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Content Manager

Reporting into the Director of Marketing and Communications, this role will lead the creation and delivery of high-quality, engaging and consistent content across Winchester College Group, with a focus on photography, video and social media.

This is a key role within the Marketing & Communications function, responsible for building a strong and authentic visual and digital presence across all channels. The postholder will play a central role in bringing the brand to life, supporting admissions, engagement and reputation through compelling storytelling.

Key Responsibilities

Content creation (photography & video)

• Capture and produce high-quality photography and video content across the College
• Edit and deliver content suitable for a range of platforms (newsletters, website, social media, campaigns, events)
• Maintain a consistent visual identity and tone aligned to brand guidelines

· Ensure compliance with GDPR, copyright legislation, safeguarding requirements and data protection policies

Content strategy & planning

• Support the development and delivery of a joined-up content plan aligned to admissions, brand and campaign priorities
• Identify content opportunities across the academic year, including key moments, events and stories
• Ensure content supports the full audience journey (prospective families, current parents - for use in the weekly parent newsletter), alumni and wider community)

Social media management

• Manage and grow social media channels with regular, engaging and high-quality content
• Plan and schedule content aligned to campaigns and key dates
• Monitor performance and optimise content based on insights

Campaign support

• Work closely with the Digital & Performance Marketing Manager and wider team to support campaigns with relevant content
• Deliver content tailored to different channels (paid, organic, website, CRM)
• Ensure timely delivery of assets to support campaign deadlines

Content management & asset library

• Build and maintain a well-organised, accessible content library of photography and video assets
• Ensure content is tagged, stored and easily retrievable for future use
• Support consistency and efficiency across the team

Collaboration & stakeholder engagement

• Work closely with admissions and internal teams to identify and capture content opportunities
• Build strong relationships across the organisation to surface stories and moments
• Support staff and departments in contributing to content where appropriate

PERSON SPECIFICATION AND KEY QUALITIESProfessional experience

Proven ability to create engaging photography and video content

Experience managing social media channels for an organisation or brand

Experience working across multiple stakeholders or projects is desirable

Skills and knowledge

Strong photography and videography skills, including editing (e.g. Adobe Creative Suite or similar tools)

Understanding of social media platforms and what drives engagement

Basic understanding of digital marketing and how content supports campaigns

Ability to plan and organise content effectively

Strong attention to detail and visual storytelling ability

Personal attributes

Creative and proactive, with a strong eye for storytelling and detail

Organised and reliable, able to manage multiple priorities and deadlines

Collaborative, with the ability to build relationships across an organisation

Adaptable and willing to get involved in a wide range of activities

Positive, enthusiastic and keen to develop skills and experience

Pay: Up to £45,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person