Digital Curation Exec

ENGINEERINGUK; London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Digital Curation Executive to enhance viewer engagement through innovative content strategies. In this dynamic role, you will curate and present VoD content while collaborating with various teams to drive habitual usage. Your expertise in editorial merchandising and content management systems will be essential to succeed. If you have a passion for TV content and a knack for data analysis, this is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact in the digital landscape of broadcasting.

Qualifications

• Experience in editorial merchandising, scheduling, or curation in streaming or related fields.
• Understanding of on-demand scheduling and rights management.

Responsibilities

• Curate engaging VoD content to grow viewership and habitual use.
• Coordinate with third-party platforms for editorial opportunities.

Skills

Editorial Merchandising

Content Management Systems

Data Analysis

A/B Testing

Excellent Communication

Tools

Whats'ON

Performance Data Tools

Excel

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Description

Our Team

The Digital Curation team devises and implements content curation strategies across our VoD estate to increase viewing, users, and drive habitual usage across our services.

Purpose of the role

This role is responsible for the day-to-day curation and presentation of VoD content to engage and retain viewers and increase habitual use. The Digital Curation Exec collaborates with digital, Tech & Ops, Marketing, Programming, Media Planning teams and liaises with platform partners to secure editorial support. You will also assist with scheduling, running, and expanding UKTV's FAST channels.

What we would like you to bring to the role....key experience, knowledge, skills & personal qualities

Experience

• Experience in editorial merchandising, scheduling, planning, or curation within streaming, VoD, broadcast, FAST channels, or related fields.
• Experience with content and schedule management tools, social media management, and using performance data to enhance VoD content discovery.
• Experience working in Agile environments and cross-functional teams is advantageous.

Knowledge

• Understanding of on-demand scheduling, rights management, and the VoD landscape.
• Knowledge of UKTV's brands, content, audiences, and competitors.

Skills & personal qualities

• Experience with Content Management Systems and Broadcast Management Systems like Whats'ON.
• Experience with A/B Testing tools, excellent numeracy, and strong IT skills, especially Excel.
• Ability to manage complex information, analyze data, and work across multiple brands and genres.
• Excellent communication skills, proactive attitude, and ability to work under deadlines in a dynamic environment.
• Passion for TV content, strong editorial judgment, and awareness of VoD trends.

What you will get to work on....key outputs and responsibilities of the role

• Curate engaging VoD content, including exclusives, catch-up, boxsets, and classics, to grow viewership and habitual use.
• Support the Digital Curation Lead in planning and executing curated collections and stunts.
• Coordinate with third-party platforms and TV partners for editorial opportunities and support.
• Distribute weekly highlights newsletters and manage content planning calendars.
• Implement multi-variant testing of VoD content and analyze results.
• Assist with content roadmaps, understand content pipelines, and stay updated on VoD trends.
• Manage FAST channels, support launches, and create programmes in Whats'ON.
• Contribute to feature improvements, system upgrades, and collaborate with marketing and other departments for promotional activities.
• Support the Digital Curation Lead and handle ad-hoc projects to ensure efficient content management.

About UKTV

UKTV has been a leader in branded television for over 30 years, offering a range of channels and content across various platforms, including free streaming services and FAST channels. UKTV is committed to British creativity and works with new and established talent. It is part of BBC Studios and the BBC.

Company

Company info

Telephone: [phone]

Location: 10 Hammersmith Grove, London, W6 7AP, United Kingdom

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