Overview
Social Media Manager Jobs in Twickenham, England, United Kingdom at Beat Media Group
How to Apply
Please send your CV and a cover letter to [email protected] including:
- Salary expectations
- Notice period
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About Beat Media Group
Beat Media Group is one of the UK’s leading content, creative and communications agencies. Through Sportsbeat and Storybeat, we produce journalism, social content, video, creative campaigns and industry-leading syndication for sports brands, teams, athletes, and broadcasters across the global sports landscape.
We are fast-moving, collaborative, and ambitious. Curiosity, creativity, accountability and a genuine love of sport and storytelling sit at the heart of our culture.
We have recently been nominated for Content Agency of the Year at the Sports Journalism Awards for a second consecutive year, reflecting the quality and impact of our work.
This role sits within a key area of the business as we continue to scale our social offering across major rights holders, governing bodies, and brands.
Role Purpose
We are looking for a creative, fast-paced, and detail-oriented Social Media Manager to oversee the day-to-day management of our social channels.
This is a hands-on, execution-focused role, ideal for someone who thrives in a reactive, trend-driven environment and can turn around engaging content quickly.
You will be responsible for publishing content, writing compelling social copy, editing short-form video and ensuring our channels remain active, relevant, and aligned with brand voice. There is also an opportunity to support live content capture at events, bringing real-time storytelling to life.
You will work across leading sports brands and rights holders including Team GB, Team England, British Athletics, Premiership Women’s Rugby, Netball Super League, Horse Racing Ireland and The FA.
What You Will Do
Day-to-Day Channel Management
– Manage and maintain client social media platforms
– Schedule, publish and monitor daily content
– Write engaging, platform-specific social copy
– Maintain consistent posting cadence and quality
– Manage content calendars
– Own day-to-day client communication where required
Content Creation & Editing
– Execute quick-turnaround edits of short-form video
– Adapt existing assets into social-first formats
– Collaborate with internal teams on content ideas
– Support both reactive and planned content output
Trend Monitoring & Reactive Content
– Stay up to date with emerging social trends
– Rapidly ideate and produce reactive content
– Leverage trending formats and conversations
Publishing & Performance
– Monitor performance and engagement metrics
– Optimise content based on insights
– Support reporting on growth and performance
Event Content Capture
– Attend live sporting events and activations
– Capture behind-the-scenes content and interviews
– Edit and publish in near real-time
– Work with talent, clients, and production teams
What We Are Looking For
Core Skills & Experience
– Proven experience managing social media accounts
– Strong understanding of social platforms
– Proficiency in CapCut, Premiere Pro, Final Cut or similar
– Strong copywriting skills
– Ability to work quickly under pressure
– Strong organisation and attention to detail
– Experience managing multiple projects
Good to Have
– Experience capturing content at live events
– Basic photography or videography skills
– Understanding of sports industry and fan culture
– Familiarity with analytics tools
– Creative mindset with proactive ideas
Cultural Fit
– Growth mindset and creative curiosity
– Thrive in fast-paced environment
– Care about quality and detail
– Team-first mentality
– Passion for sport and digital storytelling
Salary
Competitive and dependent on experience
Benefits
– 23 days annual leave plus bank holidays
– Additional day off for your birthday
– Private healthcare
– Cycle to work scheme
– Regular performance and salary reviews
– Hybrid working
– Training and development opportunities
– Modern working environment
– Opportunity to work on major sports brands
Title: Social Media Manager
Company: Beat Media Group
Location: Twickenham, England, United Kingdom
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