role will focus on strategy, execution, community management, and performance analysis, primarily across Instagram and TikTok.

Key Responsibilities

Strategy & Creative Direction

Design and deliver creative, engaging and forward-thinking social media strategies across Instagram and TikTok. Stay up to date with social, cultural, and industry trends--especially within electronic music--and apply them to the artist's platforms. Provide creative guidance, ideas and direction for content (shooting is not required). Conduct ongoing audience research to identify opportunities for high-performing, relevant content. Analyse competitor and like-minded artist activity to understand what performs well and why. Recommend improvements to increase reach, engagement, and overall performance.

Platform Management

Instagram

Fully manage day-to-day handling of the main Instagram account. Responsible for: Feed posts Story content Commenting and community interaction Responding to DMs Managing comment replies Run and manage the Instagram broadcast channel to help boost engagement.
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TikTok (Two Accounts)

Main TikTok Account

Handle daily posting and management. Adapt content from videographer/photographer into a TikTok-optimised format. Post more frequently than Instagram when needed. Engage through comments, replies, and trends.

TikTok BTS Account

Post POV-style, behind-the-scenes, and unique personality-driven content to build fan connection and expand overall presence.

Content Management

Collaborate with the videographer and photographer to coordinate and execute content plans. Create, curate, or commission original and engaging multimedia content across platforms. Use

CoBrand

to review and collect the best fan-generated content daily for: Feed dumps Stories Fan account posts Optimise all content for maximum engagement (e.g., length, pacing, colour/brightness, captions, format).

Community Management

Manage and facilitate online communities by responding to posts, generating discussions, and maintaining an active, positive presence. Ensure tone, voice, and engagement style aligns with the artist's brand. Curate aesthetically consistent, engaging photo/video dumps.

Data, Performance & Reporting

Monitor, track, analyse, and report on performance across platforms using analytics tools on Instagram, TikTok and other relevant platforms. Identify consumer trends and insights that can inform future content and campaigns. Research and evaluate the latest tools, techniques, and best practices to improve measurement and performance. Set measurable goals to grow brand awareness, engagement, and loyalty. Manage and track social media budgets for campaigns, ads, or growth initiatives.

Communication & Coordination

Maintain strong communication with the artist and team to ensure all content is approved, aligned, and timely. Work closely with videographer/photographer to stay ahead of upcoming travel, events, and opportunities for content capture.

Requirements

Strong knowledge of Instagram and TikTok trends, tools, and best practices. Deep understanding and genuine interest in the electronic music scene and its audience. Proven experience developing successful social media strategies and growing accounts. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Highly organised and adaptable, able to work flexible hours based on the artist's schedule and global travel. Skilled in interpreting analytics and applying insights to improve performance. Creative, detail-oriented, and capable of maintaining an aesthetically cohesive brand identity. Experience managing budgets and evaluating ROI for social media initiatives.
Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 24,420.00-43,557.44 per year

Benefits:

Company pension Flexitime Work from home
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Manchester M11 1JX