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Digital Marketing Officer (fixed term)
Edinburgh Festival Fringe Society
Our digital channels are central to our work and how we engage with a wide range of audiences, including artists, public, arts industry, media, Fringe Friends and stakeholders. We are looking for a creative, enthusiastic and results-driven Digital Marketing Officer, who will play a key role in management of our social media channels and in producing engaging and innovative digital content across a variety of channels and platforms to extend our reach and deepen engagement with key audiences. From creating compelling video content, attention-grabbing visuals, and user-friendly landing pages, the successful candidate will support the Digital Marketing Manager in the development and management of the Fringe digital marketing channels and platforms in the lead up to and during the Festival Fringe. Reporting to the Digital Marketing Manager, the role sits within the wider Marketing and Communications Team, which is responsible for promoting the Fringe year-round to key stakeholders, and generating public, financial and political support for our charitable activities. The department has a broad portfolio of channels and platforms that support a wide range of digital projects which are conceived, developed and promoted in conjunction with other teams and departments. The successful candidate will be enthusiastic and proactive in collaborating with team members to develop our digital platforms, create content for digital channels and successfully help us launch digital marketing campaigns. Role and responsibilites You will perform a wide range of duties, including but not limited to: -Support the Digital Marketing Manager deliver our Digital Content Strategy and contribute innovative content ideas to reach and engage with key audiences. - Proactively manage and post content on social media channels to extend reach, drive engagement and review performance to find opportunities for improvement. - Produce a wide range of digital content, including visuals, short videos, photography for the Fringe social media, websites and digital channels. - Be highly creative with a passion for creating and editing content that aligns with the Fringe brand guidelines, tone of voice and our vision and values. - Identify opportunities to better tell our stories and the stories of those who perform and attend the Fringe. - Support the team in the production of email marketing campaigns. - Support updating and optimising website content. - Responding to enquiries on social media channels. - Support the creation and on-going management of landing pages and other digital platforms using intuitive content management systems. - Be proactive and have a collaborative approach across team members and departments to ensure accurate and detailed project information is gathered and recorded, while ensuring effective cross-department collaboration. Rate of pay and hours of work The rate of pay for this post is £14.30 per hour. Normal working hours 35 hours a week, worked from 10:00 to 18:00, Monday to Friday with a one-hour unpaid lunch break. In the run up to and during the festival you may be required to work additional days and hours.
Location: 180 High Street, Edinburgh EH1 1QS
Deadline: 5 May 2025
Finance & Administration Officer
Traverse Theatre
We are looking for an organised, experienced and enthusiastic Finance & Admin Officer to join our Finance team and maintain the smooth day to day running of our Finance and Administration Department.
Location: Edinburgh
Deadline: 6 May 2025
Gift Aid vs VAT
Culture & Business Scotland
Wednesday 7 May 2025 | 12pm-12.45pm | Online FREE for C&BS members | £35 + VAT for non-members In the world of tax, Gift Aid and VAT have a strange relationship. They are directly connected to each other, but at the same time opposed. The terminology used in each is similar, but with different meaning and implications. This results in confusion, misunderstanding and opportunities being missed. In this Sector Insight, we will explain how Gift aid and VAT rules apply to cultural bodies, dispel common misunderstandings, and highlight ways to achieve optimum results for both taxes.
