Student Staff – Content Creator
Student Staff – Content Creators 2026
Are you creative, social media savvy, and always spotting the next viral moment? We're hiring Content Creators to capture authentic student life through short-form video, photos, and behind-the-scenes content across TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube. You'll film major events like Summer Ball and Freshers' Fair, brainstorm campaign ideas, and be the creative voice telling our Union's story, encouraging fellow students to engage with their SU. If you're confident on camera, love storytelling, and want a flexible role that lets you build your portfolio, apply now!
Interview Date: w/c 7th September 2026
Job Purpose:
To create engaging, authentic digital content, predominantly short-form video, capturing student life, Union events, and key campaigns to enhance Reading Students’ Union’s online presence and engagement.
Accountabilities:
Be a creative voice and visual storyteller for Reading SU, capturing authentic student experiences and driving online engagement across key official channels.
Responsibilities:
Content & Digital Media
- Film quality video content and take photo assets during major SU events (e.g., Freshers’ Fair, Summer Ball, elections, club nights, pop-ups).
- Research, plan, film and edit short-form video content (TikToks, Instagram Reels, YouTube Shorts) aligned with current social trends and Union brand guidelines.
- Present on camera, conduct vox pops/street interviews with students, and act as an authentic face of Reading SU across digital channels.
- Assist in writing catchy, student friendly captions that align with the SU brand tone of voice.
Crea tive & Operational Support
- Brainstorm innovative campaign concepts alongside the SU Marketing team to increase student awareness of SU services and events.
- Attend key Union events (including Wednesday Union), campaigns, and key student spaces to capture a comprehensive feel of campus life.
- On occasion,assist with the promotion of key events and campaigns through flyering and campus activities.
General
- Maintain brand consistency, inclusivity and appropriateness across all created content.
- Undertake any other tasks commensurate with the level of appointment that may form time to time be reasonably requested
- Maintain health & safety protocols at all times, especially while filming and using digital equipment on site.
- Be flexible and willing to take on various tasks as needed.
This job description is not necessarily an exhaustive list of duties but is intended to reflect a range of duties the post-holder will perform. The job description will be reviewed regularly and may be changed in the light of experience and in consultation with the post-holder.
Person Specification