Children and Education Creative and Digital Content Officer

Oldbury, Sandwell, UK (Hybrid)

£33K/yr – £38K/yrMid LevelFull time

Posted 1 day ago

Job Summary

Own the creation and delivery of Children and Education communications content across digital channels, including video, photography, graphic design and copy, while supporting campaigns, audience engagement and reporting.

  • Lead content production across formats and channels.
  • Support campaigns, monitor performance, and provide insights.

Job Description

Responsibilities

  • Create high-quality, engaging content to support Children and Education communications and marketing campaigns.
  • Produce creative content across a range of formats including videography, photography, graphic design and written communications.
  • Develop content for digital channels including websites, newsletters, social media platforms and online campaigns.
  • Support the delivery of the corporate communications strategy and directorate marketing plans.
  • Write compelling content that informs, engages and encourages audiences to access services and support.
  • Create videos, reels and visual content that bring stories and key messages to life.
  • Produce high-quality photography and graphics in line with branding and corporate identity guidelines.
  • Draft social media content and engage with online audiences using appropriate tone and style.
  • Respond to social media enquiries sensitively and professionally, working with colleagues to provide accurate information.
  • Contribute fresh, creative ideas that improve campaign effectiveness and audience engagement.

Requirements

  • Educated to diploma level or able to demonstrate equivalent relevant experience.
  • Professionally qualified, or able to demonstrate significant experience, in one or more creative disciplines such as graphic design, videography, photography, animation, web design or copywriting.
  • Experienced in producing creative content for digital and/or traditional communications channels.
  • Demonstrable experience of supporting communications, marketing or engagement campaigns.
  • Skilled at identifying opportunities to create compelling stories and content.
  • Strong understanding of audience engagement, segmentation and targeted communications.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office applications including Word, PowerPoint and Excel.
  • Experienced in using social media platforms and understanding how to engage audiences effectively online.
  • Knowledge of creative software and design tools, including Adobe Creative Cloud applications.
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Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council is a local authority in the West Midlands and provides services to residents of the borough. There are six main towns which make up Sandwell; Oldbury, Rowley Regis, Smethwick, Tipton, Wednesbury and West Bromwich.

Founded in 1974
Oldbury, England, GBR
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Children and Education Creative and Digital Content Officer

Sandwell Council · Oldbury, Sandwell, UK · Hybrid