Job Description
Opportunity information
Salary £12000 per year
Duration 15 months
Advert closing date 28/02/2023
Description
Lynchpin Media is a global media house that publishes technology insights on various digital platforms. The company is seen as a leading publisher of industry news and intelligence content for IT professionals. We are seeking a Junior Content Creator to assist with the production of both original and submitted editorial content for clients.
Lynchpin Media is a global media house that publishes technology insights on various digital platforms across Africa, APAC, Europe, the Middle East, South and North America. The company is seen as a leading publisher of industry news and intelligence content for IT professionals. We provide our staff with the platform to express themselves in a relaxed, team-based environment.
We are seeking a Junior Content Creator to assist with the production of both original and submitted editorial content for clients. The role will involve creating and managing a range of content including written articles and video, as well as exploring opportunities for new content. Much of your time will be spent editing articles and applying the company’s style guide and you will have the opportunity to help develop and execute the strategic content strategy, to further expand the services offered by the team.
- Working with the team to develop ideas for content
- Creating videos for clients and the company
- Creating promotional images for the company.
- Understanding and keeping yourself up to date on style guides and branding documents.
- Helping distribute and upload content onto website, social media and other channels
- You will be working closely with the company’s Editorial Director, Managing Editors and Editorial Co-Ordinator
- You will be required to attend industry events
- You will be providing support to two busy departments and will need to be able to work quickly and accurately
Skills Needed for the role:
- Highly organised with an ability to cope with a demanding workload
- Attention to detail is essential and you should be able to manage your own workload as well as communicate clearly to colleagues and customers alike
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Attention to detail with an eye for grammar, spelling and punctuation
- Ability to use or willingness to learn how to use Microsoft Word, Wordpress and Microsoft OneDrive
- Ability to manage multiple projects at any one time
- An interest in technology and/or business development would be advantageous
- Understanding how to use design or video editing software would be advantageous.
Personal Qualities
- Enthusiastic and committed
- Keen to learn and develop skills, and willingness to embrace change
- Ability to think independently and work within a team
- Punctual and reliable
- Ability to illustrate an aptitude and commitment to content production is welcome
- Exceptional literacy skills
Entry requirements
You need to have a GCSE in Maths and English Grade 4/C or above.
Training to be provided
Digital Content Creator - Level 3 Standard
Apprentices learn the skills they need on the job with the guidance of a development coach who is an expert from industry. You will finish your apprenticeship with a recognised qualification, valuable industry experience, money, and substantial opportunities for promotion.
Training is a blended learning delivery model: online learning, classroom sessions, work-based training, independent research, workplace projects, one-to-one support and training. Your training will include:
- Brand Awareness
- Content Planning & Pitching
- Content Development
- Principles of Graphic Design
- Image Editing & Manipulation
- Illustration & Vectors
- Video Capture & Editing
- Desktop Publishing
- Web Design & User Experience
- Coding
- SEO & Blog Writing
- Budgeting
- Content Distribution & social media
- Analytics & Feedback
https://creativealliance.org.uk/apprenticeships/junior-content-producer-level-3/
Things to consider
This is a remote position but the company would appreciate if you are located close to the main hub as there could be team meetings and sessions in person. This is based in Hereford. We have placed a central Hereford address on this description. This is not near their offices it is for reference.
Skills required
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Future prospects
We are looking for an apprentice with ambitions to begin a committed career in publishing with the potential to make progress within the company’s editorial and strategic content structure.
Hereford, Herefordshire, England, HR1 2NG