Research Forum Digital Manager (Maternity)

About The Courtauld

The Courtauld is a specialist university and home to the largest community of art historians and conservators in the UK. We advance how people see and understand visual arts through internationally renowned teaching and research.

Research Forum Digital Manager (Maternity Cover)

This is an exciting opportunity to lead on the digital communication of Courtauld Research in all its forms. With advanced digital media and project management skills you will actively encourage audiences to engage with Courtauld research in new and innovative ways.

You will be required to manage online events, live streaming, filming, digital media editing and to communicate with a diverse public audience on social media. You will have demonstrable experience of setting up A/V equipment and preparing areas for the filming of live lectures and events. In addition to creating and disseminating digital media, you will be expected to work on individual digital engagement projects such as Courtauld Books Online platform, manage the digital assistants at our events and work with research active staff to communicate their research projects. You will also use digital design software to design flyers, posters and brochures for print and you should have experience of using Adobe Premiere Pro, iMovie or similar to edit and produce films.

What We’re Looking For

We’re seeking an ambitious and creative individual who understands the ways in which digital communications can enhance knowledge about the history & conservation of art. The successful post-holder will bring knowledge of translating research into digital communications as well as a flair for proactively producing digital stories in a variety of formats.

Role Details

Maternity Cover (10 months) | Salary Range: £39,406 per annum, inclusive of London Weighting Allowance

Key Responsibilities

1. You will lead all the Research Forum’s digital projects.
2. You will be responsible for updating & maintaining the research pages on the Courtauld website.
3. You will advise on the equipment set up of our lecture theatre and make proposals for change based on available resources.
4. You will train & lead a group of digital assistants.
5. You will execute the live streaming & filming of events, and will train others to do so.
6. You will cut films & insert postproduction effects that render films suitable for online viewing
7. Working with research active staff, you will combine film editing skills & an awareness of digital design to produce content that can be disseminated on the Research Forum social media channels & the Courtauld website. You will actively engage the public with said content.
8. You will advise research active staff on the digital aspects of research grants when appropriate.
9. You will use digital publishing software to create designs for printed material.

Why Join Us?

At The Courtauld, we offer a supportive & inspiring environment where professional growth is encouraged. Some of our benefits include:
30 days annual leave + 6 office closure days | Bicycle Loan, Season Ticket Loan | Free Gallery Access & Discounts | Staff discounts at our onsite café & coffee shop | Wellbeing Support & Employee Assistance Programme

How to Apply

If this sounds like you, we’d love to hear from you! Review the job description &  person specification, then complete the online application form and submit for review.

Closing Date: 11th November 2026 | Interview Date: 18th November 2026

As an equal opportunities employer, the Courtauld is committed to the equal treatment of all current & prospective employees and does not condone discrimination.

If you have any questions, please contact peoplequeries@courtauld.ac.uk

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