Social Media Content Creator

  • Situ Group
  • Colchester, Essex
  • Dec 11, 2025
Full time Marketing

Job Description

SOCIAL MEDIA CONTENT CREATOR

Overview:

We are currently looking for a dynamic content creator to join our expanding Marketing team! The role will involve both creative and strategic social media aspects to grow our online presence, engage our audience and develop content that aligns with our brand.

About Us

The SITU Group brings together four specialist business divisions within the construction industry:

SITU Construction LTD acting as Principal Contractor, delivering high-quality fit-out and general construction projects across a range of sectors including petrol forecourts, retail and commercial buildings

SITU Energy LTD - delivering full turnkey power solutions with a focus on EV charging infrastructure future-proof renewable energy systems

SITU M&E Ltd delivering heating, ventilation and electrical infrastructure to commercial and public sectors.

Veatu Flooring Ltd delivering specialist tiling and flooring solutions to a broad range of third-party clients

We re passionate about the services we offer and the team that supports us. Together we are shaping the future of both the built environment energy infrastructure through quality, innovation and seamless execution.

Key Responsibilities

Content creation:

  • Develop engaging photo, video and written content for all social platforms (mainly LinkedIn and Instagram)
  • Plan, film, edit and publish short-form videos
  • Create graphics, captions and storytelling assets that enhance our brand identity
  • Maintain a consistent posting schedule and ensure brand voice is followed

Social Media Management:

  • Manage daily operations of all social media channels
  • Respond to comments, messages and community interactions
  • Monitor trends and platform updates
  • Run and analyse social campaigns to drive growth and engagement

Strategy & Planning

  • Develop monthly content calendars and campaign concepts
  • Collaborate with team members to align content with brand goals
  • Track analytics to optimise performance and identify growth opportunities
  • Evaluate competitor activity and industry trends

Brand Growth & Engagement

  • Increase followers, impressions, reach and community engagement
  • Strengthen brand awareness through creative storytelling
  • Stay ahead of platform best practice and algorithm changes

Qualifications

  • Proven experience in social media management or digital content creation
  • Strong skills in photography/video editing (CapCut or similar) and graphic design (Canva, Photoshop)
  • Excellent copywriting and communication skills
  • Ability to work under deadlines and adapt to fast-moving trends
  • Understanding of analytics tools and metrics
  • Creative mindset with an eye for aesthetics and brand consistency

Bonus (not essential but preferred)

  • Experience within the Construction industry
  • Experience with paid advertising (Meta & LinkedIn)
  • Photography lighting and composition knowledge
  • Influencer marketing or UGC experience

About the Candidate

Creative, proactive and tech-savvy

Organised and detail-orientated

Comfortable being both behind and in front of the camera

Passionate about storytelling and digital culture

An out-going personality who enjoys engaging with people

Full UK drivers licence (essential)

What You Will Get

A competitive salary

28 days annual leave

Option of hybrid working (3 days in the Colchester office)

Employer contribution pension

Free parking

Friendly and supporting team