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Media & Content Officer in Lewes

Lewes Full-Time 37626 £ / year No home office possible
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East Sussex County Council

Are you a sharp communicator who loves turning complex info into clear, engaging stories? If you’re great at juggling deadlines, enjoy working with the media, and know how to create content that really connects – join us at East Sussex County Council as a Media and Content Officer and help shape how we connect with our communities.

An exciting and varied role working as part of a busy communications team. Working alongside the senior media and content officer, you will be responsible for all elements of the county council’s media handling service working across all departments to increase awareness and understanding amongst the public, and protect and enhance the reputation of the council.

You’ll be working with a friendly, fast-paced team, handling media enquiries, creating content for social media and the web, and supporting campaigns that make a real difference.

The role requires you to work to tight deadlines, be able to prioritise work, and understand the needs of print, online and broadcast media. You will also be creating engaging content for use across all ESCC communications channels and working with the wider team to support campaigns and projects.
We are looking for candidates who :
  • Have experience and demonstrable skill as a press officer or journalist.
  • Are able to communicate effectively with a range of people in a clear, concise and accurate manner.
  • Have knowledge of how to write for different audiences and for different channels.
  • Have Political awareness.
  • Have social media knowledge and ability to create engaging digital content.
Please download the Job Description and Person Specification for more information.
To apply for this role, please click the \’Apply Now\’ button above to upload your CV and a supporting statement. We will be using your supporting statement to shortlist so when writing your supporting statement be sure to address how you meet all the criteria in the person specification drawing on any relevant work/life experience, education or personal interests.
For guidance on how to write an application see our how to apply page.
Interviews will take place in person at County Hall, Lewes, East Sussex, BN7 1UE. Interview date to be confirmed. If you are unavailable on the date offered, let us know and we may be able to schedule an alternative date to interview you.
Candidates who meet certain criteria are given priority when we shortlist. See our priority status page for details.
We offer a diverse range of benefits to help and support you during your employment. More information can be found on our benefits page.
For an informal discussion about this opportunity contact Karen Bowles, Senior Media & Content Officer, karen.bowles@eastsussex.gov.uk to request a MS teams call or phone call.
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Media & Content Officer in Lewes
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East Sussex County Council

  • Media & Content Officer in Lewes

    Lewes
    Full-Time
    37626 £ / year

    Application deadline: 2027-11-14

  • East Sussex County Council

    East Sussex County Council

    1889

    East Sussex County Council are a local authority who deliver vital community services to over half a million people. As an employer we offer a diverse and rewarding range of career opportunities. Your chosen pathway could involve work that directly influences the education, social, mental, financial, and physical wellbeing of our residents and shapes the environment within which they live, or you might make your mark within one of the essential functions that supports the delivery of these services.

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