About the role The Social Media and Digital Officer plays a vital role in sharing English National Ballet's story with our audiences. You'll work across social media channels and digital platforms, supporting campaigns, projects and brand storytelling, to ensure our online presence remains engaging, accurate and well-managed. You will work closely with content creators, internal teams and other stakeholders to ensure digital content is audience focused, optimised for each platform, and supported by clear performance insights. About English National Ballet We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce where staff of all backgrounds can thrive and grow. We would particularly like to hear from global majority applicants and from applicants living with a disability or a long-term health condition, both groups which are currently underrepresented in our organisation. English National Ballet is a Disability Confident Committed organisation. English National Ballet is based at the Mulryan Centre for Dance on London City Island in Canning Town, East London. We would particularly like to hear from local East London residents, and would encourage those based in the boroughs of Tower Hamlets, Newham, Waltham Forest, and Hackney to apply. Deadline for applications is Monday 24th May, 2026 at 11:59pm. Key Selection Criteria Your main responsibilities as Social Media and Digital Officer will include: Please apply using the link below. For any reasonable adjustments, please contact [email protected]. Deadline for applications is Monday 24th May, 2026 at 11:59pm.Job Description
English National Ballet has been opening up the possibilities of ballet for over seventy five years. We are a pioneering Company at the forefront of ballet's growth and evolution: celebrating tradition whilst forging innovation and developing the artform. English National Ballet is also a UK leader in creative learning and engagement practice, building dynamic partnerships and community programmes. We strive for artistic excellence and to share ballet with as many people as possible, across the UK and around the world.Job Requirements
- Experience managing or supporting successful social media channels with an excellent understanding of what makes engaging content.
- A flair for copywriting and editing for digital platforms, with excellent attention to detail.
- Keen social user with an understanding of social media best practices and platform trends.
- Experience of interpreting performance data using analytics tools, and using insights to shape content and channel approach.
- Good time management skills with the ability to efficiently prioritise, meet deadlines, plan, and organise while maintaining the highest standards of accuracy.
- Ability to build positive, collaborative working relationships and provide a friendly service to people at all levels within the organisation and externally.Job Responsibilities
- Creating compelling content for social media channels and digital platforms, including copywriting, publishing, scheduling and reporting.
- Writing engaging captions for social posts, adapting for platforms and incorporating relevant hashtags, keywords, and calls-to-action.
- Managing the social media content and publishing calendar, ensuring channels are optimised and reflect the full breadth of the company's work, on stage and beyond.
- Supporting the Digital Manager on content production and the delivery of digital campaigns and initiatives.
- Monitoring and analysing performance metrics across platforms.
- Keeping abreast of trends and sharing insights to inform future digital activity.
- Scheduling, writing and publishing blog posts on ballet.org.uk.How to Apply