Digital Marketing & Social Media Assistant

Blue Chip Feed is a leading name in the equestrian industry, providing premium horse feed balancers to support the health and wellbeing of horses and ponies. As a small, passionate team with extensive equestrian experience, we are looking for a motivated and self-driven Digital Marketing & Social Media Assistant to come join us. This exciting new role will support the Head of Ecommerce in managing and enhancing our digital presence, including social media, content creation, influencer relationships, and customer engagement. The position is remote or hybrid, depending on the candidate's preference, with a monthly trip to our office in Ashover, Chesterfield, for team meetings. Key Responsibilities: Social Media Management: Plan, schedule, and post engaging content across platforms such as Instagram, TikTok, and Facebook. Monitor and respond to comments and messages to foster community engagement. Identify opportunities to interact with and engage our online community, including influencers. Content Creation: Design high-quality graphics and video content to promote products and campaigns. Capture and edit photos/videos of horses, riders, and products for marketing use. Collaborate on creative campaigns that highlight key products and promotions. Influencer and Brand Ambassador Management: Build relationships with potential influencers and brand ambassadors in the equestrian industry. Coordinate collaborations, including product gifting and campaign initiatives. Ecommerce & Digital Marketing Support: Assist the Head of Ecommerce in email marketing, promotions, and analytics reporting. Help optimise website visuals and user experience. Team Collaboration: Attend monthly team meetings in Ashover, Chesterfield, for 2–3 nights to align on business goals and strategies. Contribute ideas to content calendars and overall marketing strategy. What We’re Looking For: A genuine passion for horses and the equestrian industry is essential. Experience managing social media accounts professionally, particularly on platforms like Instagram, TikTok, and Facebook. Strong graphic design skills (e.g., Canva, Adobe Creative Suite) and video editing abilities. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with creativity in producing engaging content. Organisational skills to handle multiple tasks and meet deadlines. Ability to work independently and bring fresh, innovative ideas to the team. Familiarity with equestrian influencers or trends is a bonus but not essential. What You’ll Need: A qualification in marketing, design, or a related field is preferred but not essential if experience can be demonstrated. Previous experience in social media, content creation, or digital marketing. Basic photography and videography skills. A willingness to travel to Ashover, Chesterfield, once a month for 2–3 nights. Why Join Us? Be part of a passionate, supportive team in a growing equestrian business. Enjoy flexibility in remote or hybrid working arrangements. Play a key role in shaping the company’s digital and social media presence. Develop your skills in a varied, creative, and impactful role. Location: This role can be fully remote or hybrid. Monthly travel to Ashover, Chesterfield, is required for team meetings. Salary: Competitive, based on experience. How to Apply: If you’re passionate about horses, social media, and content creation, we’d love to hear from you. Please send your CV, cover letter, and examples of relevant work (e.g., social media accounts, designs, or videos)