Head of Content- Bar/Drink Sector within Global Publisher
West Sussex- 2-3 days working in office
c£70-75k plus benefits
Well-known and respected publisher now seeking a skilled and experienced content expert with excellent writing, presenting and organisational skills and an in-depth knowledge of the bar and/or travel sector.
With events taking place across the world, as well as an ever-expanding content output, this is a challenging and exciting senior role within a growing, innovative and international business.
This will be a demanding role requiring you to be able to travel internationally around 15-20% of the time. Once you are in a new area you may be expected to stay for a week at a time. You will however, get the chance to experience some of the world's best cuisine!
Role Overview
- Oversight and responsibility for the portfolio
- Websites, including: content strategy; scheduling; content creation; commissioning and editing (words and images), plus some interviewing and writing
- Input into, and liaison on, PR and communications strategy
- Acting as spokesperson, including in live media interviews
- Hosting of live events – awards show introductions, on-stage discussions, press conferences, dinners etc – where required
Skills required
- Drinks/bar sector expertise essential
- Knowledge of travel and food sectors a bonus
- Organisational expertise; ability to multi-task under pressure
- Strong writing, copy editing and commissioning skills
- Ability to balance audience engagement with sponsor requirements
- Live presenting competence and experience
- Ability to conceive, curate and co-ordinate content for live events
- Experience in dealing with media
- Language skills an advantage