Location: Online
Deadline: 7 May 2025
TikTok Video Casting Call
The Great Her
Who We Are The Great Her is a creative company focused on cultural storytelling and brand promotion. We're currently producing a series of short TikTok videos and are looking for local talent to help bring our vision to life. What We’re Looking For We’re seeking expressive, confident individuals based in Edinburgh to film 60-second promotional TikTok videos. Each completed video will be compensated at £16. Video Style Videos will range from explanatory to performative styles. You’ll receive a basic brief or creative direction, but no full script — we’re looking for natural, authentic delivery in your own voice. Requirements Must be based in Edinburgh Comfortable being on camera and speaking to an audience Fluent English speaker Able to appear on camera (face visible) Basic filming setup (a good-quality smartphone is fine) Self-directed and reliable with deadlines Available to shoot during April What You’ll Get £16 per approved video (each 60 seconds) Creative freedom with guidance A chance to collaborate with an emerging creative brand Potential for future ongoing projects How to Apply Please full the following form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdmX5ASBhhZHOdOBSF4X3jdbjIo0X0yUD5M5xGR4OdPsWhl7g/viewform?usp=header
Location: Edinburgh, Scotland
Deadline: 5 May 2025
Events Coordinator
Edinburgh University Students' Association
Edinburgh University Students' Association is looking to recruit an Events Coordinator to join our Business Development team. The Role: The Events Coordinator role is to support the Business Development department in the planning and coordination of both internal and external client events and support in ensuring that clients’ event objectives are met. The role of Events Coordinator will support the planning and delivery for events such as, but not limited to, student socials, club nights, conferences, awards celebrations, cultural events, live music events, theatre shows and much more. The role is to provide clear, timely and accurate information to peers, colleagues and external clients as required. Along with day-to-day administration duties, the role will be responsible for an element of Welcome Week programming as well as the volunteer recruitment and training which will be required over this period. The role will suit someone with experience of events coordination, and who can demonstrate excellent planning, administration, organisational and time management skills. The post holder will possess strong written and communication skills, as well as the confidence and ability to build successful relationships with a broad spectrum of clients, stakeholders, and suppliers. This post demands a keen eye for detail, patience as well as a client/customer focused approach.
Location: Edinburgh
Deadline: 6 May 2025
Programme Assistant
Art Walk Projects
An exciting new role to join the small expanding team at Art Walk Projects based in Portobello. This freelance 2-day per week role assisting the Artistic Director and Producer will support the realisation of their year-round projects including the Art Walk Porty Festival and the delivery of artist residencies and community oriented projects. It involves a freelance contract (6 months initially with possibility of extension. Pay is £110 per day, with a proposed start date of 30th June.
Location: Edinburgh
Deadline: 9 May 2025
Managing Ethics and Risk
Culture & Business Scotland
Tuesday 6 May 2025 | 2pm-5pm | Azets Quay 2 139 Fountainbridge Edinburgh EH3 9QG £85 + VAT for C&BS members | £125 + VAT for non-members A training session to support fundraisers with concerns about ethics, due diligence and risk management around sponsorship. This course has been designed in response to the surging concern of many fundraisers about the risks of accepting corporate support that may create PR backlash and end up causing more harm than good for the charity partner. Sponsorship expert Alice Samtoy gives you a great foundation for making informed decisions around working with potential new and existing corporate partners.
Location: Edinburgh
Deadline: 6 May 2025
Creative Circles | Choose Good Clients
Creative Edinburgh
CHOOSE GOOD CLIENTS 🗓️ Tuesday 6th May 📍 The Sir Arthur Conan Doyle Centre ⏰ 17:30 - 19:00 As creatives and freelancers, the projects we take on—and the clients we work with—can have a huge impact on our careers, wellbeing, and creative fulfilment. But how do we identify the right opportunities, and what are the things to watch out for? In this session, we’ll explore how to set boundaries and ensure that the work you take on is both sustainable and creatively rewarding. Our speaker, Akiko Kobayashi, will share insights on navigating client relationships, knowing when to say no, and how to build a portfolio that reflects the work you truly want to do. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to refine your approach to new work, this session will offer practical guidance on making informed choices that support your long-term success.
Location: The Sir Arthur Conan Doyle Centre
Deadline: 6 May 2025
Coven Studios Open Day | Free Entry
Coven Studios
Calling all creatives, designer and makers! Welcome to Coven Studios! Join us for an exciting Open Day at our Leith based studios where you can explore our creative spaces, meet our members of our creative collective, and learn more about our various projects. Whether you're a photographer, producer, artist, designer, maker, writer, director, architect, curious visitor, or just looking for some inspiration, this event is perfect for you. All creative disciplines are welcome. And it's free entry! Get a behind-the-scenes look at our studios, meet likeminded people and enjoy pop-up fresh coffee by our friends at Flat Flat White. Don't miss out on this opportunity to connect with our vibrant community and experience the magic of Coven Studios. Find more information and reserve a free spot via the link to our Eventbrite listing below. See you there!
Location: Leith
Deadline: 9 May 2025