Overview
Organisation: The Royal Zoological Society of Scotland
Salary: Starting pro-rated salary of £28,037 or £28,738 (offer based on experience) with future salary progression up to £31,250 per annum
Location: Edinburgh Zoo
About us
The Royal Zoological Society of Scotland (RZSS) is a wildlife conservation charity with a bold vision: a world where nature is protected, valued and loved.
Edinburgh Zoo and Highland Wildlife Park are our gateways to the natural world through which people can experience nature.
How you you’ll contribute to our mission
Deliver high-quality, engaging multimedia content, including videography, photography and graphics, to maximise audience engagement, brand visibility and commercial performance and strengthen our reputation as a global leader in conservation, science and community engagement.
Responsibilities
* Deliver engaging social media content for Edinburgh Zoo, Highland Wildlife Park, and RZSS initiatives, covering conservation, fundraising, membership, events, and visitor experiences
* Produce high-quality, impactful multimedia content, including videography, photography and graphics, tailored to diverse platforms and audiences
* Collaborate with colleagues across RZSS to deliver compelling campaigns
* Maintain consistency with brand guidelines and ensure content meets accessibility standards
* Provide daily support in monitoring, scheduling and responding on social media channels
* Identify and manage reputational risks, protecting organisational credibility and trust
* Support communications preparedness for major incidents, including emergency protocols, training and crisis response planning
* Track performance, analyse KPIs, and deliver actionable insights to strengthen reach, engagement, and impact
What we’re looking for
* Degree-level education or equivalent experience
* Deep understanding of social media platforms, trends and analytics
* Strong content creation (copy, graphics, videography and photography)
* Social media management and audience growth
* Experience of planning and delivering social media campaigns
* Experience of managing multiple projects and deadlines
Please see the role profile for further information on what the role involves and essential/desirable criteria.
What you’ll get in return
* Starting pro-rated salary of £28,037 or £28,738 (offer based on experience) with future salary progression up to £31,250 per annum
* 37.5 working week (5 over 7/ variable days)
* 34 days annual leave (pro rata)
* Discount in both retail/catering
* Access to a healthcare plan
* Access to Employee Assistance Programme (EAP), that provide 24-hour counselling and support, including health, legal, finance, wellbeing and family advice
* Employer contributory pension scheme
* You will receive a staff membership which will give you (and family/friends) free (and discounted) entry to both the Highland Wildlife Park and Edinburgh Zoo as well as a number of other Zoo’s across the UK.
Please see the role profile for further information on what the role involves and essential/desirable criteria.
If this role excites you and aligns with your career aspirations, click APPLY now.
This role is subject to standard pre-employment checks, including the candidate’s right to work in the UK and Basic Disclosure check.
Additional information
Please note that shortlisting of applications and interviews for this position will take place while the advert is live. The advert will close once a successful candidate has been found.
Interested candidates are therefore encouraged to submit applications, as soon as possible.
The Royal Zoological Society of Scotland is an equal opportunities employer. Our policy is to recruit a diverse workforce following the guidelines of the Equality Act 2010.
Application Deadline: Tuesday 03/02/2026
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