Content Editor (Maternity cover) - 0.6 FTE
Date advertised
12 February 2025 - 2 March 2025
School/Area
Administration
Programme/Department
Engagement, Brand and Marketing
Required hours
Part Time
Site
Kensington, London, United Kingdom/Hybrid
Fixed Term for 1 year
The Royal College of Art (RCA) is seeking a talented Content Editor (Maternity cover) to contribute to the development of high-quality editorial content across our digital and print platforms. In this role, you will ensure that the RCA’s website, publications, and social media channels reflect the latest news, research, and achievements of our staff, students, and alumni.
Responsibilities
* Write, edit, and manage content for the RCA website, printed publications, and digital platforms.
* Collaborate with Communications & Marketing colleagues to research, produce, and edit compelling stories.
* Work closely with academic teams to source and develop engaging content ideas.
* Liaise with the Research Office to maintain an up-to-date and impactful research profile.
* Conduct interviews with staff, students, and alumni, producing written and multimedia content.
* Ensure content meets technical guidelines and aligns with the RCA’s house style.
* Provide editorial support for key publications, offering creative ideas for features and articles.
* Manage and prioritise your own workload effectively to meet deadlines.
Person Specification
* Proven editorial/journalism experience in both print and online publications.
* Strong writing and editing skills, with the ability to tailor content for diverse audiences.
* Ability to maintain a consistent house style across different platforms.
* Familiarity with managing and creating content for social media in a professional setting.
* Experience in picture research and sourcing relevant imagery.
* Excellent attention to detail and strong organisational skills.
This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the RCA’s communications strategy and showcase the groundbreaking work happening across the College.
The Royal College of Art (RCA) aims to foster an inclusive culture which promotes equality, values diversity and maintains a working, learning and social environment in which the rights and dignity of all its staff and students and stakeholders are respected.
We recognise the broad range of experiences that a diverse staff and student body brings and how this strengthens our research and enhances our teaching. In order for RCA to remain a world-leading institution we are committed to promoting equity, diversity and inclusion (EDI) principles throughout all of our processes, from application through to appointment.
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