Digital Content Producer

School of Computer Science and Engineering, Bangor University; Bangor; Hybrid; GBP 26,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent educational institution seeks an ambitious Digital Content Producer to elevate its brand through engaging video and social media content. This permanent role, located in Bangor, requires creating high-quality visual materials to support recruitment campaigns. Candidates must have a strong background in video production and design, proficiency with social media, and fluency in Welsh. The position offers a unique opportunity to enhance the university's online presence and support its brand reputation.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Promotion of Welsh language use

Qualifications

• Candidates should have proven experience producing video and photographic content for social media.
• Flexibility to work irregular hours to meet project needs is essential.
• The ability to speak Welsh fluently is crucial for this role.

Responsibilities

• Plan, storyboard, shoot and edit content for recruitment campaigns and social channels.
• Collaborate with staff, students and external partners for content production.
• Monitor content performance and provide insights for future planning.

Skills

Camera operation

Video editing

Storytelling

Social media proficiency

Team collaboration

Welsh language

Education

2 AS Levels or 1 A Level or NVQ level 3 in a relevant subject

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

Digital asset management systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Number: BU03922
School/Department: Marketing, Communications and Recruitment
Grade: 5
Salary: £26,942 - £29,959 p.a. (Grade 5)
Contract: Permanent
Responsible to: Academic Colleges Marketing Manager
Closing Date: 08 January 2026

Applications are invited for the above permanent, full‑time post within the Brand Team: Marketing, Communications & Recruitment Directorate. We are seeking an ambitious and creative digital content professional to help us become sector‑leading in our approach to brand and recruitment marketing.

Duties will include planning, storyboarding, shooting and editing video and photographic content for recruitment campaigns, web, social channels and other touchpoints. Operating professional cameras, lighting and audio equipment for projects both on and off campus and liaising with staff, students and external partners to coordinate shoots, secure permissions, organise logistics and produce motion graphics and basic design assets to support video and social content, working collaboratively with the Graphic Designer.

Candidates should be educated to A‑level standard or have equivalent relevant experience. The successful candidate will commence as soon as possible. The ability to communicate in Welsh is essential for this post. This role will be located on campus at Bangor. Through our Dynamic Working framework, there will also be the option to spend some time working remotely (though remaining in the UK) to support work‑life balance, which will be discussed further with candidates at interview. Part‑time or job share options are also available.

Applications will only be accepted via our online recruitment website, jobs.bangor.ac.uk. In cases of access issues due to disability, paper application forms are available by telephoning 01248 383865.

Overview

The successful candidate will bring a strong track record of producing high‑quality visual content and will make a positive impact on the profile and understanding of Bangor University for our target markets. This is an exciting opportunity to help drive our brand reputation, support student recruitment and engage our audiences in new and authentic ways.

Purpose of the Job

The Digital Content Producer will be responsible for creating engaging, high‑quality video and authentic short‑form video for web and social platforms, that brings Bangor University’s brand to life. Working closely with the Brand Team, Student Recruitment, the Social Media Officer and the Digital team, the post‑holder will produce visual content that supports student recruitment campaigns, strengthens brand reputation, enhances our online presence, and drives traffic to our website and social channels.

The role will also help shape authentic student and staff stories, working with contributors across the University to highlight the distinct experiences and opportunities Bangor offers.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

• Plan, storyboard, shoot and edit video and photographic content for recruitment campaigns, web, social channels and other touchpoints.
• Operate professional camera, lighting and audio equipment for projects both on and off campus and liaise with staff, students and external partners to coordinate shoots, secure permissions, organise logistics.
• Produce motion graphics and basic design assets to support video and social content, working collaboratively with the Graphic Designer.
• Create and adapt content for social media platforms, web pages and other student touchpoints, translating emerging formats and trends into compelling visual content.
• Work closely with the Social Media Officer to ensure alignment with channel strategy and target audiences.
• Collaborate with Student Recruitment colleagues and the Social Media Officer to plan and produce authentic, student‑generated content, briefing students, supporting them on shoots, ensuring contributors understand project aims, and guiding them through the production process.
• Oversee the University’s YouTube account: uploading, managing metadata, optimising content for reach, and ensuring alignment with brand and compliance standards.
• Monitor and report on content performance (e.g., reach, engagement, click‑throughs, website traffic) and provide insights to the Brand Team to inform future content planning and demonstrate impact.
• Ensure all content meets Bangor University’s brand guidelines, Welsh Language Standards, accessibility requirements (e.g., captions, alt‑text) and digital best practice.
• Maintain the digital asset library: manage file organisation, metadata and version control, ensuring assets are stored according to standard procedures.
• Support the wider Marketing, Communications & Recruitment team with content delivery as required, including updating brand web pages or other brand‑related tasks.
• Provide support for key marketing and recruitment activities of the department.
• Undertake other duties and responsibilities as required by the Academic Colleges Marketing & Brand Manager and other senior colleagues.

