Digital Content Creator

Digital Content Creator; Greater London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education provider in London is seeking a Digital Content Creator to develop impactful video-first content. This full-time role involves working closely with students and staff to capture engaging stories. Strong video editing skills and a passion for visual storytelling are essential. Regular travel across UK campuses is required, along with excellent organization skills. This position offers opportunities for ongoing development and mentoring within a creative and inclusive environment.

Benefits

Ongoing development and mentoring

Employee Assistance Programme

Enhanced Maternity and Paternity Pay

Healthcare Cash Plan

Staff Discounts on Short Courses

Qualifications

• Strong video editing skills and a passion for visual storytelling.
• Confidence working with cameras, lighting, and audio capture.
• Experience creating content for social media and digital platforms.

Responsibilities

• Create high-quality video-first content for multiple platforms.
• Manage equipment and coordinate shoots across UK campuses.
• Engage confidently with students to capture authentic stories.

Skills

Video editing skills

Visual storytelling

Confidence with cameras

Experience with social media

Excellent organisation skills

Engaging with students

Tools

Premiere Pro

After Effects

Photoshop

Lightroom

CapCut

Canva

Job description

AD Education UK is hiring for the permanent position of Digital Content Creator based in London.

“Let’s roll camera…”

At AD Education UK, we shape the future of the creative industries.

Through our flagship brands, SAE Institute and ICMP, we deliver industry-focused education to thousands of aspiring creatives across the UK and beyond.

SAE Institute was founded in 1976 and now spans over 40 campuses across 28 countries. In the UK, we offer hands‑on creative degrees across audio, film, games, content creation, VFX, web development and more, all designed to feed real talent into real creative industries.

“Create boldly. Tell stories that matter.”

As our Digital Content Creator, you’ll report directly to the UK Marketing Manager, SAE, and play a key role in bringing the SAE brand to life through video‑first, scroll‑stopping content.

This role is primarily focused on SAE UK, with occasional support for ICMP. You’ll work closely with the Social Media Executive, Graphic Designer, students, academics and campus teams to capture authentic, energetic content that resonates with Gen Z and Gen Alpha.

If you love fast‑paced shoots, creative storytelling and making content that grabs attention in seconds, this one’s for you.

What you will be doing?

Creating standout digital content (video & graphics)

• Leading the creation of high‑quality video‑first content, from short‑form social to longer‑format pieces
• Producing interviews, student stories, course explainers, campus features and event content
• Editing content to a high standard using tools such as Premiere Pro, After Effects, Photoshop, Lightroom, CapCut or Canva
• Repurposing existing footage and student‑created content into engaging short‑form videos
• Capturing photography when required, including portraits, lifestyle, campus activity and events
• Creating supporting visuals such as thumbnails, overlays, highlight slides and social graphics

Working to marketing briefs

• Bringing briefs from the UK Marketing Manager and Marketing Officer to life through strong visual storytelling
• Contributing creative ideas that enhance campaigns while staying aligned with strategy
• Delivering high‑quality, on‑brand content to deadlines
• Collaborating closely with the UK Marketing Manager, with clear opportunities for upskilling and development

Planning, organisation and workflow

• Planning and coordinating shoots across multiple UK campuses
• Managing equipment, logistics, schedules and file organisation
• Maintaining a clean, structured media library with well‑labelled assets
• Balancing multiple projects while staying calm, organised and proactive

Campus and people engagement

• Building strong relationships with students, academics and campus teams
• Confidently engaging people on camera to capture authentic stories
• Spotting content opportunities in classes, workshops, showcases and events
• Travelling regularly to SAE campuses across the UK

Additional content

• Supporting internal communications, explainers, presentations and virtual events when required
• Occasionally supporting ICMP content needs, while keeping SAE as the main focus

“I wanna be the very best, like no one ever was…”

Essential:

• Strong video editing skills and a passion for visual storytelling
• Confidence working with cameras, lighting and audio capture
• Experience creating content for social media and digital platforms
• Excellent organisation and time management skills
• Confidence engaging with students and staff
• Willingness to travel regularly across the UK

Nice to haves:

• Motion graphics or animation experience
• Experience creating content for education, youth or creative brands
• A strong understanding of social‑first content trends

Our Values at AD Education:

Creative, Inclusive, Collaborative, Curious, Industry‑Focused and Student‑Centred.

Every day is different, fast‑moving and creatively driven. You’ll have the space to grow, experiment and develop your craft while making real impact on a global creative education brand.

“Lights. Camera. Benefits.”

• Full‑time, permanent role, 37 hours per week
• London‑based role with regular UK travel
• Ongoing development and mentoring
• A role where your ideas genuinely shape the brand
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Auto‑Enrolment Pension Scheme with Royal London Pension
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Enhanced Maternity and Adoption Pay
• Enhanced Paternity Pay
• Occupational Sick Pay
• Healthcare Cash Plan
• Employee Assistance Programme (Legal & General)
• Group Income Protection (Legal & General)
• Life Assurance (Legal & General)
• Season Ticket Loans
• Ride to Work Scheme
• Staff Discounts – Short Courses 2025‑2026
• 50% off ICMP courses

“Ready to press record?”

If this sounds like you, apply now and help us tell the next chapter of creative education at SAE.

AD Education is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to safeguarding young people and vulnerable adults. A satisfactory enhanced DBS disclosure will be required.