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Head of Social Media - Edgy Radio Station


Company : Media IQ Recruitment Ltd


Location : London, England


Created : 2025-08-12


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Head of Social Media - Edgy Radio StationJob SectorMarketing / PR / Product ManagementContract TypePermanentLocationLondon / HybridUp to £50k plus bensJob ReferenceMedia IQ-SocialHd19312Do you have extensive experience of managing the social media content and output for an organisation which targets an 18-35 year old audience?Want to work for an edgy talk-radio station/podcast?If so, please read on....The CompanyOur client delivers uncensored LIVE talk-radio for 18-35 year olds. Their programming is more edgy and mischievous than other talk-stations and is broadcast live and uncensored 24/7.They broadcast programming that includes celebrity news, politics, sex and relationships, football, comedy, music, money, food, LGBT+ and much more. Their listening audience currently exceeds 1.5m.The Role of Head of Social Media MarketingOur client is seeking a dynamic and creative self-starter to spearhead the development and execution of their social media strategy. Collaborating with some of the best talent in world entertainment, both established and emerging, you will play a pivotal role in driving awareness and listenership of their radio station as they continue to grow.The successful candidate will contribute to their growth by understanding the nuances of their audience, setting clear objectives and creating compelling, platform-specific content.Your ideas for daily social content will epitomise the company’s tone and message. You will lead from the front, ideate and bring the team with you. Your ability to enthuse and manage a team will be important.As a key team member, you'll lead the daily production of engaging video content, ensuring it aligns with trending news and resonates with their audience. You will be expected to leverage strong writing and editorial skills in order to create highly engaging and shareable content.You'll take the lead in daily meetings with the radio production team to drive social initiatives, such as polls, competitions, and original video ideas.Developing and leading the social strategy across all platforms, with a particular focus on organically growing their social channels.Creating engaging, cutting-edge social content that their audience will want to shareFostering an active and engaged social media community by interacting with their audience, responding to comments and messages.Working with show sponsors on social collaborationsWorking with talent to leverage their audiences on their social channelsCollaborate with the production team to develop engaging, relevant contentUtilise platform data to gather insights and develop learningsOpportunity to develop a teamMUST-HAVE Requirements for this Head of Social Media Marketing role4 years minimum experience in a social media agency or within the social media team in a similar content-driven media brandWorked with paid social campaignsProven experience in growing social following and engagementExperience in building and implementing social media strategiesUnderstanding of paid, earned and ownedUnderstanding of social analytics, able to compile reports for the wider teamIn tune with celebrity UK and US popular culture (desirable)Passionate about social media and emerging trendsAn impeccable grasp of the English language, with accurate spelling, excellent writing skills and high attention to detailExperience in writing and delivering compelling social contentExperience of shooting videos, editing them and posting them across socialsIf you feel that you tick the above requirements, please apply. #J-18808-Ljbffr