Visual Media Officer

About the Role

Reporting to the Creative, Digital and Social Media Manager, you will play a key part in developing and delivering engaging visual media across our digital platforms, social channels, websites and printed campaign materials. You will use your technical and creative expertise to turn ideas into powerful visual stories that connect with our communities and colleagues.

Key Responsibilities

• Produce high‑quality video, photography and multimedia content for digital, social and print channels.
• Design, direct, film and edit content for internal and external communication.
• Work closely with colleagues, stakeholders and Chief Officers to understand requirements, manage expectations and offer professional advice.
• Maintain excellent visual standards in all outputs, ensuring accuracy, consistency and brand alignment.
• Manage studio lighting, equipment, image libraries and consent records.
• Stay up to date with emerging trends, tools and techniques in visual media.
• Plan and prioritise a diverse workflow, managing multiple briefs and deadlines effectively.
• Support team collaboration by sharing knowledge, contributing ideas and promoting best practice.

About You

You will bring a strong blend of technical ability, creativity and professionalism. You must have:

• A degree-level qualification or equivalent professional experience.
• Proven knowledge of video production, including audio, scripting, filming and editing.
• Experience using professional DSLR and video cameras, lighting equipment and Adobe Creative Suite, Final Cut Pro or equivalent editing tools.
• A thorough understanding of legislation affecting visual media, including the Data Protection Act, GDPR, media law, copyright and the Human Rights Act.
• Exceptional visual storytelling skills and a passion for innovative, high‑quality content.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the confidence to advise colleagues at all levels.
• Excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage a busy workload independently.
• A commitment to delivering value for money and providing high‑quality service.
• A collaborative mindset and a belief in effective teamwork.
• A full driving licence, as travel around the force area may be required.

Staff currently in the internal redeployment pool will be considered first. The vacancy may be withdrawn at any time without notice. You must meet all minimum skills and qualification criteria at the time of application. Certificates must be provided; expected grades cannot be accepted. Please refer to the JDQ and Leadership Framework when preparing your 1,000‑word supporting evidence.

Benefits

• 25 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays pro rata, increasing to 30 days plus 8 bank holidays after 5 years full service.
• Local Government Pension Scheme with contributions from 5.5% to 11.5% depending on your salary.
• Access to on‑site gyms – HQ and OCC.
• Option to become a member of the onsite unions.
• Support from our Health and Wellbeing Centre including Welfare Officers, Counselling, Physiotherapy and Mental Health Peer Supporters.
• Generous maternity/paternity and adoption leave entitlements.
• Sick pay provisions.

A note on using Artificial Intelligence

AI tools can be great for research and refining ideas, but we want to learn about you. If you use AI or Chatbots to help you with your application, keep these points in mind: AI can support research, structuring and refining your writing, but your application must reflect your real skills and experience. Spell‑checking and condensing word counts are great ways to use AI effectively. Do not copy and paste AI‑generated answers. This will not help you stand out in a positive way; remember we want to hear about your skills and experience.

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equality, and Inclusion

We are committed to building a workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We welcome applications from women and candidates from Black and ethnic minority backgrounds. Our Outreach team offers guidance and support throughout the application process for candidates from under‑represented groups. If you require reasonable adjustments during recruitment, please let us know.