FAQs
What does the role of a Social Creative at Sainsbury’s involve?
The role involves developing and delivering compelling organic social content across brands, predominantly Argos and Habitat, and includes conceptualizing, scripting, and producing social-first ideas to drive engagement.
Which social media platforms will I primarily work on?
You will predominantly work on TikTok, Instagram, Threads, and Meta (Facebook/Instagram).
Is experience in the FMCG industry necessary for this role?
While strong, hands-on experience with social-first platforms within the FMCG industry is essential, experience in other sectors may also be considered.
What type of content will I be creating?
You will create organic social content that is engaging, culturally relevant, and designed to disrupt feeds and drive engagement.
Is there an opportunity for career development and support?
Yes, Sainsbury’s is committed to employee development and offers diverse opportunities for growth within the business.
How is the work environment described?
The work environment is collaborative, fast-moving, agile, and inclusive, allowing freedom to explore new ideas and experiment with different content formats.
Will I be responsible for shooting and editing content?
Yes, you will either shoot and/or edit short-form social content or collaborate with others to bring your ideas to life.
What are the essential skills required for this position?
Essential skills include proven experience in creating organic social content, ability to concept, script and produce social-first ideas, strong storytelling skills, and a deep understanding of social media platforms.
What kind of benefits does Sainsbury’s offer employees?
Benefits include a colleague discount, pension scheme, performance-related bonus, annual holiday allowance, health cash plans, and support for life events such as maternity and adoption leave, among others.
Is there a focus on workplace flexibility?
Yes, Sainsbury’s recognizes the importance of work-life balance and offers flexible working arrangements where possible.

