Freelance Social Media & Content Creator

Local, flexible role with Ready Steady Sew

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Ready Steady Sew is a busy, growing sewing school and studio, and we are looking for a local, freelance Social Media & Content Creator to help grow our online presence and community.

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This is a flexible freelance role, not a studio-based position. However, you must be local enough to regularly visit the studio to capture content from classes, workshops and day-to-day studio life.

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We are looking for someone who understands that successful social media is about planning, storytelling and engagement, not just posting content. We are far more interested in building an engaged community than chasing follower numbers.

 

What you’ll be doing

Content creation (in person when needed)

• Visiting the studio to capture photos and short-form video during classes and workshops

• Filming Reels and Stories that reflect real studio life, learning and creativity

• Capturing behind-the-scenes moments, preparation, progress and student wins

• Editing short-form video and images for Instagram and Facebook

 

Content planning & organisation

• Looking ahead at our class, workshop and course schedule

• Forward planning content to support upcoming launches and bookings

• Creating and managing your own content plan around what’s happening in the studio

• Spotting content opportunities in advance, not just reacting on the day

 

Community & engagement

• Writing captions that are warm, clear and aligned with our brand voice

• Encouraging conversation and interaction, not just posting and disappearing

• Understanding what our audience cares about and responding accordingly

 

Online presence & growth

• Maintaining a consistent look, feel and tone across platforms

• Helping us grow our presence across new and emerging platforms, where appropriate

• Identifying opportunities to extend our reach while keeping community at the heart of what we do

 

This role is ideal for someone who:

• Is local and able to visit the studio regularly to film content

• Has an interest in sewing, textiles or making, or relevant experience in a sewing-related business

• Is organised and confident forward planning content

• Has a proven track record of growing an engaged online community, not just followers

• Is confident approaching tutors and students to capture content

• Is reliable, proactive and comfortable working independently

You should be comfortable taking initiative, planning your workload and suggesting ideas rather than waiting for direction.

 

What we’re looking for (experience & skills)

• Experience managing and growing social media accounts for a business or brand

• Strong short-form video skills, particularly Instagram Reels

• An understanding of what drives engagement, reach and connection

• Confidence filming and photographing in a busy, real-life environment

Experience in creative, education or community-led businesses is a bonus.

 

Hours & pay

• Freelance role

• Approximately 2–6 hours per week to start

• £23–£28 per hour, depending on experience and skillset

• Potential to increase hours as the role develops

 

About Ready Steady Sew

Ready Steady Sew is a vibrant sewing school focused on helping people build skills, confidence and community through sewing. Our studio is a welcoming, creative space, and our students are enthusiastic, supportive and genuinely love learning.

 

How to apply

If this sounds like you, please email readysteadysew@hotmail.com or fill in the form below with:

• A short introduction about you

• Links to social media accounts you have managed or grown

• A brief explanation of how you plan and schedule content

• Your availability

We are looking for someone who wants to grow with the business and become a trusted part of the team.

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Applications close at 5pm on Wednesday 11th February 2026. Please ensure all applications are submitted by this date.