The Tolkien Society
Freelance Marketing & Communications tender
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Freelance Marketing & Communications Tender
Organisation
The Tolkien Society
Location
UK-based (fully remote)
Contract Length
6 Months (with potential extension due to organisational need)
Time Commitment
- Flexible working arrangement
- Averaging 3 days per week
- Attendance at some evening and weekend events may be required
Rate
£175 per day (Total contract value: £13,650 inclusive of VAT)
About The Role
The Tolkien Society is an educational charity and the UK’s largest literary society, with an international membership spanning over 65 countries. We dedicate ourselves to promoting research into the life and works of J.R.R. Tolkien. As we enter an exciting new chapter, including a major rebrand, new website and expanded our engagement worldwide, we’re seeking an experienced marketing and communications freelancer to help shape how The Tolkien Society connects with members, supporters, and the wider public around the world.
The Opportunity
You will take ownership of the Society’s "voice" across all primary engagement channels and platforms, helping us move from ad-hoc volunteering to a strategic, measurable, and integrated marketing and communications model.
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Key contract deliverables include:
- Channel Management: Oversee day-to-day content for Facebook, X, Instagram, Threads, email marketing, and website updates.
- Strategy & Insights: Review current engagement and develop a 12-month rolling content calendar aligned with major events (e.g., Oxonmoot, Westmoot, Sarehole Festival, and Tolkien Reading Day).
- Analytics: Establish and maintain performance metrics for all channels to report success and recommendations to the CEO.
- Brand Implementation: Support the rollout of our new visual identity consistently across all member touchpoints.
- Paid Media: Manage paid social activity including Google AdWords and Meta to boost membership and public event awareness.
- Volunteer Collaboration: Build positive relationships with key volunteers, including our internal Designer and Discord moderators.
About You
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We need a self-starter who can hit the ground running. While deep expertise in Tolkien’s lore is a wonderful bonus, it is not essential—your marketing pedigree and communication skills are what matter most.
Why Join Us?
This is an opportunity to play a pivotal role in shaping the public face of a globally recognised literary charity. You will work with a passionate community, influence an upcoming major rebrand, and help secure the financial resilience of the Society.
How to Submit a Tender
To download the full tender document and compliance form, please visit our website www.tolkiensociety.org.
Please submit your proposal in PDF format to recruitment@tolkiensociety.org with the subject line "Marketing and Communications tender". Your proposal must follow the submission guidelines set out in the tender document.
- Tender application deadline: 11:59 PM on Friday 4 September 2026. Late submissions will not be accepted.
- Interviews: W/c 14 September 2026
Direct Applications ONLY
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