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.

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.

• 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.

• 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.

• 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.

• 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.

• 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.

• Work collaboratively with project teams, freelancers,…