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About the role
We're looking for a dynamic and creative Sports Marketing and Communications Officer to join our award-winning sports marketing team here at the University of Nottingham.
In this role, you'll be responsible for developing and delivering engaging marketing and communication campaigns that raise the profile of University of Nottingham Sport and drive income through promotion of our range of sector-leading facilities, programmes and services.
This role is vital to our ambitious Vision for Sport - to be the best UK university for sport, physical activity and wellbeing.
You'll be a key contributor in making that vision a reality, driving growth and enabling us to raise the profile of University of Nottingham Sport.
Key responsibilities will include coordinating multi-channel campaigns to promote our student and community offer, creating high-quality copy and content for print, web and social media, liaising with design agencies, photographers and videographers and supporting priority department events such as the Nottingham Varsity Series.
About the team
University of Nottingham Sport is one of the leading university sport departments in the country and the current top UK university for team sport. We offer world-class facilities, expert coaching, and an inclusive, inspiring community for students, staff, and the wider public.
Our commitment to excellence is embodied in our state-of-the-art £40 million David Ross Sports Village - a world-class facility designed for athletes, fitness enthusiasts and sports professionals alike.
Our award-winning marketing and communications team work across multiple channels, delivering a comprehensive range of digital, print and in person campaigns.
We focus on producing innovative and engaging content targeted at our intended audience - our UoN Sport Originals series was recently named the British Universities and Colleges Sport (BUCS) Digital Campaign of the Year.
About you-
This is a varied and fast-paced role, perfect for someone with a passion for sport, a flair for storytelling and a commitment to delivering high-quality, audience-focussed communications.
We're looking for someone with proven experience in marketing, communications or digital media ideally within the sport or leisure sector and with strong written and visual storytelling skills, with the ability to tailor messages for different audiences and platforms.
A genuine enthusiasm for sport, physical activity and delivering an excellent student experience is essential.
In return we offer
- A friendly, diverse, and supportive working environment
Generous holiday entitlement of 27 (30) days (or pro rata) plus standard bank holidays and five university closure days including closure between Christmas and New Year.
Our reward scheme grants bonuses of numerous values for excellent work
We are committed to staff development through the provision of training, continued support, and career progression opportunities
You will have access to a range of benefits and rewards, including fitness and health facilities, staff discounts, travel schemes and many more.
To find out more about what we can offer you, follow the link to our benefits website
What next - Further information is available in the role profile.
To apply for this vacancy please click ‘Apply Now’ to complete your details.
Your working hours will be Monday - Friday (36.25 hours per week). We may also consider job share arrangements.
Please contact Kate Rothery at [email protected] if you have further questions about this role.
Please note that applications sent directly to this email address will not be accepted.
