Marketing & Communications Manager

Job Summary

Exciting opportunity for a Marketing & Communications Manager to join the team behind The TV Festival and the TV Foundation. The ideal candidate will have a passion for television, a proven track record in marketing and managing engaging content and the ability to craft compelling campaigns.

Job Description

We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Marketing & Communications Manager to join the team behind The TV Festival and the TV Foundation.

The appointment comes at a significant moment in the organisation's history. Following a competitive review of future host cities, the Festival will relocate to Manchester from 2027 onwards, marking the beginning of a new chapter for one of the UK's leading screen industry events.

The TV Festival brings together the TV industry, featuring captivating discussions, masterclasses, and panels, as well as networking opportunities and social events.

The TV Foundation, the charitable umbrella of The TV Festival, remains dedicated to making TV open to all; a place where new perspectives, ideas and stories thrive.

You will work closely with various departments and report to the Commercial Director. The ideal candidate will have a passion for television, a proven track record in marketing and managing engaging content on various platforms, and the ability to craft compelling campaigns.
Key Responsibilities:

Marketing

Manage multi-channel marketing campaigns for the TV Festival and TV Foundation.
Create and implement the marketing strategies for both the TV Festival Foundation.
Oversee the development and creation of content, including newsletters, social media posts, podcasts, website, Substack and YouTube, ensuring consistent and quality messaging across platforms.
Manage and grow all social, marketing and video and audio accounts.
Collaborate with all teams to effectively promote key programming, speakers and initiative announcements.
Monitor and analyse marketing and PR campaigns, providing insights and recommendations for future strategies based on data-driven analysis.

Account Manage our in-kind, media and marketing partnerships.
Approach and contract new media partners aligned with our marketing strategies.
Work with the Partnerships Manager to develop co-branded marketing for all Festival partners

Job Requirements

Essential:

5+ years' experience in marketing ideally within the media, entertainment, or non-profit sectors.
Strong organisational and admin skills, with the ability to work in a fast-paced environment and balance multiple deadlines and projects.
Great interpersonal skills, able to build relationships with wider team members.
Strong understanding of digital marketing strategies and tools
Proficient in using Content Management Systems, preferably Airtable, Canva, Adobe Suite and Microsoft Office.
Excellent writing, editing, and communication skills, with a talent for crafting engaging narratives
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment while meeting deadlines.
Passion for television and a commitment to promoting diversity and new talent within the industry.
Managing designers and liaising with external agencies
Commitment to The TV Foundations values and objectives.
Desirable:
Experience running corporate YouTube or Social Media accounts

Job Responsibilities

Marketing

Manage multi-channel marketing campaigns for the TV Festival and TV Foundation.
Create and implement the marketing strategies for both the TV Festival and the TV Foundation.
Oversee the development and creation of content, including newsletters, social media posts, podcasts, website, Substack and YouTube, ensuring consistent and quality messaging across platforms.
Manage and grow all social, marketing and video and audio accounts.
Collaborate with all teams to effectively promote key programming, speakers and initiative announcements.
Monitor and analyse marketing and PR campaigns, providing insights and recommendations for future strategies based on data-driven analysis.
Marketing Partnerships

Account Manage our in-kind, media and marketing partnerships.
Approach and contract new media and marketing partners aligned with our marketing strategies.
Work with the Partnerships Manager to develop co-branded marketing for all Festival partners.

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Job Overview

Job Title: Marketing & Communications Manager
Salary: £30k-£40k (pro-rata)
Hours: Part time
Artform: Festival
Role: Marketing & Digital
Contract: Contract
Closing date: Mon, 31 Aug 2026
Location:

London

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Job: Marketing & Communications Manager

Organisation: The TV Festival

Postcode: EC1R 3BX

How to Apply

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Contact name: The TV Festival
Contact email: [email protected]

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About The TV Festival

The TV Festival is one of the most prestigious media events in the UK. The Festival is famous for its provocative, informative and entertaining sessions, all created by seasoned TV producers ensuring they are of the highest quality and relevance. Offering more than 60 keynotes, debates and masterclasses, plus scores of networking opportunities, we draw around 2200 professionals from across the globe.

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