Other Duties And Responsibilities

• Participate in performance review and developmental activities.
• Comply with the University equal opportunities policies, Dignity at Work and Study Policy and the University’s Welsh Language Policy and Welsh Language Standards.
• Exercise a general and legal duty of care in relation to health, safety and well‑being, taking all reasonable steps to ensure a safe and healthy working environment.
• Comply with all applicable health and safety policies, procedures and risk assessments.
• Comply with relevant legal and financial policies and procedures and be aware of responsibilities in terms of the legal requirements of the post.

Person Specification

Qualifications / Training – Essential

• 2 AS Levels or 1 A Level or NVQ level 3 in a relevant subject area or equivalent relevant experience.

Qualifications / Training – Desirable

• Evidence of continuing professional development.

Experience / Knowledge – Essential

• Proven experience producing video and photographic content from concept to delivery, including scripting, storyboarding, filming, interviewing and editing for web and social channels.
• Experience creating and adapting online content for a range of audiences and platforms, including social media and websites.
• Flexibility to occasionally work irregular hours (evenings/weekends) to meet project needs.
• Working knowledge of social media platforms and how to implement engaging video or visual content within them.

Experience / Knowledge – Desirable

• Experience supporting or mentoring student contributors or working with user‑generated content.
• Experience producing basic graphic design or motion‑graphics assets (e.g., Adobe Creative Suite: Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign).
• Strong photography skills.
• Experience using digital asset management systems or content management systems (CMS).
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and Office 365 (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams) in a working environment.

Skills / Abilities – Essential

• Competent in camera operation, lighting and audio recording, with practical knowledge of production techniques for different environments.
• Proficient in using Adobe Creative Suite (including Premiere Pro, After Effects or equivalent editing software).
• Strong storytelling skills and understanding of audience engagement across digital platforms.
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects, meet deadlines and maintain attention to detail.
• Strong interpersonal and team‑working skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with staff, students and external partners.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Skills / Abilities – Desirable

• Understanding of how new technologies or digital tools can support the development of web and social content.
• Experience of filming and editing vox pops or interview‑style content.
• Awareness of current developments and trends in digital and social media, including short‑form and authentic video formats.

Additional Essential Requirement

• The ability to speak and write Welsh fluently in a wide variety of situations is essential for this post.

Equality and Diversity

We are committed to supporting and promoting equality and diversity and to creating an inclusive working environment. We believe this can be achieved through attracting, developing, and retaining a diverse range of staff from many different backgrounds. We strive to develop a workforce from all sections of the community regardless of sex, gender identity, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, trans identity, relationship status, religion or belief, caring responsibilities, or age. We promote and facilitate the use of the Welsh language through our progressive Welsh Language Policy. We comply with the Welsh Language Standards and are committed to equality of opportunity. You are welcome to apply for any job in English or Welsh and all applications submitted will be treated equally.

We are a member of Advance HE’s Athena SWAN Gender Equality charter and hold a Silver award in recognition of our commitment to and progress towards gender equality within the University’s policies, practices and culture. We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer.

All members of staff have a duty to ensure their actions are in line with the overall environmental aims of the University and minimise their environmental impact.

All offers are made subject to proof of eligibility to work in the UK and receipt of satisfactory references. We have a legal responsibility to ensure that you have the right to work in the UK before you can start working for us. When you apply for this post you will be required to explain the basis upon which you believe you will be able to live and work in the UK legally on the commencement date of the role should your application be successful. If you do not have the right to work freely in any position in the UK already, any offer of employment we will make to you will be subject to you obtaining a right to work visa.

In the event of applications being received from candidates on the University’s Redeployment Register with a reasonable skills match to the post specification, these applicants will be given prior consideration.