Digital Content & Activation Specialist

We are looking for a Digital Content & Activation Specialist to join our Umbro team in Cologne, Germany. Here at Umbro we do everything football - from performance to lifestyle. We are a passionate group of likeminded individuals and we love what we do, so you’d be joining a team of engaged and talented colleagues. We are looking for someone who can bring innovative ideas, create content and collaborate with the wider marketing team and business.

All the responsibilities we'll trust you with: • Social Media including but not limited to content production, scheduling, planning, posting, monitoring and reporting • Execution of marketing initiatives and strategic collaborations • Activation of our sponsorships with football clubs • Liaise with external agencies and freelancers • Develop relationships with key stakeholders inside and outside of the organisation • Drive innovation • Support of the head of marketing on a daily basis

Requirements, knowledge and expertise that matter most for this role: • Extensive Social Media and content creation knowledge and expertise • Digital Native • Football and/or streetwear addict • Hands-on mentality especially when it comes to content creation • Marketing or sports marketing background • Videography and/or photography expertise • Excellent attention to detail with no compromise in juggling multiple projects at the same time • Experience in managing external agencies and freelancers • Story teller and ability to influence both peers and senior management • Strong decision maker and problem solver • Willingness to drive own projects and create results • Ability to put strategy into action

• Strong German and English language skills, written and verbal • Availability to travel as needed • Permanently based in Cologne, Germany

To apply please send your CV (English version) with work samples and details of salary expectation in your application to [email protected].

About Umbros Wherever there is Football, there is Umbro - since 1924. We provide apparel, footwear and equipment for all players and fans of the game - and also for those inspired by the vibrant culture surrounding Football. We have partnered up with exciting designers to deliver unique collaborations celebrating the DNA of our brand - these include Christopher Raeburn, Henry Holland, SweetSKTBS, Patta, Vetements and Off White.

Around the world we sponsor more than 120 clubs including teams such as Everton, West Ham United, AFC Bournemouth and Huddersfield Town (English ); FC Schalke 04, Werder Bremen and 1. FC Nürnberg (German ); PSV Eindhoven (Dutch ); SM Caen (French ); Heart of Midlothian (Scottish Premiership); Al Ahly SC (Egypt); Girona (Spanish ); Newell’s Old Boys (Argentinean Primera Division); Santos, Grêmio, Cruzeiro and Chapecoense (Brazilian Série A); Independiente Santa Fe (Colombian Primera A); Nacional (Uruguayan Primera División); Herediano (Costa Rican Liga FPD); FC Tokyo and Gamba Osaka (Japanese J1) and Seongnam FC (South Korea).