Company Name:
Lincoln City
Location:
United Kingdom
Vacancy Type:
Permanent
Department:
Club
02 Oct 2024
About The Role

Job purpose

Lincoln City Football Club is looking for a dynamic and forward-thinking marketing executive to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a keen interest in leveraging technology, innovation, and sustainability to enhance our marketing efforts.

This role involves managing both paid and organic social media strategies, driving marketing campaigns that align with our brand values, and collaborating closely with the Lincoln City Foundation to promote community initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop and execute campaigns that align with the club’s focus on technology, innovation, and sustainability. Collaborate with the Lincoln City Foundation to promote community initiatives and events.
  • Manage both paid and organic strategies across social media platforms. Create and schedule engaging content across the club and Foundation’s social media channels, website and CRM systems, monitor trends, and adapt strategies to maximise engagement.
  • Produce innovative, high-quality multimedia content, focusing on creativity and storytelling through emerging technologies.
  • Promote sustainable practices in marketing campaigns and drive community involvement through partnerships with local organisations.
  • Use analytics tools to measure and improve campaign effectiveness, refining strategies based on fan engagement data.
  • Work closely with internal teams and stakeholders to ensure cohesive messaging and strategic alignment across all marketing efforts.
  • Assist in managing and coordinating the club’s mascot and matchday experiences.
 

 

About The Candidate
 

KNOWLEDGE

The level and breadth of knowledge to do the job, eg. understanding of a defined system, method or procedure, legal or regulatory frameworks etc

Essential

  • Strong understanding of social media management, both paid and organic strategies.
  • Expertise in digital marketing tools such as content management systems (CMS), social media management platforms, and analytics software.
  • Knowledge of multimedia content creation, including video production, graphic design, and audio content.
  • Familiarity with sustainable marketing practices and their application in campaigns.
  • Proficiency in data analytics and performance tracking to optimise marketing strategies.
  • Understanding of storytelling and creative content development for diverse audiences.
  • Awareness of current digital marketing trends and best practices.
  • Experience in collaborating with community organisations.
  • Knowledge of project management principles and ability to handle multiple campaigns simultaneously.

 

 

TECHNICAL/WORK-BASED SKILLS

Skills specific to the job, eg. computer competency, typing skills, coaching skills etc

Essential

  • Strong attention to detail.
  • Strong organisation skills.
  • Positive attitude towards challenging tasks.
  • Able to solve problems independently.
  • Team player and ability to meet deadlines under pressure.
  • Learning mentality, looking to constantly improve and pick up new skills/attributes.
  • Promote, adhere to and implement the club’s equality policy and to work consistently to embed equality and diversity within the club.

 

 

GENERAL SKILLS AND ATTRIBUTES

More general characteristics, eg. flexibility, communication skills, team working etc

Essential

  • Bachelor’s degree in marketing, communications, journalism, or a related field.
  • Must hold a valid UK driving licence
  • Creative thinker with a proactive approach to problem-solving.
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
  • Enthusiastic team player with a collaborative mindset.
  • Excellent organisational and project management skills.
  • Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, as required.

     

    Desirable

  • Passion for football and knowledge of Lincoln City Football Club is desirable but not essential.

 

 

EXPERIENCE

Proven record of experience in a particular field, profession or specialism

Essential

  • Digital content creation
  • Digital marketing campaigns
  • Community engagement
  • Analytics and performance tracking
  • Event and campaign planning
  • Familiarity with social media and website content management systems
  • Emerging trends and innovation
  • Technical skills
  • Creative collaboration

     

    Desirable

  • Public relations and media engagement
  • Sports industry experience

 


About The Club
Please visit our website for more information:  www.weareimps.com 

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