Job Description

We're looking for a creative, organised, and technically confident

Digital Communications Coordinator

to help us amplify the student voice and promote everything we do--from campaigns and events to services and societies. You'll be central to our digital storytelling, managing website content and visual communications across multiple platforms. This role is ideal for someone who has strong technical skills in CMS platforms and front-end web development (HTML, CSS, and JavaScript).

Key Responsibilities

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o Web & CMS Management:

Maintain and update the Students' Union website using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript to adjust layouts, enhance user experience, and resolve technical issues.

o Content Creation:

Produce engaging multimedia content for digital and print platforms, including blog posts, emails, presentations, and printed materials.

o Design & Visuals:

Create high-quality graphics and assets using Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign), Canva, and video editing tools.

o Social Media:

Support consistent, on-brand messaging across all social media platforms, driving awareness and engagement.

o Digital Accessibility:

Ensure all digital content is accessible, responsive, and aligned with best practice standards.

o Internal Collaboration:

Partner with teams across the SU to develop communications aligned with project objectives and student needs.

o Brand Consistency:

Uphold and apply our visual identity and tone of voice across all outputs.

o Campaigns & Events:

Support the planning and delivery of promotion of student-led campaigns, elections, and events--including occasional in-person support during evenings or weekends (TOIL provided). - reword later

o Analytics & Reporting:

Keep track of the SU digital performance using a variety of tools.

Person Specification

Essential Skills & Experience

Strong CMS experience with the ability to customise themes and content using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript. Skilled in Adobe Creative Suite and Canva for creating digital and print assets. Excellent written and visual communication skills, with an eye for detail and brand alignment. Familiarity with digital accessibility, SEO, and usability standards. Confident collaborating with a range of stakeholders, particularly in a student-led or community-focused environment. Organised, proactive, and capable of managing competing priorities independently and as part of a team. Willingness to support occasional events outside core hours (with TOIL).

Desirable

Photography, animation, or motion design skills.

How to apply

To apply, please send your CV, Cover letter and optional Portfolio to su.recruitment@solent.ac.uk by Friday 6th June at Midday.

Interview

Friday 13th June 2025 - Interviews will take place in person at Solent University, unless an online interview is requested upon invitation for an interview.

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Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 23,000.00-25,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Additional leave Bereavement leave Casual dress Company events Employee discount Paid volunteer time Sick pay
Schedule:

Flexitime Monday to Friday
Ability to commute/relocate:

Southampton: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Southampton

Application deadline: 06/06/2025