Digital Communications Officer (video-first / short-form content production)

neway international; Greater London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government council seeks a talented videographer to support the 'Making it Happen' campaign. You will create engaging short-form video content that showcases the council's services and stories, ensuring alignment with brand guidelines. The ideal candidate will have strong skills in video editing using Premiere Pro and experience with social media optimisation. This role involves working collaboratively across various locations to deliver high-quality outputs that resonate with the community's needs.

Qualifications

• Experience planning, filming, editing and publishing short-form video content.
• Proven ability to create engaging, accessible and on-brand video content.
• Strong editing skills using Premiere Pro.

Responsibilities

• Plan, film, edit and publish videos for the 'Making it Happen' campaign.
• Develop engaging and accessible video content tailored to audiences.
• Track performance metrics and suggest improvements for campaign impact.

Skills

Video content creation

Editing using Premiere Pro

Social media optimisation

Storytelling

Collaboration

Organisational skills

Job description

Islington Council is committed to delivering high-quality, accessible services that make a real difference to residents' lives. Their vision centres on community impact, transparency, and ensuring every resident feels supported. This role supports the council's high-profile 'Making it Happen' campaign, showcasing frontline services and the people behind them.

The Role

You will play a key part in bringing the 'Making it Happen' campaign to life through compelling short-form video content. Working closely with the Communications and Campaigns team, you will plan, film, edit and publish story-led videos that highlight real services and demonstrate how the council delivers for its residents.

Across ten weekly themes - including street cleaning and recycling, parks and leisure, community safety, new and improved homes, and support for children, young people and local businesses - you will transform briefs into engaging narratives. You will ensure all content aligns with brand guidelines, campaign messaging and accessibility standards. You will also monitor performance and recommend improvements to help achieve campaign goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, film, edit and publish short-form video content for the 'Making it Happen' campaign
• Develop engaging, on-brand and accessible video content tailored to targeted audiences
• Work across multiple locations to capture real frontline services and community stories
• Optimise content for each social media platform using best practice and current trends
• Track performance metrics and suggest improvements to enhance campaign impact
• Collaborate with internal teams and stakeholders to deliver high-quality outputs at pace

Qualifications

• Experience planning, filming, editing and publishing short-form video content
• Proven ability to create engaging, accessible and on-brand video content that reaches targeted audiences
• Strong editing skills using Premiere Pro
• Experience evaluating digital campaigns and measuring their impact
• Knowledge of social media optimisation and platform-specific best practice
• Creative, confident storyteller with the ability to simplify complex information
• Highly organised, collaborative and comfortable working across multiple locations