The National Association of Writers in Education (NAWE) is seeking a freelance PR and Marketing professional with great social media skills to support us in promoting two areas of work over the coming months: the 2023 NAWE Conference and our 2022/2023 Professional Development programme.
1) NAWE Conference
• March 10-11 2022, online
• Mix of high-profile speakers and panels, presentation of academic research, workshops and discussions.
• Target audience – NAWE members, the UK and international literature and creative writing sector
2) Professional Development programme
• November 2022 – March 2023
• Regional Networking events
• Open Space
• Target audience – NAWE members and the wider sector of writers building portfolio careers.
As well as increasing the reach of our programmes and events, the PR and Marketing activities will build the profile of NAWE in general, with the aim of attracting new members.
This is a flexible freelance role. Although formally based in York, the entire NAWE team works remotely.
The work will take place within usual office hours.
The project is due to start immediately and be completed by March 2023.
Person Specification:
An interest and passion for literature, the arts and culture
Excellent written communication skills
Proven social media experience
A strong network of local and national press and sector contacts
Proven ability to deliver high quality work under pressure, to work efficiently, manage multiple priorities and conflicting deadlines
Ability to work as part of a remote working team
Total fee: £2,400 (8 days @£300 per day)
This opportunity is open to all (NAWE members and non-members).
The full brief is available as a pdf on the right of the page.
Please send an up to date CV or portfolio link and a brief covering letter to Seraphima Kennedy, Director at NAWE if you are interested in the role: s.kennedy@nawe.co.uk
Deadline: 5pm, Tuesday 6 December 2022