Creative & Digital Content Officer

Wyre Borough Council; Scotland; Hybrid; GBP 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexi time

Remote work part of the week

Free parking on site

Local government pension scheme

Generous annual leave

Wellbeing support

Development courses

Job summary

Wyre Borough Council is seeking a Creative and Digital Content Officer to develop engaging visual content across print, digital, and social media. You will shape campaigns, create eye-catching graphics, film and edit videos, and manage social media conversations to connect with the community.

The role supports high-quality visual content, aligns with brand identity, and enhances public engagement for the council. Flexi-time with some remote work is available along with generous benefits.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator).
• Experience in video production and editing for social media.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks effectively.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Assist in creation of graphic design materials for print and digital platforms, aligning with brand identity.
• Support development and implementation of social media campaigns, including content creation and community management.
• Produce and edit video content for use across digital channels.
• Attend council events to capture live content and provide engaging real-time social media coverage.
• Ensure all communications materials meet accessibility standards and reflect best practice.

Skills

InDesign

Photoshop

Illustrator

Video production

Video editing

Social media management

Communication

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

Are you a creative thinker with a flair for design and digital storytelling? Join our dynamic Communications and Visitor Economy team and help bring Wyre’s brand to life!

We’re looking for a talented and motivated Creative and Digital Content Officer to support the development of engaging visual content across print, digital, and social media. You’ll help shape campaigns, produce eye-catching graphics, film and edit videos, and manage social media conversations that connect with our community.

This role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to the development and delivery of high-quality visual and digital content that supports the council’s communications objectives and enhances public engagement.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in the creation of graphic design materials for both print and digital platforms, ensuring alignment with the council’s brand identity.
• Support the development and implementation of social media campaigns, including content creation and community management.
• Produce and edit video content for use across various digital channels.
• Attend council events to capture live content and provide engaging real-time social media coverage.
• Ensure all communications materials meet accessibility standards and reflect best practice.

Skills and Experience:

• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator).
• Experience in video production and editing for social media.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks effectively.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team and meet deadlines.

Desirable Attributes:

• Experience in monitoring and managing social media platforms.
• A portfolio of relevant design work.

This role requires a commitment to upholding the council’s values of professionalism, innovation, collaboration, and customer focus. The successful candidate will be expected to attend occasional out-of-hours meetings and events, including weekends where required.

What’s in it for you?

• Flexi time and the option to work remotely part of the week as agreed with your line manager.
• Generous annual leave allowance. A minimum of 24 days (pro rata) in addition to all bank holidays, rising to 26 days after four years and 29 days after five years local government service.
• Future development – face to face and virtual courses in line with your developmental goals.
• Employee wellbeing support.
• Free parking on site.
• A local government pension scheme, with generous employer contribution.
• The opportunity to work for the local community and make a difference.

Closing date: Wednesday 11 November 2026

Interview date: Monday 23 November 2026