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We welcome applications from all, but are especially keen to receive applications from those in groups currently under-represented within the workforce in the film industry.
| Hours / Terms | 28 hours a week (75% of full-time), fixed term until 29 February 2024 |
| Start date | ASAP |
| Salary | £23,302.50 per annum (pro rata) |
| Reports to | Awards and Marketing Manager |
| Working pattern | This is a part-time role working Monday to Friday (hours to be agreed with line manager) with occasional evening and weekend work required. The role will be based at our office in Golden Square, Soho. |
BIFA is looking for an enthusiastic, creative Marketing Assistant to support the organisation’s marketing activities around the annual awards and ongoing campaign to support new independent releases in the UK. This is a unique opportunity for an independent film fan with a flair for marketing. The Marketing Assistant will join a small, busy team at an exciting time for the organisation.
THE ROLE
BIFA (British Independent Film Awards C.I.C.) is an internationally renowned organisation that celebrates, promotes, and supports independent filmmaking and filmmakers in the UK. The annual Awards have a particular focus on highlighting the most promising new filmmaking talent emerging in the UK and supporting the development of those individuals. BIFA also coordinates an extensive suite of talent development training for emerging filmmakers, including the Springboard Programme, and ED&I training courses. As well as the annual award ceremony, BIFA promotes independent film to audiences all year round. This role will support the ongoing expansion of that activity, primarily on social media (Instagram, Tiktok, Twitter, YouTube and Facebook) and The BIFA Podcast.
We are looking for a motivated, creative and reliable forward thinker, who enjoys working as part of a small team to support our day-to-day marketing activities including social media, the website and newsletter.
With guidance from the Awards and Marketing Manager, you will assist in the delivery of effective social media and email campaigns to support BIFA’s annual activities. The role will input into wider marketing plans and campaign activities, attending film screenings and industry events where needed. Past campaign titles have included BLUE JEAN, AFTERSUN, RYE LANE, THE SOUVENIR, BOILING POINT, CENSOR, ROCKS, PIRATES.
MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Creating engaging and relevant social media posts for all channels, including both static and video (including shooting and editing for iPhone)
- Lead on daily community management of all social media channels
- Management of the weekly editorial social calendar, including posting and scheduling all social media posts
- Monitor industry news to identify relevant stories and researching ideas for original digital content and opportunities
- Lead on media monitoring and logging press cuts
- Maintaining the comms, outreach and contact database
- Assisting the Awards and Marketing Manager to compile the monthly newsletter and mailing list management
- Assisting the Awards and Marketing Manager in updating the website with news and events
- Assisting the Awards and Marketing Manager in community outreach and building relationships with local partners
- Assisting with monthly and annual reporting
- Additional opportunities including conducting talent interviews and writing articles
- Provide support at events including the BIFA ceremony, premieres, festivals and special event screenings
PERSON SPECIFICATIONS
Essential
Experience working in a marketing or social media related role
Experience in shooting content for social media on iPhone, which may include static or red carpet interviews
Experience using photo and video editing software (ie Adobe Photoshop and Premiere) to create engaging and reactive social media content
Extensive working knowledge of social media platforms, particularly Instagram and TikTok
Experience managing the day-to-day running of multiple social media accounts and using scheduling software (Hootsuite, Sprout etc).
A demonstrable interest in film and awareness of current landscape, with a keen interest in pop culture
Good organisational skills, able to prioritise multiple delivery deadlines.
High quality verbal and written communication skills
Strong writing and copy-editing abilities
An eye for design and branding consistency
Desirable
Experienced in using Mailchimp or similar e-marketing tools
Experience in using Microsoft Office, Gmail, Google docs, Notion and Slack
Experience of using website content management systems (CMS)
Experience of podcast production
APPLICATION
Applications for this position are now closed.
| Application deadline: | Sunday 20 August 23:59 |
| 1st interview: | Thursday 24 August |
| 2nd interview (if required): | Friday 25 August |
| If you’re not able to make the interview dates, please let us know in your application. We can be flexible with timings (e.g. evening and morning slots) – just let us know. |
