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PLUGGED – Content & Social Media Assistant Vacancy title: Content & Social Media Assistant Vacancy type: ad-hoc / freelance / remote working Fee: Fixed fee of £320 depending on experience Duration: Approximately 4 hours per week for 8 weeks Start Date: ASAP Location: remote
ABOUT PLUGGED
Plugged is a music initiative encouraging wide participation in music making using technology. Through live events and workshops we encourage creative collaborations, connecting music-makers, young participants, and audiences from all musical and cultural backgrounds.
Plugged is managed by musicians and artists based in East London. The project has received funding from Arts Council England to run a series of events both online and in real life. Venue partners have included One Hoe Street, KukooLala Cafe and Trap Taproom on the Ravenswood Estate. More info here: www.plugged.org.uk
THE ROLE
The Content and Social Media Assistant will work with the Plugged team to help manage social media, promoting forthcoming events.
Key responsibilities include:
- Assist with planning social media campaigns to reach our targeted audiences and increase our project awareness.
- Research community groups, influencers and potential collaborators for cross-promotion, and maintain a marketing database.
- Assist with the collation of promotional material and writing copy; write and design weekly posts, research content ideas, and set up Facebook events. – Manage social media engagement. Support with the Facebook and YouTube live streams.
- Assist with placing advertisements using Facebook Business Suite.
- Assist with evaluating social media campaigns.
Barbican
Two paid apprenticeship roles opening up in the Creative Learning team at the Barbican (deadline 3rd Feb):
Creative Learning Apprentice (Young People and Families)
Creative Learning Apprentice (Schools)
To qualify, applicants will need to be:
• 16 or over by the end of the summer holidays
• Living in England
• Not in full-time education at the time of applying
Business Grants
On 21 December 2021, the Government announced the introduction of further grant support for hospitality, leisure and accommodation businesses in England and applications for this grant are now open until 28 February 2022.
https://www.walthamforest.gov.uk/businesses/business-grants
Patrick King Timpani Masterclass
30/1/22 16.00-17.30 – Zoom
An interactive masterclass with Patrick King, the Principal Timpanist of the Welsh National Opera. Learn first-hand about his musical journey, experiences and what its like to play in a world-leading Orchestra. With a Q&A session giving you the chance to ask your timpanistic questions! Open to everyone aged 18 and under & delivered via Zoom, RSVP for free: https://www.percworks.co.uk/event-details/patrick-king
Composition Short Course
Featuring Ivan Trevino, Dani Howard, Will Edwards & John Barron
19th-20th February 10.00-16.00 – Zoom
Join PercWorks for a weekend of composition masterclasses & 1-1 sessions led by world-class composers, Ivan Trevino, Dani Howard & Will Edwards as well as industry-leading notation expert, John Barron from Dorico. All sessions are free, open to young musicians aged 18 and under and delivered via Zoom. A must for all students studying GCSE & A Level music! To sign up now visit: https://www.percworks.co.uk/event-details/compositionshortcourse This event is supported by ABRSM, Black Swamp Percussion & Arts Council England.
PercWorks Percussion Ensemble
Continues Sundays in Term Time – Zoom
Our flagship digital percussion ensemble, rehearsing weekly & working on all areas of repertoire, technique & musicianship! If you’re aged 11-18 and Grade 5+ standard please email us to join! Our next rehearsal Sunday 23rd January, 15.00-16.00. Email: director@percworks.co.uk & find out more here: https://www.percworks.co.uk/percensemble
PercWorks Digital Drumline
Continues Sundays in Term Time
Our flagship digital Drumline, rehearsing weekly & working on all areas of repertoire, technique & musicianship! Open to drummers & percussionists. If you’re aged 11-18 and Grade 5+ standard please email us to join! Our next rehearsal is Sunday 23rd January, 16.00-17.00. Email: director@percworks.co.uk & find out more here: https://www.percworks.co.uk/digitaldrumline
