Digital Content & PR Specialist

Coventry City Council; Coventry; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary with progression

Annual leave 28 days + bank holidays

Local government pension

Lifestyle discounts

Flexible working arrangements

Inclusive Employee Networks

Employee Assistance Programme

Certified training courses

Job summary

Coventry City Council is seeking a Digital Content and PR Officer to shape and share the Council's story using innovative content across channels. You will work within the Communications Team to support campaigns, media relations and audience engagement while upholding brand consistency.

The role emphasizes public sector communications, video/audio skills, and collaboration with councillors and community partners in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in communications, PR or marketing, preferably in the public sector.
• Solid understanding of media relations, campaign planning and audience engagement.
• Comfort with video/audio tools like podcasting or willingness to learn.

Responsibilities

• Shape and share Coventry City Council's story through innovative content.
• Deliver strategic communications campaigns that resonate with diverse communities.
• Coordinate events and VIP visits, ensuring branding consistency and messaging.

Skills

Communications

Public sector experience

Media relations

Campaign planning

Audience engagement

Tools

Video tools

Podcasting

Job description

Coventry City Council is seeking a Digital Content and PR Officer to shape and share the Council's story using innovative content across channels. You will work within the Communications Team to support campaigns, media relations and audience engagement while upholding brand consistency.

The role emphasizes public sector communications, video/audio skills, and collaboration with councillors and community partners in a fast-paced environment.