Salary guide
Content Marketing Manager
- Average salary
- £30,000 – £60,000
- Working hours
- 37.5 hours/week
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- The UK digital sector is worth over £180 billion
Other names this job is known by
- Digital Content Manager
- Web Content Manager
Key responsibilities
- Develop and implement content strategies
- Oversee content creation for websites, social media, and marketing
- Edit and proofread content
- Manage content calendars and workflows
Skills and qualifications required
- Degree in English, media, or marketing
- Experience in content creation or management
- SEO and analytics skills
- Organisation and communication
Promotional job opportunities from this role
- Senior Manager
- Head of Content
- Digital Director
- Consultancy roles
How to get the job
- Study English, media, or marketing
- Complete a relevant degree
- Gain experience in content creation or management
- Progress to senior or management roles with further training
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