Senior Media Lead

Raytheon Systems; Wokingham; Remote; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in defense and aerospace technology is seeking a Senior Media Lead to manage a team and develop training materials. This role emphasizes creativity, project management, and collaboration in a remote working environment. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in interactive media design and excellent communication skills.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Holiday entitlement

Pension scheme

Bonus

Life assurance

Flexible benefits

Enhanced sick pay

Family policies

Flexible working options

Qualifications

• Experience in creating media content with proficiency in 3D modelling.
• Organized, capable of working independently in fast-paced environments.
• Experience in digital learning or instructional design.

Responsibilities

• Managing a team of Developers and tasks across the Media Team.
• Producing interactive media such as 3D modelling and animation.
• Coaching & mentoring media developers.

Skills

3D modelling

Adobe Creative Cloud

Project management

Effective communication

Education

Qualification in Digital Media

Graphic Design

Tools

Unity

Articulate 360

MS Office

Job description

Date Posted:
2025-05-14

Country:
United Kingdom

Location:
Near Reading

Position Role Type:
Unspecified

Raytheon UK's Courseware and Media Development Capability (CMDC) is looking for Senior Media Leads to support media development for our training materials. This role will be working on a remote basis (working from home).

Main duties include:

1. Effectively managing a team of Developers and tasks across the Media Team.
2. Delegating tasks within the team to leverage skills and develop talent.
3. Collaborating with the Media Leadership team to ensure alignment on quality and direction.
4. Coaching & mentoring media developers and supporting their development.
5. Promoting innovation and Continuing Professional Development (CPD).
6. Producing interactive media such as 3D modelling, animation, eLearning, graphics, 3D printing, photography & videography.
7. Developing media and collateral like storyboards, following development processes and standards.
8. Sharing knowledge and ideas proactively within the team.
9. Modeling a professional, proactive attitude and behaviors.
10. Complying with Raytheon and Customer policies.
11. Performing other reasonable tasks and assisting other areas as needed.
12. Ensuring health and safety for oneself and colleagues.
13. Flexibility for travel within the UK may be required.
14. Fostering a culture of Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) compliance.

The ideal candidate has a background in interactive media design for digital learning, is creative, confident, collaborative, detail-oriented, and experienced in managing projects from start to finish. Good communication skills and a professional attitude are essential.

Essential requirements:

• Experience in creating media content with proficiency in 3D modelling, Unity, Adobe Creative Cloud, or Articulate 360.
• Qualification in Digital Media, Graphic Design, or related field at least QCF Level 4 or equivalent.
• Organized, capable of working independently and in fast-paced environments.
• Experience in digital learning or instructional design.
• Ability to interpret technical and non-technical information visually.
• Multi-tasking skills on multiple projects with deadlines.
• Effective communication with stakeholders outside the media team.
• Experience in managing and developing team members.
• Project management experience and leadership skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office tools.
• Eligibility for SC security clearance.

Desirable requirements include advanced qualifications, extensive experience in managing people and projects, expertise in multimedia training development, and knowledge of web standards and QA procedures.

Benefits include competitive salary, holiday entitlement, pension scheme, bonus, life assurance, flexible benefits, enhanced sick pay, family policies, and flexible working options.

Work culture emphasizes a 37-hour work week, early finish on Fridays, remote/hybrid/site-based work options, and a focus on output over hours.

Raytheon UK is committed to innovation, talent development, and a culture of excellence in defense and aerospace technology, contributing significantly to the UK economy and national security.