Job Title: Social Media Editor & Content Creator
Location: Wickford, Essex (with travel to events in the UK and USA)
Salary: £25,000 per year (depending on experience)
Job Type: Full-time
About Us
The Ultimate Pool Group is one of the fastest-growing cue sports organisations in the world, promoting and organising professional 8-ball pool events featuring the sport’s top players.
Ultimate Pool’s weekly television show is broadcast on TNT Sports and in over 66 countries, and our social media impressions reach over 130 million people each month. Our events attract top-tier professionals, emerging talent, and passionate amateur players.
With recent expansion into the USA, we are looking to enhance our media presence across the globe, and we need a creative and dynamic Social Media Editor to join our team.
Role Overview
This role will focus on creating compelling and engaging content that promotes our events, players, and brand across multiple digital platforms.
You will be responsible for photographing at events, filming extra content, editing, and scheduling content, as well as managing our social media channels to increase engagement and audience reach.
The role requires someone with a passion for sport, excellent creativity, and a strong understanding of social media trends with the ability to travel for monthly events both in the UK and the USA.
Key Responsibilities:
- Content Creation & Editing:
- Film, photograph, and edit high-quality video and photo content for use on all social media and digital platforms, including short-form (Instagram Reels, TikTok), Long form (YouTube).
- Social Media Management:
- Manage and update the official social media accounts (Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, YouTube, TikTok) to drive engagement and promote events.
- Schedule and publish posts in advance, ensuring content is timely and relevant.
- Event Coverage:
- Travel to and cover events, both in the UK and USA, capturing content in real-time during tournaments and behind-the-scenes activities.
- Work with the events team to ensure all media needs are met during live tournaments and exhibitions.
- Collaboration & Communication:
- Maintain a strong relationship with professional players and ensure their activities are highlighted in relevant content.
Skills and Experience Required:
- Content Creation & Editing:
- Proficient in video production and editing software (e.g., Adobe Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro, etc.) and design software (e.g., Photoshop, Illustrator).
- Ability to create engaging visual content, including photography, video, and graphics.
Benefits:
- Competitive salary (£25,000 per year, depending on experience)
- Company pension plan
- Subsidised Gym membership
- Travel and accommodation provided for events
- Food expenses covered at events
- Opportunities for career growth in a rapidly expanding global organisation
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday (with flexibility to work weekends during events)
Location:
- Based in Wickford, Essex, with travel to major tournaments and events across the UK and USA.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From £25,000.00 per year
Work Location: In person
