Video & Digital Storytelling Specialist for Strategic Comms

Heriot-Watt University Malaysia; Easter Howgate; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

33 days annual leave

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Job summary

Heriot-Watt University Malaysia is seeking a Communications & Content Officer (Video and Digital Storytelling) to develop and deliver integrated communications with a focus on video and multimedia content. You will plan, film, edit and publish compelling material that supports Strategy 2035 and core university priorities.

You will collaborate across Schools, campuses and professional services, managing a varied portfolio of content while ensuring accessibility and brand alignment.

Qualifications

• Experience in communications and video/content production within a complex organisation.
• Strong portfolio or showreel of filming and editing for varied audiences.
• Proficiency with video editing software and motion graphics tools.
• On-location filming with camera, audio and lighting equipment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; ability to create scripts.

Responsibilities

• Plan, film, edit and publish high-quality video content for diverse audiences.
• Manage production from concept to final delivery and licensing.
• Create accessible captions, subtitles and transcripts.
• Develop content plans aligned with Strategy 2035 and institutional priorities.
• Liaise with stakeholders and contribute to cross-team content strategies.
• Publish and optimise content across university channels and analytics tools.

Skills

Communication

Video storytelling

Storytelling

Camera operation

Video editing

Project management

Accessibility practices

Ms 365 / digital publishing

Education

Degree or equivalent

Tools

Premiere Pro

DaVinci Resolve

Final Cut Pro

After Effects

Photoshop

Canva

Job description

Heriot-Watt University Malaysia is seeking a Communications & Content Officer (Video and Digital Storytelling) to develop and deliver integrated communications with a focus on video and multimedia content. You will plan, film, edit and publish compelling material that supports Strategy 2035 and core university priorities.

You will collaborate across Schools, campuses and professional services, managing a varied portfolio of content while ensuring accessibility and brand alignment.