Senior Digital Content Creator

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Senior Digital Content Creator

Global Partnerships

Permanent | Full Time

White City, London | Hybrid* Usually 3 days a week in the office

Hiring Range: £30,000 - £40,000

For more information please email TalkingCareers@itv.com

Your work matters to millions.

Shaping culture is in the DNA of ITV. So, it's not surprising that you'll find us in every home in the UK, our productions are famous all over the world and we're at the forefront of the digital streaming revolution.

When you join us, you enter a fun working environment. With opportunities to learn, to grow and make a real difference. Small enough that your impact's felt in the business, but big enough that your impact reaches millions of people.

Come develop your skills, change TV and the course of your career. Don't just watch it. Be part of it. Join ITV.

Your impact sends ripples.

The team

We're global and local, producing in 13 countries across 60+ labels in the UK, US, Australia, France, Germany, The Nordics, Italy and more. Together with creators, producers, global networks and streamers, we're behind the scenes of some of the greatest genres. Bringing thousands of hours of entertainment to everyone everywhere.

The role

This is a fantastic opportunity for a Senior Digital Content Creator to join our growing team at ITV Studios. You'll be responsible for the entire lifecycle of long-form content on ITV's YouTube and social video channels, ensuring episodes are uploaded and fully optimised with compelling thumbnails and descriptive metadata.

We're looking for a highly creative and commercially minded individual with a proven track record in video editing, YouTube content management, copywriting and social media best practices. Beyond video editing, your expertise in SEO and understanding of YouTube and social media algorithms will be crucial in driving engagement and expanding ITV's reach across the digital landscape.

This role is integral to increasing ITV's exposure across YouTube, social media and the global AVOD market, so having a keen interest in these areas would be highly beneficial.

The role will entail but not be limited to:

• Edit and upload video content for ITV's social video channels
• Develop and implement a data-driven content strategy to maximise the reach and engagement
• Analyse audience insights to optimise content performance
• Ensure content adheres to brand and editorial guidelines
• Develop and maintain a system for tracking and logging video content
• Identify trends and opportunities to expand audience reach
• Collaborate with the Digital Channels Manager and team to develop and implement new content strategies
• Mentor and guide junior team members, fostering a collaborative work environment

Skills you'll need (minimum criteria)

• Proven video editing skills and industry experience using Adobe Creative Suite
• Proven track record creating YouTube and social media content strategies
• In-depth knowledge of social media platforms and how they work
• Experience in utilising data and insights to optimise content strategy
• Ability to mentor and guide junior team members on video editing and content creation best practices

Other things we're looking for (key criteria)

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Confidence in presenting ideas and a positive approach to challenges
• Excellent planning, organisational and time management skills
• Ability to collaborate effectively with team members and stakeholders

ITV is for everyone.

ITV strongly encourages applications for this role from disabled people. As a Disability Confident Leader, if you meet the minimum criteria for a role and you have declared that you are disabled, we'll guarantee to take you to the next stage* (minimum criteria above).

We're happy to discuss any support/personalisation you may need during our application and selection process as part of our reasonable adjustments. Drop us a line if you require anything at talkingcareers@itv.com.

Find out more about applying with a disability

* There may be a few exceptions where we are not able to take all eligible candidates to the next stage due to the volume of applications.

Because those who make an impact deserve to be rewarded for it.

ITV offers some great rewards and benefits including

• Flexible working with a range of options to suit everyone
• Generous holiday allowance, plus you can buy more
• Annual bonus opportunity
• Competitive pension contribution
• Save as you earn - with an opportunity to buy ITV shares
• Wellbeing and volunteering days plus a wide range of opportunities to help you live a balanced and healthy life

More about our benefits

Closing date: Sunday 30th June 2024

"Please note, on occasion we may receive a very large volume of applications which means applications for a role may close earlier than the referenced closing date. We'd encourage you to apply as soon as possible if interested."