Marketing Assistants

Location: Remote / Scotland (hybrid) – Be United operates a hybrid working model, with team members primarily working remotely and attending in-person meetings and events in Edinburgh, Glasgow, or other locations across Scotland as required.
Rate: £13.45 per hour
Contract Term: Freelance contract (15 hours a week) from July 2026 – 31 October 2026

About Be United

Be United is a Black-led social enterprise based in Edinburgh. We advocate for, nurture and champion Black people working in the performing arts, screen and cultural events sectors in Scotland. We champion equity, creativity, and cultural inclusion through our programmes, events, and partnerships.

We are passionate about building an organisation where everyone feels supported to do their best work, where purpose, collaboration, and care are part of daily life. Working with Be United means joining a small but dynamic team that values innovation, growth, and shared success.

As part of our inclusive employment approach, all Be United contracts are built on fairness and flexibility. We offer clear progression pathways, wellbeing initiatives, and an open culture where every voice matters.

About the Role

We are seeking highly skilled Marketing Assistants to support the delivery of Be United’s marketing, digital communications, and creative media output.

This is a hands-on creative and technical role requiring strong graphic design skills, advanced video editing ability, and a solid understanding of administrative processes and organisational systems. The postholder will provide dedicated support to a specific department, while working closely with the Marketing, Media and Communications colleagues while contributing to the delivery of Be United’s wider marketing and communications objectives.

This position is ideal for a digital creative with strong communication abilities who is passionate about Scotland’s cultural sector and committed to supporting Black communities and creatives. 

Key Responsibilities

Content Creation & Design

  • Create branded digital content, graphics, promotional materials, presentations, and downloadable resources for assigned projects and programmes.
  • Produce and edit short-form video content for social media, events, campaigns, and stakeholder engagement.
  • Adapt existing Be United templates and brand assets for project-specific communications.
  • Support the creation of reports, PDFs, event materials, presentations, and promotional resources.

Project Communications

  • Deliver project-specific communications across social media, email, websites, and digital channels.
  • Draft engaging content including social media posts, newsletters, participant communications, event information, and promotional copy.
  • Schedule and publish content in line with agreed communications plans.
  • Support stakeholder engagement through clear, accessible, and inclusive communications.

Website & Digital Support

  • Update project pages, event information, resources, and content on Be United’s digital platforms.
  • Upload and format content in line with accessibility and brand standards.
  • Support basic website maintenance and content updates as required by the Marketing, Media & Communications Manager.

Event & Campaign Support

  • Support the promotion and delivery of events, conferences, campaigns, and organisational initiatives.
  • Create event marketing materials and digital assets.
  • Capture content during events, including photography, video, interviews, and live social media updates where required.
  • Assist with participant engagement, registrations, and communications.

Administrative & Organisational Support

  • Provide administrative support relating to marketing and communications activities.
  • Maintain organised digital files, content libraries, project trackers, and communication records.
  • Support meeting coordination, note-taking, scheduling, and follow-up actions where required.
  • Assist the CEO and Marketing, Media & Communications Manager with communications-related administration and project coordination.
  • Contribute to reporting, monitoring, and evaluation activities by collecting data, feedback, and engagement information.

Team Working

  • Work collaboratively with project teams, freelancers, contractors, and Be United staff.
  • Ensure all communications reflect Be United’s values, brand standards, accessibility commitments, and organisational priorities.
  • Support the CEO and the wider Marketing, Media & Communications team as required.

Person Specification

Essential Criteria
  • Experience in graphic design within an organisational, creative, or professional context. 
  • Experience in video editing and digital video production. 
  • Proficient use of: 
  • Adobe Photoshop 
  • Adobe Illustrator 
  • Adobe InDesign 
  • Adobe Premiere Pro 
  • Canva 

Or other graphic design and video editing tools. 

  • Experience producing written content, organisational communications, or high-quality content writing. 
  • Experience in website development and content management systems. 
  • Experience producing newsletters and web-ready written content. 
  • Experience managing social media channels within a professional or organisational setting. 
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills. 
  • Knowledge or interest in Scotland’s screen, performing arts, and cultural events sectors. 
  • Appreciation of African, Caribbean, and wider Black diasporic cultures and contributions. 
  • Ability to engage authentically and respectfully with diverse communities. 
  • Strong digital literacy and confidence using online tools and content systems. 
  • Excellent organisational and administrative skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks, deadlines, and priorities.
Desirable Criteria
  • Understanding of accessibility best practices in digital communication. 
  • Event planning is a plus!
  • Knowledge of research and evaluation methods. 
  • Experience gathering analytics, feedback, or impact data. 
  • Experience in marketing, PR, or media roles in creative or cultural settings. 
  • Experience in media outreach or communications for organisations. 
  • Second language proficiency.

We Offer

  • Full training and development support, including access to admin systems and project coordination tools 
  • A friendly, collaborative, and values-driven culture  
  • Flexible and hybrid working options (some in-person attendance at events or meetings required)    
  • The opportunity to be part of an organisation creating real social impact in Scotland’s creative and business sectors 

How to Apply

Please send your CV and portfolio to [email protected], along with a brief email introducing yourself and outlining your interest in the role.

If you have any questions about the application or need this information in an alternative format, please contact us at [email protected].

The deadline for applications is 4th July 2026 at 5pm. 

At Be United, we are committed to advocating for, supporting, and championing Black talent across the performing arts, screen, and cultural events sectors. We welcome and strongly encourage applications from Black candidates and people from all diverse backgrounds.

Be United is supported by Creative Scotland through its Multi-Year Funding programme, the City of Edinburg Council, the Regenerative Futures Fund, alongside Esmée Fairbairn Foundation, which also contributes to our work. The Robertson Trust specifically supports our Producing the Future programme, a 10-week training course for young event producers.