Student Content Creator

Cardiff Metropolitan University; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Library and digital services access

Subsidised sports facilities

Job summary

Cardiff Metropolitan University is seeking a Student Content Creator to design engaging social media videos and stories that showcase student life in Cardiff and life at the university.

You will contribute by producing content, collaborating with teams, and attending campus and external events to capture authentic experiences for prospective students. Previous video production experience and familiarity with popular social platforms are preferred.

Qualifications

• Experience producing creative social media video content.
• Ability to film and edit short form videos for social channels.
• Familiarity with main platforms used by prospective students.

Responsibilities

• Create and contribute to social media content showing life at Cardiff Met.
• Pitch and develop content ideas with Marketing, Communications and Student Recruitment teams.
• Assist filming and editing of short form video content, on/off camera.

Skills

Video content creation

Video editing

Social media platforms

Team collaboration

Event content production

Tools

Tripods

Ring lights

Microphones

Job description

Student Content Creator

The Cardiff Metropolitan University Brand and Content Team are looking for creative Student Content Creators to create engaging social media content. As one of our Student Content Creators you'll create helpful, informative, and engaging video content to inspire students to study at the University.

You’ll contribute by

• Creating and contributing to social media content, to show prospective students what it is like to live in Cardiff, and study at Cardiff Metropolitan University.
• Pitching and taking on content ideas as directed by various teams within the Marketing, Communications and Student Recruitment department.
• Contributing to the filming and editing of social media short form video content, both in front of and behind the camera.
• Collaborating with other Student Content Creators, as well as staff and students across the University, to create a variety of well informed and engaging content.
• Attending a variety of events on campus and externally to create content and showcase student life as a Cardiff Met brand ambassador.
• Staying up-to-date with social media channels and trends to help inform content planning.

What you’ll bring

You’ll have a good knowledge of Cardiff Metropolitan University, and student life in the city of Cardiff. You’ll have experience of producing creative and engaging social media video content, with an active knowledge of the main social media platforms used by prospective students.

Alongside your Content Creator skills you’ll have an empathy and understanding of the questions prospective students might have when choosing, and coming to, a university, and able to act as a positive and responsible role model. You’ll be able to work effectively as an individual and as part of a team and be able to contribute to collaborative projects where necessary.

Additionally you’ll have

• Excellent time management and organisational skills, and an ability to work to schedules and deadlines.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills, and be able to behave in a professional and respectful manner.
• Some experience using simple short form video content production equipment, such as tripods, microphones and ring lights (desirable).

Interviews

Interviews for the role are planned to take place on Tuesday 13th and Thursday 15th October 2026.

Why join Cardiff Metropolitan University?

We are a values‑based University. We are proud of our culture, and we are there for our people. Our community spirit is the golden thread that underpins our values and behaviours. We support and embrace inclusion that enables everyone to feel respected and able to perform at their best. By joining our University, you'll find yourself in a unique environment where a wealth of knowledge and resources are readily available, supporting you with your career development.

Benefits

• Opportunities to learn and develop your skills with access to library and digital services facilities.
• Excellent sports and fitness facilities with subsidised membership.

E‑EO, Diversity, and Inclusion

Cardiff Metropolitan University is proud to be a Disability Confident employer and a signatory of the Armed Forces Covenant.

All applicants with disabilities, or those who are part of the Armed Forces community who during the shortlisting process meet the essential criteria for the role will be progressed to the next stage.

The University is committed to creating a highly inclusive culture. We offer family friendly and flexible working arrangements and a range of staff networks, forums and events to support and develop our people. We warmly welcome applications from those traditionally underrepresented in the higher education sector.

Applications may be submitted in Welsh, and an application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.

Contact us

For more information about the role please contact the Brand and Content Team on [e-mail] .

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