Contract - ÂŁ23,000. Salary to raise in line with 2026 Real Living Wage rate (rate to be announced late October 2025) Key dates - Schools Programme launch: April 2026 Front List launch and on sale: late April/early May 2026Full Public Programme launch and on sale: mid-June 2026 2026 Festival: 15 - 30 August 2026 This is a busy and creative position, and requires a high degree of organisation and exceptional attention to detail, professionalism, and flexibility. The role requires solid time management skills, an eye for design, and the ability to craft compelling content and copy across a range of channels. The environment is fast paced, so attention to detail and the ability to work quickly and independently are considered important. Essential - Experience in creating photo and video content for a range of social channels. Experience in creating high quality written communications . Experience in working events, or other public facing activity/projects. Outstanding organisation, time management, and multi-tasking skills. Strong attention to detail .Strong proofreading skills. The ability to manage workload and meet deadlines under pressure. The ability to translate information into interesting, engaging copy and shaping it to suit a variety of audiences and platforms. Year-round - Programme preparation, brochure production and launch Supporting the sourcing, gathering, and collating assets from publicists and other sources, ensuring tidy file management and tracking outstanding assets Assisting in gathering research on invited authors, to inform briefs for external copywriters Support the upkeep of event information in our database system, which will include busy periods of data inputting. Digital communications and content creation General administration and team support During the Festival - Digital communications and content creation Site signage Site logistics and support Please complete the online application, using the links on our website : edbookfest.co.uk/about-us/jobsJob Summary
Job Description
Fixed-term, full-time (35 hours/week) contra 12 January - late December 2026 (end date to be discussed)Job Requirements
Job Responsibilities
Useful Links
How to Apply