Jono Read

Social Media Lead at the BBC

Jono Read is the Regional Social Lead at BBC, focusing on social media strategy and performance for BBC Local channels. Some key details about his role and background include:

Professional Experience

Jono has been working to improve the performance of BBC Local social media channels. His efforts have led to significant growth:

In 2022, he helped increase referrals by 380% over the year
In 2023, referrals increased again, building on the previous year's success1

Current Role

As Regional Social Lead at BBC, Jono's responsibilities include:

Managing social media strategy for BBC regional channels
Overseeing social media performance and growth
Contributing to regional news coverage on social platforms2 4

Background

Jono is a graduate of the Society, Culture & Media program4
He previously worked as Archant's social media manager and digital editor for The New European, a political newspaper5

Additional Information

Jono is based in East Yorkshire/Norfolk2
He expresses interest in how AI is being used in marketing3
His professional email is jono.read@bbc.co.uk2

Jono Read appears to be a skilled social media professional who has successfully driven growth for BBC's regional social media presence, leveraging his background in media studies and previous experience in digital journalism.