Digital Media and Communications Coordinator

The role

Do you thrive in the buzzing world of student life? Are you a storytelling mastermind with a passion for captivating crafting content? Join us as the Digital Media & Communications Coordinator at Ravensbourne Student Union and amplify the voices of our diverse community! You'll be the architect of our online presence, weaving engaging narratives through our social media, website, and beyond. Imagine igniting the campus with eye-catching visuals, inspiring content, and strategic campaigns that make a real difference. 

If you're ready to unleash your creativity, amplify student voices, and make a real impact on campus life, we want to hear from you! Apply today and join the vibrant Ravensbourne Student Union team. 

The candidate

We’re looking for a great candidate and so the way you can stand out for us is by demonstrating you’ve got the following skills and experiences: 

Website Mastermind: Experience of maintaining and refreshing websites. We want our website to be the go-to hub for everything student union. From user-friendly updates to impactful new features, keep the experience seamless and engaging. Your tools of the trade will be HTML, CSS, Javascript and working knowledge of leveraging CMS and CRMs like Reach (if you know what all that means then you’re on already one step ahead). 

Content Catalyst: Experience of developing compelling stories that bring student life to life. We want to showcase the Union's impact, and spark excitement across social media, website articles, emails, and press releases. 

Social Media Maestro: Experience coordinating engaging campaigns across platforms like Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok, boosting our audience, fostering a vibrant online community, and promoting all things Student Union. 

Visual Alchemist: Experience in making communications and engagement look and feel great. We want to breathe life into our brand with eye-catching graphics and visuals for online posts, flyers, and all promotional materials. Utilise graphic design software to create high-quality content that resonates. 

Collaboration Champion: Experience of working effectively as part of a team, as well as people in other teams or even outside the organisation. We need you to work hand-in-hand with Student Union leadership, staff, and groups to understand their needs and craft winning communication strategies. Build impactful relationships across campus and with external partners. 

Desirable Bonus Skills: Experience with CRM systems like Reach, and Apps such as Adobe Creative Suite. Basic knowledge of search engine optimisation (SEO) principles and proficiency in data analysis and reporting tools. 

Additional things that are bound to impress us (so be sure to mention them in your application, if you can): 

• Creative storyteller with a passion for student life. 
• Organised and efficient, with time management skills that would impress a magician. 
• Team player extraordinaire, thriving on collaboration and brainstorming. 
• A fast learner, always eager to embrace new technologies and trends. 

If you have a disability and would like to know more about job opportunities at Ravensbourne, please email our Disability Advice Line ravensbourne@disabilityrightsuk.org

We welcome applications from suitably qualified people from all sections of the community in our desire to reflect the diversity of the community we serve.

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We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and communities, and in particular those that are currently under-represented in our workforce. This includes, but is not limited to, Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic candidates, candidates with disabilities, and female candidates.

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