Our centrally based College is seeking a creative, organised, and enthusiastic Communications Officer to join our Communications team. Working closely with the Communications Manager, you will play a key role in promoting the College's reputation as a vibrant and inclusive academic community, engaging with prospective students, current members, alumni, Fellows, staff, and external audiences.
This is an exciting opportunity for a communications professional who enjoys creating compelling content across multiple channels, from websites and social media to newsletters, magazines, and video content.
Key Responsibilities
Communications and Content Creation
- Assist with the distribution of College news stories and press releases.
- Create engaging written and visual content for digital and print channels, including newsletters, website pages, magazines, and advertisements.
- Contribute to the College communications content calendar.
- Ensure all communications consistently reflect the College's brand guidelines.
- Manage workload effectively and prioritise tasks to meet deadlines.
Website Management
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date content across the College website.
- Write and publish regular news articles and event updates.
- Source, edit, and optimise images for website use.
- Train staff on website content management and provide support with permissions and webform submissions.
Social Media
- Manage the College's social media channels and online communities.
- Create, schedule, and publish engaging social media content.
- Respond to interactions and moderate audience-generated content in line with College guidelines.
- Monitor and analyse performance metrics to increase engagement and reach.
- Support communications campaigns across College departments.
Print Publications
- Research, source, and create content for the College's publications, including the College Record and Plans & Prospects magazines.
Email Communications
- Compile and distribute weekly newsletters.
- Act as a point of contact for communication-related enquiries and feedback.
- Manage mailing lists, templates, and databases using email marketing platforms such as Mailchimp.
- Ensure compliance with data protection legislation and communication regulations.
Video Production
- Produce basic video content, including filming, editing, and publishing videos across digital channels.
- Work with Fellows, staff, and students to coordinate participation in video projects.
About You
You will be a confident communicator with strong digital skills and a passion for creating engaging content. You will have experience working across multiple communications channels and be comfortable managing competing priorities in a busy environment.
Essential Criteria
- Experience managing websites, social media platforms, and databases.
- Strong written communication and content creation experience
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly Word, Excel, and Outlook.
- Understanding of communications best practice and relevant legislation, including GDPR, PECR, and general media regulations.
- Experience recording and editing video content.
Vacancy ID 23304