Job Description

Based in Manchester, this full-time permanent role will help shape the voice and reach of Manchester City across our social channels. You will create engaging content, support live match coverage and use insights to help grow and connect with a global fanbase.

Who We Are

Manchester City is a football club rooted in East Manchester, with a story that began in 1880 and continues to grow today. Built on resilience, belief and togetherness, success on the pitch is driven by the moments and memories shared with millions of Fans around the world. City is known for its bravery, its determination to the very end and its strong connection to where we come from. With Mancunian roots and a global outlook, we are shaped by our Fans and driven by a long-term vision, from developing future talent to supporting the communities we call home. Together, we are creating the next chapter, the City way.

Within our Content Media team, we create and deliver compelling stories that connect with Fans around the world. Our social media producers work collaboratively across the department to produce distinctive, timely and high-quality content that reflects the Club's identity and keeps our audience engaged every day.

The Role

You will play a central part in producing social content that is creative, timely and relevant across Manchester City’s key social channels. From planning ideas to capturing moments and shaping them into platform-ready posts, you will help ensure our output feels fresh, distinctive and aligned to the Club’s voice.

Day to day, you will support live match coverage, write engaging copy, cut and edit short-form video and photo content, and adapt ideas for different audiences and formats. You will also track performance, spot trends and use data to help inform what we create next.

Working closely with colleagues across Content Media and wider stakeholders, you will turn briefs into well-executed content that meets high editorial standards and supports broader brand and commercial goals. The role suits someone who enjoys collaborating, bringing ideas to life and contributing to a busy creative environment.

What You’ll Bring

⚽ Experience creating, editing and publishing social content across multiple major platforms.

⚽ Ability to write clear, engaging social copy and adapt tone for different audiences and formats.

⚽ Video and photo editing skills, including short-form and vertical content.

⚽ Experience using social analytics to assess performance and inform future content.

⚽ Excellent editorial judgement, attention to detail and awareness of media law and publishing standards.

⚽ A good understanding of football culture, with the ability to work collaboratively and support live publishing in real time.

Why Choose Us

Working at Manchester City means being supported to do your best, with the flexibility and encouragement to look after your wellbeing. We are committed to helping our people learn, grow and thrive in a culture built on collaboration, openness and hard work.

As part of our team, you will receive 26 days’ annual leave plus a day off for your birthday, private healthcare and dental cover, and an annual discretionary bonus. You will also have access to a Health Cash Plan, Employee Assistance Programme with 24/7 GP support, and a company pension and life assurance.

Manchester-based employees also benefit from free on-site parking, complimentary breakfast and lunch, and access to a range of sports and leisure clubs.

You can enjoy a range of additional benefits, including cycle to work, Give As You Earn, discounted match tickets, savings in the City Store, a free City+ subscription, stadium tour discounts, and wider retail and lifestyle offers.

How to Apply

If this role sounds like it is for you, we would love to hear from you. To apply, please submit your application via our careers site bu Sunday 2nd August.

Equal Opportunities

City Football Group promotes equal opportunities in employment and we positively welcome applications from all candidates regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation.

We will screen all applicants and select candidates whose skills and experience seem to meet our needs. We will carefully consider your application during the initial screening and will contact you only if you are selected for an interview. If you require reasonable adjustments or any support throughout the process, please contact hiring@cityfootball.com and we will be happy to help.

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Due to our safeguarding promise, all UK-based CFG roles will be subject to a DBS check upon commencing employment with us. This will be either a basic, standard or enhanced check depending on the job role and responsibilities.