Digital Communications Placement

HABERDASHERS' ACADEMIES TRUST SOUTH; London; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational trust in London is offering an 8-month internship for a Digital Media and Communications Intern. This role involves supporting the Trust’s digital communications strategy, creating engaging content, and enhancing social media presence. The intern will work closely with the Director of Communications to develop professional skills in a dynamic environment. Ideal for those looking to gain hands-on experience in digital media and content creation while contributing to impactful projects.

Qualifications

• Experience in digital media and communications.
• Ability to develop social media strategies.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategies for social media growth.
• Create engaging digital content including graphics and videos.
• Assist in designing newsletters and podcasts.

Skills

Social Media Strategy

Content Creation

Stakeholder Engagement

Digital Media

Analytics

Job description

Placements provide structured work experience and the opportunity for you to enter the workplace, discover what it is like to work in a particular career sector, whilst developing useful skills and applying these in a real-life work context. This placement opportunity offers the successful candidate the chance to gain practical experience in digital media, communications and content creation in an educational setting, to develop professional skills in social media strategy, analytics and stakeholder engagement and contribute to impactful projects, whilst building a strong portfolio of work.

As part of an 8-month placement, the Digital Media and Communications Intern will play a key role in supporting the Trust’s digital communications strategy. The intern will work closely with the Director of Communications, gaining hands-on experience in digital media and content creation while contributing to our mission to connect and engage with our diverse audiences effectively.

Key Responsibilities

Social Media Growth & Engagement:

• Develop and implement creative strategies to grow the Trust’s social media following and engagement across platforms (LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, X), exploring opportunities for a presence on other platforms.
• Monitor, analyse, and report on social media performance, adjusting strategies as needed.

Digital Content Creation:

• Plan, design, and produce engaging digital content, including graphics, videos, and infographics, tailored to target audiences.
• Write blogs and articles to share key updates, success stories, and insights from the Trust and its schools.

Newsletter Support:

• Assist in curating and designing regular newsletters for parents, staff, and stakeholders, ensuring they are visually appealing and engaging.
• Podcast Development:
• Collaborate on the planning, production, and promotion of podcasts that align with the Trust’s values and goals.
• General Digital Communications:
• Support all digital communications initiatives, ensuring consistency in branding and messaging across platforms.
• Explore innovative ways to utilise digital tools to enhance audience engagement and reach.

Staff Development

Our staff are important to us. We know that without great staff, our children will not be as successful. Therefore, Professional Learning is key to our success. As a new employee within the Trust, you will be supported by the Senior Directors of People and Professional Learning, alongside your line manager to realise your full potential.

How to Apply:

Please send a CV and covering letter outlining how you feel your experience would suit this placement via the button below. Please include links to any portfolio work that you feel would strengthen your application.

For more information about this placement opportunity, please contact Trust Recruitment Lead Yas Affum on [e-mail]