Social Media and Digital Content Coordinator

Squeaky Wheel Promotions; South Oxfordshire; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A forward-thinking promotional agency based at Harwell Science and Innovation Campus is seeking a Social Media and Digital Content Coordinator. This role involves creating and managing engaging digital content for various online platforms. The candidate should have experience in social media content creation, videography, and excellent communication skills to convey scientific topics to broader audiences. The position offers flexible hours and an excellent benefits package.

Benefits

26 days annual leave

Volunteering days

Flexible working hours

Defined benefit pension scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in writing content for social media.
• Strong knowledge of photography and visual asset creation.
• Ability to present information to non-scientific audiences.

Responsibilities

• Draft written content optimized for social media channels.
• Create photography and video content.
• Design digital content templates.
• Manage social media community engagement.
• Monitor online comments and conversations.

Skills

Content creation

Social media management

Photography

Videography

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

MS Office

Canva

Photoshop

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

£32,363 to £34,429 per annum

Harwell Science and Innovation Campus, Oxfordshire primarily based onsite / some home working available

Full time / Flexible hours considered

2 Years

Reference: 11662

About Us

Diamond Light Source is one of the worlds most advanced scientific facilities. Were home to the UKs synchrotron light source a giant microscope producing beams of light 10 billion times brighter than the sun. Probing the structure and composition of matter, our work drives innovation in everything from vaccines to nanotech.

About The Role

We now have an opportunity for a Social Media and Digital Content Coordinator on a 2-year fixed term basis to create, edit and produce digital content, particularly videography optimised for our online communications channels.

The key focus of the role is the production and creative support of digital content assets, visual and written, under the direction of the Corporate Communications strategy.

Key Responsibilities Will Include

• Drafting written content optimised for Diamonds social media channels
• Photography / Video creation for Diamond to support daily social media content
• Designing brand-relevant digital content templates under the guidance of the Corporate Communications Team Manager
• Videography creation and editing to support events and engagement activities
• Supporting the corporate communications team with social media community management and engagement
• Monitoring comments and conversations online
• Identifying and tagging relevant accounts and organisations for interaction
• Researching and suggesting new online opportunities
• Producing regular reporting and analysis of online platforms and performance
• Assisting colleagues in the engagement team with event support and digital content creation
• Attending events and Open Days where appropriate
  
  

About You

The successful candidate will have a Bachelors degree, equivalent or relevant experience.

We are looking for someone with experience writing content for social media, with strong working knowledge of photography and visual asset creation.

You will demonstrate excellent presentation and communication skills with the ability to make information accessible to non-scientific audiences in an engaging way.

Candidates will be capable users of MS Office software, and in particular Outlook and access packages. Working knowledge of Canva, Photoshop, Adobe creative suite is desirable.

Benefits

Diamond offers an exceptional benefits package to support staff in achieving a positive work/life balance. This includes 26 days annual leave plus Christmas closure, public holidays, 2 annual volunteering days and flexible working hours. We also offer an excellent defined benefit pension scheme. Staff also have access to a range of amenities on site including a nursery, cafes, a restaurant and sports and leisure facilities. A relocation allowance may also be available where applicable.

To Apply

Please use the online application process to apply and tell us why you believe you are suitable for this role.

The closing date for applications is 17th August, however, we encourage early applications as some candidates may be interviewed before this date.

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