It has been well documented that, as consumers and users, social media has an impact on our mental health and wellbeing. But what about those who work in the field every day? Working in social media is an ever-expanding and changing discipline and as a relatively new career path, it can be a challenging beast to grapple with. Creating content, mobilising communities and receiving instant and very public feedback can be extremely creative and fulfilling – but when it goes wrong, it can provoke anxieties and compulsions.
In this panel discussion, we’ll explore the highs and lows of working in social media and demonstrate how community managers can equip themselves for a healthier work/life balance. You can expect:
- Lively debate
- Frank personal accounts
- Practical tips and tricks on how to thrive in a career in social media if you are struggling with your mental health
- What to look for in a great job in social media
- Mental health pros and cons of being self-employed
- How to recognise when things are going the wrong way with your mental health when working in social media
- How to look after and protect your wellbeing working in social media
Team members from Off the Record Bristol (OTR) will be at the event, on-hand to offer info and resources to anyone looking to follow-up the conversation after the session.
Off the Record (OTR) is a mental health social movement by and for young people aged 11-25 in Bristol and South Gloucestershire. OTR isn’t just a charity providing mental health services, it’s a mental health movement mobilised to support, promote and defend the mental health, rights and social position of young people. OTR provides information and support around wellbeing, including group work, sessions in schools and colleges, and one-to-one therapeutic support. Find out more at otrbristol.org.uk and @otrbristol