ABOUT THE ROLE
Reporting directly to the Marketing Communications Manager, the Content & Communications Associate will be responsible for all aspects of brand storytelling.
In this role, you will craft, curate, and refine compelling narratives that reflect the brand and resonate with our diverse audiences. Your creative output will span multiple media channels, including digital, print, and video, ensuring a consistent and engaging voice across all touchpoints. You will work collaboratively with our creative, marketing, and design teams to bring our vision to life and enhance our global presence.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
● Assist with developing and executing brand storytelling strategies that align with our
mission, ensuring a consistent and engaging narrative across all platforms.
● Create, edit, and manage content for various channels including websites, social media, press
releases, email campaigns, blogs, and video scripts.
Maintain and update an editorial calendar to ensure timely content production and delivery that.
supports our marketing campaigns and events.
● Collaborate with the design team to produce high-quality, visually appealing content that
complements written narratives.
● Conduct interviews, research, and content curation to gather authentic stories from artists,
partners, and stakeholders.
● Ensure brand consistency by upholding the organisation’s tone, style, and messaging guidelines in every piece of content.
● Coordinate with external agencies, freelancers, and content creators to ensure the consistent
delivery of high-quality content on schedule.
● Monitor content performance metrics and audience engagement, providing insights and
recommendations to continuously optimise our content strategy.
● Support cross-functional projects by providing creative content support for events,
sponsorships, and partnerships.
● Identify striking images that can be used on our website, publications, newsletters and
guest invites.
● Provide support for content on the CEO’s Social Media channels when requested.
● Regularly review and update content strategies based on evolving industry trends, audience
feedback, and emerging technologies to keep us at the forefront of cultural communications.
● Manage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting tight deadlines and maintaining attention to detail.
● Participate in brainstorming and strategic planning sessions to generate innovative content ideas and campaigns that resonate with diverse audiences.
● Ensure all content is received from external vendors as per the video policy guide and all content is filed correctly.
● Other tasks as assigned by the Marketing Communications Manager.
ABOUT YOU
The ideal candidate is a creative storyteller with exceptional writing, editing, and communication skills.
You thrive in a fast-paced environment and are adept at managing multiple projects simultaneously.
Other key requirements include:
● A minimum of 3 years of experience in content creation, communications, marketing, or
journalism, preferably within the art, culture, or creative sectors.
● A strong cultural alignment with our values of excellence, ownership, kindness, integrity -
consistently going the extra mile as a catalyst for change.
● A proven track record of developing compelling content that engages diverse audiences and
builds brand equity.
● Strong creative and analytical abilities, with the capacity to translate complex ideas into clear,
engaging narratives.
● Excellent interpersonal skills and a collaborative mindset, with experience working in
cross-functional teams.
● Outstanding written and verbal communication skills, with meticulous attention to detail.
● Proficiency with digital content tools, and social media management.
● A genuine passion for art and culture, and alignment with our values and mission.
● Ability to work under pressure, adapt to changing priorities, and meet tight deadlines.
● Proficient in Microsoft Office / Google Docs, InDesign or similar design software.
ROLE SPECIFICATIONS
This position is full-time and hybrid, based in Lagos.
HOW TO APPLY
To apply for this position, please send a resume and cover letter, as well as three writing samples. Only qualified candidates will be contacted.
