Research Media and Engagement Assistant

Overview

Are you someone who enjoys creating films and content and keeping things running smoothly? In this role you’ll support the research team with filming, editing and sharing the project’s work, keep social media channels and contact records accurate and up to date, and help maintain consistent workflows. You’ll also have the opportunity to learn new systems and ways of working (including developing an understanding of practice-based research and immersive cinema technologies), improve guidance and templates, and contribute to making the project’s public engagement and impact activities as effective and well organised as possible.

Funding this role is confirmed until the 31st of October 2028. Any offer of employment will therefore be made on a fixed term basis ending on this date. 

This opportunity may close early depending on application volumes.

Key Responsibilities

• Content creation and social media

• Filming and post-production

• Public engagement, outreach and impact support 

• General Administration

For a full list of responsibilities please see the Job Description

About the Faculty

The role sits within Nested Cinema, a research project funded through an Arts and Humanities Research Council (AHRC) Catalyst Award and based within the Faculty of Social Sciences, Humanities & The Arts for People and Economy (SHAPE), reporting to the Project Lead. The post-holder will also work closely with members of the project team, particularly colleagues supporting the project’s impact and engagement activities, but will also develop effective working relationships with the project’s partner organisations, including Cultplex and Abandon Normal Devices (AND), and with filmmakers and members of the public who take part in the project.

Whats in it for you?

• Competitive salary
• Flexible working - we support a culture of flexible and agile working to help you find the right balance
• Professional development - we offer a comprehensive package of training and development opportunities to help you achieve your full potential
• The Perks! - MySalford, our online employee portal offers a wide range of lifestyle benefits and discounts
• Wellbeing support - all our people are important to us and we have services and facilities dedicated to your mental and physical health, ranging from an Employee Assistance Programme and counselling, to sports and fitness facilities including discounted gym memberships 
• Our MediaCity campus is at the heart of a world-renowned digital and media hub 
• Team Salford - join us here in Salford and be part of one of the UK's fastest growing universities

Job Description