Marketing and Social Media Assistant (Part Time)
Creative Opps
The Marketing and Social Media Assistant role at SLATE Hair Academy offers the opportunity to work at a cutting-edge creative education business. You will develop skills in social media, marketing, admin, customer communication, and more.
SLATE Hair Academy is a London-based hair education academy specialising in professional hair cutting, barbering, colour and styling.
You will work closely with Michael Pitsillides, co-founder of SLATE Hair Academy. Pitsillides’ work has appeared in publications such as Vogue, ELLE, Marie Claire, and The Glass Magazine, and he has worked with Gucci, Burberry, Louis Vuitton, and more.
You will help with the day-to-day running of a creative education business. This varied role will give you practical experience across a broad range of skills. You will also have the opportunity to build a portfolio of social media and creative work produced during your placement.
Responsibilities:
- Manage SLATE’s social channels
- Create content ideas and social media campaigns
- Film and photograph classes, educators, students and finished work
- Keep up with current social media trends and research relevant hair, fashion and beauty trends
- Assist with day-to-day admin
- Create marketing campaigns
- Assist with the smooth running of classes and events
- Help with the daily running of the academy
How to Apply
We are looking for a creative, organised and proactive assistant who is interested in fashion, beauty, hair, social media and creative businesses. This is the perfect role for someone who wants to gain practical experience in a broad range of skills.
You don’t need to be a hairdresser. We are more interested in your attitude, creativity, and willingness to learn.
Eligibility Requirements
To be eligible for this placement, applicants must:
- Be currently resident in the London Borough of Islington
- Have the right to work in the UK
- Be able to commit to completing the full 200-hour placement
- Be available to attend in-person sessions at SLATE Hair Academy
Essential Criteria
- Creative and visually minded
- Reliable, organised and proactive approach to work
- Confident using Instagram and TikTok
- Comfortable taking photos and videos
- Interested in hair, fashion, beauty and culture
- Comfortable using basic computer software such as Google Workspace and spreadsheets
- Good communication and interpersonal skills
Desirable Criteria
- Previous experience in social media, content creation, admin, fashion, beauty, photography or a creative environment would be an advantage, but is not essential
Hours and Pay
- 1 or 2 days per week (to be decided on hiring)
- 200 hours total
- London Living Wage: £14.80
Closing Date: 7 November 2026
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