Digital Content Officer

Michael Page; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

London University is seeking a Digital Content Officer who blends project coordination with hands-on digital content creation, photography and video work. The role balances strategic storytelling with practical production.

You will manage content projects from planning to publication, develop student and staff stories, advise on accessibility and SEO, and collaborate with marketing to evaluate performance. Hybrid, ASAP start, on-site two days.

Qualifications

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Creative and proactive approach to content.
• Experience in video production and editing, using Premiere Pro.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel).
• Strong content planning, project management and organisational skills.
• Excellent written and verbal English communication, with ability to influence stakeholders.
• Understanding of accessibility requirements and digital best practice.
• Ability to analyze content performance data and translate into recommendations.
• Experience managing digital assets or CMS repositories.
• Ability to work independently within framework and with teams under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Create and deliver multimedia content, including video, photography, graphics and written content.
• Manage content projects from planning to publication, ensuring quality and timely delivery.
• Develop student, alumni and staff stories to support campaigns.
• Provide specialist advice on content, storytelling, SEO, accessibility and best practices.
• Collaborate with marketing teams to plan content, manage schedules and evaluate performance.
• Build relationships with university stakeholders and coordinate external contributors.
• Manage digital assets, ensuring content is organized and compliant.
• Improve production processes and provide guidance to colleagues.
• Coordinate content production and manage incoming queries.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Creative thinker

Video production

Video editing

Content planning

Project management

English communication

Accessibility knowledge

Content performance analysis

DAM/CMS experience

Independent work

Teamwork

Ability to work under pressure

Tools

Adobe Premiere Pro

Creative Cloud

Microsoft Word

PowerPoint

Excel

Job description

The Digital Content Officer is a hybrid role requiring a balance of strong project coordination, administrative and stakeholder management skills alongside hands‑on technical expertise in digital content creation, photography and videography.

A leading university in London

Description

Team Specific

• Create and deliver multimedia content, including video, photography, graphics and written content.
• Manage content projects from planning to publication, ensuring quality and timely delivery.
• Develop engaging student, alumni and staff stories to support university campaigns.
• Provide specialist advice on content, storytelling, SEO, accessibility and digital best practice.
• Work with marketing teams to plan content, manage schedules and evaluate performance.
• Build relationships with university stakeholders and coordinate external contributors.
• Manage digital assets, ensuring content is organised, accessible and compliant.
• Improve production processes and provide guidance to colleagues.
• Coordinate content production and manage incoming queries.

Generic

• Demonstrate the Directorate's values of being inclusive, collaborative and impactful.
• Work in line with university strategy, brand and content standards.
• Build effective relationships and communicate professionally.

Managing Self

• Manage workloads, prioritise effectively and meet deadlines.
• Work proactively, independently and collaboratively.
• Maintain knowledge of digital platforms, content tools and emerging technologies.

Core Requirements

• Comply with university policies and relevant legislation.
• Ensure digital accessibility and WCAG compliance.
• Support the university's sustainability commitments.

Profile

Strong interpersonal skills

Creative and proactive

Video production and editing skills, including Adobe Premiere Pro and associated Creative Cloud applications

Microsoft Office suite to intermediate level including Word, PowerPoint, excel

Strong content planning, project management and organisational skills

Excellent written and verbal English communication skills to be able to write short copy and with the ability to influence and advise stakeholders

Strong understanding of accessibility requirements, content design principles and digital best practice

Ability to analyse content performance data and translate findings into actionable recommendations

Experience managing digital asset management systems, content repositories or content management systems

Ability to work independently and exercise professional judgement within agreed frameworks.

Good team working skills and an ability to work accurately and effectively under pressure.

Job Offer

Interim Digital Content Officer role for a university

ASAP start - 2 days on site

Reporting into the Senior Content and Brand Manager

We are committed to creating an inclusive environment. As an inclusive recruiter we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities and experiences. If you require any adjustments or accommodations during the recruitment process, we'll work with you to ensure you can perform at your best.