Queen Mary Students’ Union is recruiting a pool of paid Student Content Creators to help tell the real story of student life at QM. This is a flexible opportunity for creative students who enjoy making social media content and want to share their experiences in their own voice. This new initiaitve is also part of a pilot to improve our marketing & communications, with the scheme evaluated at the end of this academic year.
Rather than a fixed number of hours, this role works like a creative pool or agency. You’ll be able to pitch your own content ideas or apply for briefs shared by the QMSU Marketing team. When your idea or application is selected, you’ll be paid for the work you produce. It’s designed to fit around your studies, with most creators working a few hours a month.
As a QMSU Content Creator, you’ll create videos, posts and photo content for platforms like TikTok, Instagram and more, helping showcase everything the Students’ Union does for students and student life at Queen Mary. This includes promoting societies and sports, volunteering opportunities, student voice activity such as liberation campaigns, elections and reps, as well as our commercial spaces like Qmotion, Ground Café, bars and shops. Some opportunities may also involve filming at key moments such as Open Days, Welcome events or major Students’ Union campaigns and activities.
What you’ll get from the role is more than just pay. You’ll gain real experience working with a professional marketing and social media team, develop your creative and editing skills, and build a strong portfolio of published content. You’ll receive guidance and feedback to help you grow your confidence on camera, sharpen your storytelling, and understand how large student-facing social channels are run. It’s a great way to boost your CV and explore a future in media, marketing, communications or creative industries.
We’re looking for a diverse mix of students with different backgrounds, experiences and perspectives. Whether you’re an undergraduate or postgraduate, home or international student, commuter or living on campus, your voice matters and could help shape how QMSU connects with students now and in the future.
If you enjoy being creative, have ideas worth sharing, and want a flexible, paid role that fits around university life, read the job description and we’d love to hear from you.
To apply please complete and submit your online application before the deadline of 23:59 Wednesday 21 January 2026.
Only students who will be enrolled at Queen Mary University of London during the current academic year are eligible to apply. Applicants must be able to demonstrate their eligibility to work in the UK in line with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006.
Queen Mary is proud to be an Equal Opportunities employer and is committed to equality of opportunity for all applicants. Reasonable adjustments will be made throughout the recruitment process. We particularly welcome applications from Black and minority ethnic students, who are currently underrepresented.
Student Content Creator FAQs
Is this a guaranteed-hours job?
No. This role works as part of a flexible content creator pool with limited hours. There are no guaranteed hours, but you’ll be invited to pitch ideas and apply for paid briefs shared regularly by the QMSU Marketing team. We want this to be an opportunity for students to earn some extra money alongside their studies, but not to rely on this role as a normal part-time job.
How do I get work once I’m selected?
You can submit your own content ideas or apply for briefs we send out, usually weekly. If your pitch or application is chosen, you’ll be commissioned and paid for that piece of work.
How much time will this take?
Most creators spend around 2–6 hours a month filming and editing, although this can vary depending on the briefs you choose to take on. The role is designed to fit around your studies and other commitments.
Do I need to be confident on camera?
Yes 100%. Much of the content will involve video, so you should feel comfortable filming yourself and speaking honestly about your student experience.
Do I need editing experience?
Yes. You’ll need to be able to edit your own content using tools like CapCut, Canva, Adobe or similar software.
What platforms will I create content for?
Content will mainly be for TikTok and Instagram, but may also appear on YouTube, Facebook or LinkedIn, or our other comms channels such as our website and emails.
Can I choose what content I make?
You’ll have the freedom to pitch your own ideas, as well as respond to set briefs. All content must follow QMSU’s Brand & Content Guidelines.
Will I get support or feedback?
Yes. You’ll work closely with the QMSU Marketing team and receive guidance, feedback and support to help develop your skills.
Who can apply?
Any current Queen Mary student enrolled during the 2025–26 academic year who has the right to work in the UK can apply. We strongly encourage applications from students with diverse backgrounds and experiences.
How will I be paid?
You’ll be paid hourly for commissioned work, based on agreed time and deliverables for each brief. The hourly rate will be £14.98 plus 19.27% holiday pay.
Can this help my future career?
Absolutely. You’ll gain hands-on experience, published content for your portfolio, and transferable skills in communication, creativity and project delivery.