Digital Social Media Communication Specialist

1 month ago


Malmö, Sweden Ikea Full time

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Date posted: 23/05/

Who you are

What if you could inspire to make everyday life just a little bit better for people all around the world?
The answer is simple: You can. This is what motivates us at IKEA. Were constantly searching to find new ways to inspire people with ideas and solutions that let them live the lives they want.
Do you stay updated on emerging digital trends? Do you know more than most people about interior design, fashion, music, movies, and pop culture in general? Are you constantly busy trying new things, exploring, innovating, and designing new experiences for your (and/or your companys) audiences on social media? Do you have a creative mind and are you motivated by collaborating with others and by exceeding goals? Then keep reading and apply if the role sparks your interest

To our Digital Communications Team within Content Factory, we are now looking for a social media content creator. You know which social media platforms and content formats to use to reach different objectives. You are used to producing content yourself and feel comfortable with everything from writing, image editing, video production, and creating simple animations. You work actively with content performance and know how to track and follow up content on all platforms. You recognize yourself in the IKEA values. They are the compass that guides us in everything we do. Our culture is formed when we put these values into action. Were constantly trying to find better ways to get things done and to bring out the best in ourselves and others.

As a person, we believe you are someone who have:

Proven training in (digital) communications, marketing or equivalent
Proven experience in producing content for social media in a professional context
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Proficiency in social media platforms and their respective best practices.
Experience with graphic design tools.
Basic video editing and animation skills.
Strong understanding of social media metrics and analytics.
Creative thinking and ability to generate innovative content ideas.
Strong organizational and multitasking skills.
Experience from working in a creative team, producing, publishing, and following up content for social media.

You can understand the complexity of the IKEA business and the role of communication as an integrated part of the business. Additionally, you can communicate complex issues and concepts in a simple, clear, engaging, and inspirational way with an IKEA tone of voice.

A day in your life with us

As a Social Media content creator, you will play a key role in enhancing our brands online presence and engaging our audience across various social media platforms. You will be responsible for creating compelling content that resonates with our target audience, aligns with our brand voice, and drives engagement.

This means that some of your tasks will be:

Develop ideas and create content for social media
Collaborate with our creative studio team to align content with overall brand messaging and campaigns.
Produce, publish, and follow-up content for IKEA spokespersons
Participate in creating social plans for our spokespeople
Monitor social media trends, tools, and applications, and apply knowledge to improve content performance.
Analyze content performance metrics and use insights to refine and improve future content.
Stay updated with the latest social media best practices and technologies.
Coach and support leaders and co-workers how to use social media

This role is a permanent contract and will be located in Malmö, Sweden. You will report to the Digital Communications Manager of Ingka.

Together as a team

About Group Communication

Our team is the voice of IKEA. We use words, pictures, and videos to tell the story about IKEA, build our brand, and inspire people with our offer. We bounce ideas back and forth, we challenge each other and we are crazy passionate about communication. Of course, were also the ones who make sure to keep all our co-workers informed, engaged, and connected in a constantly changing business environment.

About The Content Factory

This role belongs to the Digital Communication Team within Content Factory. The Content Factory is where we will come together across Ingka Group to create low-cost and high-quality content and experiences innovate in ways that benefit more of the many and create engagement with the IKEA brand. The Content Factory focuses on end-to-end content creation and deployment across Ingka, and we aim to make sure we have the best possible setup to deliver value and meet brand and customer new demands in an omnichannel reality. This is a place where you can focus on doing your best work. There are no dress codes or closed offices. No day is ever the same. All ideas are welcome. Everyone tries to pitch in when needed, and failures are seen as a way of learning. When you enter the building, we want you to feel that you can inspire billions of people all over the world.

Apply now

If you have questions regarding the role, please reach out to Henrik Åkerberg at . If you have questions regarding the recruitment process or other practicalities, please get in touch with Caroline Markusson at .

We look forward to receiving your application in English (CV and motivational letter) as soon as possible but no later than the 2nd of June . Please make sure to attach your Portfolio showcasing creative social media content to your application.

Studies show that members of underrepresented communities do not apply for jobs unless they are % qualified. If this is part of the reason you hesitate to apply, we would like to consider and give it a chance. Maybe your profile fits our needs much better than you think. [From: Why Women Dont Apply for Jobs Unless Theyre % Qualified by Tara Sophia Mohr, August ]



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