DESCRIPTION

We’re looking for a self-starting, creatively-driven Social Media Content Creator o develop and deepen our storytelling on Instagram, TikTok, and other social media channels. Sitting within the Marketing & Communications team, this is a hands-on role with plenty of space for creative experimentation, spontaneity, and bold, original ideas.
You’ll be responsible for the ideation, production and editing of standout content that brings Somerset House’s vibrant programme and creative community to life. Working closely with our other Social Media Manager, you’ll collaborate on a dynamic, diverse content calendar that elevates our cultural programme, champions our resident creatives, and builds deeper engagement with both new and existing audiences.

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERTISE

Proven experience creating engaging video content for Instagram Reels and TikTok.
Experience with creating people-led and interview-based content for social media channels.
Excellent understanding of creative best practices and audience behaviours on Instagram and TikTok (paid and organic content).
Strong editorial and visual instincts, with a finger on the pulse of digital trends and youth culture.
Planning and managing multiple projects and campaign schedules.
Experience working within a cultural or arts setting.
Ability to capture strong video using both cameras and smartphones.
Skilled in editing using mobile-native apps or Adobe Premiere Pro. Demonstrable ability to independently produce content from concept, pre-production to upload.
A creative mindset, comfortable in making decisions in line with a brief.
An interest in experimental storytelling, emerging creators, and creative innovation.
Ability to react quickly and calmly in fast-paced situations.

ABOUT SOMERSET HOUSE TRUST

Somerset House hosts the UK’s largest and most exciting creative community right in the heart of London, and are always looking for new talent to join our team. We welcome 3 million annual visitors to share our unique combination of cultural events, the creative industries and history. This mix informs and powers our programme and organisational culture, making us a singular, compelling and inclusive place to visit and work.
Somerset House is actively anti-racist, you can read about our Anti-Racism Pledge and the action we’re taking here. We are working hard to ensure our people, our onsite community and our sector reflect, represent and include all of society.
Our Commitment to Anti-Racism, Diversity and Inclusion:
Somerset House is open to all, and we value everyone’s unique skills. Somerset House Trust is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to championing equality, diversity, and inclusion in our workplace. We are committed to equal opportunity and encourage applications from all qualified individuals. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, disability, gender identity, race, religion, sexual orientation, or socioeconomic background.
Where candidates are equally qualified, we will seek to prioritise diversity to help us increase representation across the creative economy and the Trust.
We anonymise all job applications to help avoid discrimination in the initial screening stage of our recruitment process. This reinforces our commitment to focusing on the skills and qualifications of all applications from the start.
We’re committed to creating an inclusive recruitment process. Please let us know if there’s anything we can do to help you perform at your best. We’re open to adjusting our process to accommodate your needs please email people.team@somersethouse.org.uk.
The Trust reserves the right to close a job before its application deadline.
Please only apply if you have the right to work in the UK; the Trust cannot currently offer sponsorships