Current Vacancies

We are looking for a proactive and creative PR and Marketing Coordinator to join our team on a maternity cover contract. This role involves delivering engaging marketing content, managing brand communications, and supporting the day-to-day running of the marketing department at one of the South East’s most popular visitor attractions.

This is a varied and rewarding role, ideal for someone who enjoys content creation, digital design and communication, and PR, with the confidence to manage multiple campaigns and deadlines. You’ll work closely with the Directors and work alongside the Marketing Assistant.

• Contract: 9–12 months (to cover maternity leave)
• Start Date: October 2025
• Hours: Monday–Friday, with occasional weekend work for events
• Reports to: Directors
• Works alongside: Marketing Assistant

Key Responsibilities

Digital Marketing & Content Creation

• Create engaging digital content across all platforms (including website, Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube).
• Design and manage digital assets using Canva.
• Photo and video editing for a variety of platforms including reels for web and social.
• Design and deliver regular email marketing campaigns using online mailing platforms.
• Update, develop, and maintain website content to showcase events, promotions and general Park news.
• Run online competitions and giveaways to extend brand reach.

Social Media & Influencer Management

• Manage day-to-day activity on all social channels, including planning and scheduling content, and community engagement.
• Monitor social media inboxes and comments, escalating where needed.
• Identify and coordinate with bloggers, influencers, and local content creators to help grow reach and engagement.
• Support in managing any sensitive online communications or reputation issues.

Website & App Management

• Use a content management system (CMS) to keep the website up to date with relevant news, offers, and visitor information.
• Coordinate homepage updates, banners, event listings, and blog content to reflect the latest marketing priorities.
• Ensure all website copy and images are accurate, engaging, and aligned with brand guidelines.
• Update and manage content on the Drusillas app, including opening times, maps, events, offers, and notifications.
• Work with internal teams and external developers to flag and help resolve website or app issues promptly.
• Monitor performance using analytics tools to inform content improvements.

Press & Public Relations

• Plan, write, and distribute regular press stories to local, regional and national media outlets.
• Work closely with the zoo keeping team to gather key information and behind-the-scenes content for PR and marketing opportunities.
• Build relationships with journalists and media contacts to maximise coverage.
• Coordinate photoshoots, interviews, press visits, and media requests.
• Monitor press mentions and PR performance.

Campaign Planning & Events

• Assist in planning and delivering campaigns around new attractions, events, and seasonal activities such as school holidays, Halloween and Christmas.
• Support the organisation of press days and internal photoshoots.
• Help coordinate charity and conservation fundraising initiatives and events.

Brand Collateral & Print Marketing

• Graphic design for socials, website, posters, menus, in-park signage, email signatures, and other branded materials using Canva.

General Administration

• Order marketing supplies (e.g. promotional tickets, branded items).
• Attend, and minute, monthly management meetings.
• Maintain marketing calendars, scheduling tools, and asset libraries.
• Support the planning, coordination, and administration of staff events.

Skills and Experience

• Previous experience in a marketing or PR role (ideally in attractions, leisure, tourism, or retail).
• Confident using Canva to design branded marketing materials.
• Experience and confidence in photography and videography.
• Basic photo and video editing skills.
• Strong copywriting and communication skills.
• Experience with social media platforms and email marketing tools.
• Proactive, positive attitude and strong organisational skills.
• Comfortable working independently and collaboratively.

We look to engage staff on a casual basis to work throughout our busy periods; primarily weekends, bank holidays and school holidays with the possibility of some additional work mid-week through the summer months. Team Assistants help out in either retail, catering, admissions or attractions operation. None of these roles have any involvement with the animals.

• The current minimum age for Casual Team Assistant applicants is 18.
• The starting rates of pay per hour are:
  
  • £10.00 for 18-20 year olds
  • £12.21 for those 21 years and over

If this sounds like the role for you, click the button below and complete our online application form - we look forward to hearing from you!