Junior E-commerce Content Specialist — HobbyCrafts and Seasonal Product Team

🏢 ABOUT THE COMPANY

Hobby Lobby was founded in 1972 in Oklahoma, USA by David Green with the mission of providing high-quality crafting supplies, art supplies, and seasonal products to customers. With over 50 years of experience, Hobby Lobby has grown to become one of the largest crafting and home decor retailers in the US, employing over 43,000 associates. Our values-driven culture prioritizes respect, integrity, and kindness, making Hobby Lobby a great place to work. We're now expanding our UK presence, seeking talented individuals to join our dynamic team.

🎯 ROLE OVERVIEW

As a Junior E-commerce Content Specialist, you'll play a vital role in driving online sales by creating compelling product information, product descriptions, and seasonal content for our e-commerce platform. Reporting to the Senior Content Manager, you'll work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless content delivery while meeting business objectives. Your expertise will help elevate the customer shopping experience and contribute to the company's commitment to innovation and creativity.

📋 KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

* Collaborate with Content Managers, Category Specialists, and cross-functional teams to develop and implement e-commerce content strategies

* Create accurate, engaging, and SEO-optimized product descriptions, product information, and category pages

* Design and produce high-quality content for seasonal campaigns, product showcases, and promotional content

* Work with designers to create visual content, product images, and video content for online channels

* Maintain and update existing content across multiple channels, ensuring consistency and accuracy

* Analyze sales performance, website analytics, and customer feedback to inform content decisions

* Support the development and implementation of content governance and workflow processes

* Participate in the training and development of junior team members to ensure knowledge sharing and continuity

✅ REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

* 2+ years of experience in content creation, digital marketing, or e-commerce roles

* Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, English, or related field

* Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, with experience using InDesign, Photoshop, and Illustrator

* Excellent writing, editing, and storytelling skills, with the ability to produce engaging and concise content

* Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with experience working with data and analytics tools

* Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with experience working with cross-functional teams

⭐ PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

* Experience in e-commerce content creation, product information management, or product content development

* Familiarity with content management systems (CMS), such as Craft, Sitecore, or Adobe Experience Manager

* Knowledge of SEO principles and best practices

* Certification in copywriting, content marketing, or digital marketing

💰 WHAT WE OFFER

We offer a competitive salary range of £50,000 - £80,000 per annum, depending on experience. Hobby Lobby also provides a comprehensive benefits package, including company-matched pension scheme, private health insurance, generous holiday allowance, and a dedicated learning and development budget. We prioritize work-life balance, offering flexible working arrangements and regular team social events. As a company, we value continuous growth and learning, providing opportunities for professional development and career advancement.

👥 ABOUT THE TEAM

Our E-commerce Content team consists of 5 members, with various backgrounds in content creation, marketing, and e-commerce. We prioritize collaboration and open communication, working closely with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless content delivery. Our recent successes include the launch of our new website and the development of engaging seasonal content campaigns, which have seen significant sales increases and customer engagement improvements. We're passionate about learning, growing, and improving, always looking for new ideas and innovations to drive our business forward.

📨 HOW TO APPLY

To apply for this exciting opportunity, please submit your resume and a cover letter outlining your relevant experience, skills, and achievements. We look forward to hearing from you. We aim to respond to all applications within 2 weeks.

📋 Job Details

📨 How to Apply

Submit your updated CV and a brief cover letter to Hobby Lobby. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted within 2 weeks of applying.