Job Description

The Content and Production Editor is responsible for delivering new and repurposed content for the university's online and offline communications platforms, such as websites, social channels, associated blogs and marketing materials.



School/Service
External Relations
Salary
28,381 - 32,546
Vacancy Type Filter
Support
Is a DBS check required?
No
Is Health Surveillance required?
No
Career Pathway
PS - Technical specialist
Terms of Contract
Indefinite
Contract Type
Full Time
Normal Place of work
Southampton Campus
Closing Date
05/02/2026
Ref No
13272
Documents
Job Profile - Content and Production Editor (1).docx
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It is their role to ensure that current content remains up to date, accurate and with agreed metrics for monitoring. The role holder will also provide content which must be relevant and engaging to key target audiences and reflect the style and tone of voice in line with editorial and brand guidelines.

Content production and dissemination:

Supporting the Content and Production Manager, you will source, generate, edit, proof and publish content on all our platforms (text, images, video and audio content) ensuring that it is appropriate to its audience, factually checked, accurate and measured against pre-determined metrics - following the UCAS recruitment cycle and Solent University Content Calendar.

Social Media:

You will be integral in the planning and delivery of content on our social channels. You will be involved in the development phase for social media content and work with the Content and Production Manager and Social Media Officer to identify areas and themes where content can be used strategically to support the university objectives, focusing on recruitment and reputation.

University brand and reputation champion:

The brand and reputation of the University is key to our success and global development. This role will be a champion for both areas, which means advocating the brand internally and externally and seeking to enhance the University reputation across all activities. Put metrics in place that enable you to monitor the results of all content, where feasible, in order to identify best practice and report back on results.

Further responsibilities

Plan and develop content, keeping in accordance with the strategic priorities and in line with the University brand guidelines Edit, proofread and (where necessary) improve existing content Help to plan and promote content across social media platforms to increase web traffic and social interaction Ensure all content produced is optimised for SEO where relevant Maintain website content to ensure it is all up to date and accurate and use your technical skills to upload content Support the delivery of the content strategy alongside the Content and Production Manager Effectively manage multiple projects to agreed deadlines Establish and maintain good relationships across the university in order to understand the university's corporate objectives and plans Work in accordance with the Data Protection Act and with copyright laws. Undertake other duties as may be reasonably expected. Attendance at some university general open days and other campus recruitment events is required and will normally involve weekend work Occasional working of unsocial hours required

Qualifications:

Degree or equivalent marketing, journalism, writing or communications qualification Desirable: CIM qualification

Knowledge:

Knowledge of content marketing theories and practices Knowledge of marketing planning and evaluation Knowledge of social media platforms and management Knowledge of marketing principles and techniques Knowledge of online digital marketing activities Knowledge of content management systems Knowledge of usability and accessibility

Experience:

Proven written and verbal communication skills, especially for online channels and including copy editing and proof reading. Previous experience in a marketing environment. Evidence of ability to manage projects to time and budget. Evidence of maintaining effective customer relationships. Writing, editing, formatting, still image and audio-visual production skills for effectively presenting content both on and offline.

Demonstrate the University Values

Respect:

Respecting each other, recognising other strengths, and celebrating our diversity so that everyone can give their best.

Ownership:

Owning and being accountable for delivering a welcoming and professional service and working with pace and commitment to deliver objectives and support strategic priorities.

Inclusivity:

Ensuring through our teaching, support, and work that we are inclusive, underpinning all the work we do at the University.

Engagement:

Engage with focus, drive, and enthusiasm to deliver excellent teaching, new initiatives, and objectives, setting an example and motivating others to engage as appropriate.

Integrity:

Act with professionalism and honesty in all our dealings with each other, our students, suppliers, and partners of the University.

Teamwork:

Working effectively and collaboratively and being united in delivering the priorities of the University in everything we do.

We are Confident. We are Progressive. We are Inclusive.

We Are Solent

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