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Job Description

Are you a creative digital strategist with a passion for food, culture, and live events? The Flavours Festival 2025 team is looking for an experienced Social Media & Content Manager to lead our online storytelling, drive community engagement, and ensure our digital presence is as flavourful as our festival.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute a multi-platform social media strategy (Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, X, LinkedIn)
• Create and curate engaging, on-brand content including video snippets, behind-the-scenes moments, chef features, and sponsor highlights
  Coordinate with graphic designers, photographers, videographers, and media partners to ensure timely content delivery
• Manage the festival’s social media calendar, copywriting, captions, and daily publishing
• Build and maintain an active online community by responding to comments, DMs, and tagged content
• Drive ticket sales and vendor sign-ups through targeted content, contests, influencer collaborations, and paid ad optimisation
• Monitor performance analytics and adjust strategies based on engagement and conversion rates
• Provide live social media coverage during key pre-festival activities and festival weekend
• Assist with post-event reporting and digital wrap-up

Requirements:

• 5+ years experience managing social media accounts and content for large-scale events, festivals, or lifestyle brands
• Strong copywriting, content planning, and visual storytelling skills
• Proven ability to manage and grow social communities
• Proficiency in content planning tools (Later, Hootsuite, or similar) and basic graphic design tools (Canva, Adobe Suite)
• Experience with influencer management and digital partnerships is a major plus
• Strong understanding of Zambian and regional cultural trends, food scenes, and youth digital behaviour
• Available for on-site coverage during event dates and pre-event activations

What We Offer:

• Competitive project-based remuneration
• Festival access, media accreditation, and branded kit
• Opportunity to shape the online voice of Zambia’s biggest culinary experience
• Work with a creative, fast-paced team producing world-class activations

How to Apply:

Email your CV, portfolio of previous campaigns/content, and a brief cover letter to:
[email protected]
Subject: Application – Social Media & Content Manager – Flavours Festival 2025