Digital Manager

ROYAL ARMOURIES MUSEUM; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative museum is seeking a Digital Manager to lead the charge in creating engaging digital experiences. This exciting role involves overseeing a talented team, developing high-quality content, and utilizing user-centered design principles to connect with diverse audiences. You'll have the opportunity to shape how history is presented online and in-gallery, ensuring accessibility and inclusivity are at the forefront of your work. Join a collaborative environment where creativity thrives, and help bring the past to life for a digital audience. If you're passionate about storytelling and digital innovation, this role is for you.

Qualifications

• Experience in video, web, or multimedia content production.
• Strong leadership and project management skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead digital content creation across various platforms.
• Manage a team of digital specialists and oversee performance.

Skills

Digital Content Production

Project Management

User-Centered Design

Communication Skills

Accessibility (WCAG 2.2 AA)

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

Content Management Systems

Digital Analytics Platforms

Drupal

GA4

SEO

HTML/CSS

Job description

Location: Leeds / Hybrid (3 days onsite, 2 days remote)

Hours: Full-time (36 hours/week), Permanent

Are you a creative digital leader with a passion for storytelling and audience engagement? The Royal Armouries Museum is looking for a Digital Manager to help shape the future of how we present our national collection online and in-gallery.

This is a unique opportunity to play a key role in one of the UK’s most important museums, leading a talented digital team and producing compelling content that educates, inspires, and connects with a diverse audience.

About the Role

As Digital Manager, you’ll oversee the development and delivery of innovative, high-quality digital experiences across multiple platforms — including our website, galleries, and social channels. From digital trails and videos to long-form storytelling and podcasts, you’ll lead projects that bring the Royal Armouries’ stories to life in fresh, accessible ways.

Working closely with the Digital Programme Manager and cross-departmental teams, you’ll champion user-centred design, accessibility, and digital best practices.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead digital content creation across the Royal Armouries’ sites and platforms
• Manage and support a team of digital specialists
• Oversee the Royal Armouries website and develop new digital products Collaborate with marketing, exhibitions, and learning teams
• Monitor and report on digital performance and user engagement
• Support wider staff with digital training and best practice
• Manage budgets and deputise for the Digital Programme Manager as needed

What We’re Looking For:

• A skilled digital content producer with experience in video, web, or multimedia
• Strong understanding of accessibility (WCAG 2.2 AA), UX, and inclusive design Leadership experience, with excellent project management and communication skills
• Familiarity with tools such as Adobe Creative Suite, content management systems, and digital analytics platforms
• A passion for storytelling and public engagement, ideally with experience in the arts, cultural, or heritage sector

Desirable

Experience:

• Knowledge of Drupal, DAM systems, GA4, SEO, or HTML/CSS
• Background in museums or public-facing cultural institutions
• Understanding of GDPR and copyright for digital content

Why Join Us?

At Royal Armouries, we’re not just preserving the past — we’re innovating how it’s experienced. You’ll join a collaborative, supportive team with a shared commitment to accessibility, inclusivity, and storytelling that resonates with today’s audiences.

This hybrid role offers flexibility, creativity, and the chance to shape the digital future of one of the UK’s leading museums.

Apply now and help us bring history to life for the digital age.

Closing date: 19/05/25.