ABOUT US
Commonwealth Games Scotland (CGS) is the lead body for Commonwealth sport in Scotland. We select, prepare and lead Team Scotland at the Commonwealth Games and Commonwealth Youth Games. Our Vision is to inspire Scotland to be physically active and successful in the sporting arena, and our mission is using our unique position in Scottish sport to lead and maximise the benefits for Scotland, our member sports and athletes by.
ABOUT THE ROLE
Reporting to the Head of Marketing, we are seeking to recruit a Content Creator to tell the story of our athletes and sports in the build-up to and during the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games.
You will plan and deliver engaging content that informs and engages the nation, connecting members of the public with the athletes who will represent their country for Team Scotland.
The eyes of the nation will be on our nation and team in 2026, and you will play your part in making the most of that opportunity.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Pre-Games
* Work with colleagues to shape and execute our Marketing and Communications Strategy, producing content which engages, informs and inspires our audiences.
* Deliver multi-platform, multi-ratio content that will be used to promote our athletes, sports and partners both in real-time and for legacy purposes.
* Attend select events, taking responsibility for event coverage, including reporting.
* Liaise with athletes and partner organisations to ensure effective time management for content capturing opportunities.
* Collaborate with and manage creative agencies and freelance support as appropriate.
* Support the wider marketing & communications team in delivering media and marketing commitments, if required.
* Jointly-manage all photography capture and output alongside our freelance photographers.
Games
* Your Games-time role will be shaped in collaboration with the Head of Marketing, Communications and Business Operations and Head of Media, and in conjunction with the wider team structure led by our Chef de Mission.
* It is anticipated that you will be available to work across the full duration of the Games (23rd July – 2nd August 2026) as well as time immediately pre- and post-Games.
Post-Games
* Maximise opportunities for promotion post-Games, including supporting the delivery of post-Games events and activity.
* Ensure all outstanding issues from the Games are resolved.
* Contribute to post-Games review of activity, and co-ordinate a report on media activity for future reference and planning.
ESSENTIAL CRITERIA
* Knowledgeable in communications, editorial and storytelling in a range of multi-media formats
* Technically proficient in video capture and editing.
* Experienced in using social media channels and their functionality.
* Comfortable in operating successfully under time and resource pressure.
* You will have a strong portfolio of work to demonstrate your skills, with experience of major sporting events an added bonus.
* A knowledge of the Scottish sport, media and political landscapes would be beneficial, as would an understanding of the Commonwealth Games.
BENEFITS
* 35.5 days of holiday (including bank holidays).
* Hybrid working
* Enhanced pension contributions (matched 6% employer’s contribution, rising with length of service)
THE PROCESS
If this role excites you please send a CV and one page cover letter outlining your interest and suitability for the role to Gravitate HR, using the 'APPLY' section.
Closing date for applications is 2nd April 2025 at midday. We anticipate holding online interviews around 16th April 2025.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES POLICY STATEMENT
We are committed to being an equal opportunities employer. We ensure all applicants and employees are treated fairly, irrespective of gender, marital status, dependants, religion, race, disability, sexual orientation or race. All recruitment decisions are made objectively and without discrimination. Candidates are also requested to complete the anonymous equality monitoring form: Equal Opportunities Monitoring Form