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Digital Engagement Officer in Museum - Communications

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  • Job
    Full-time
    Mid & Senior Level
  • Marketing
    Media & Journalism
  • London

Requirements

  • Significant experience in planning and developing content for websites and social media in a museum or other cultural organisation.
  • Experience in developing audio guides online content for platforms like Smartify, Bloomberg Connects, Google Arts and Culture and Art UK.
  • Excellent communications skills, including the ability to write, proof and edit across a wide range of digital channels.
  • Experience of, and enthusiasm for, creating engaging digital narratives to encourage the widest possible audience engagement.
  • Experience of managing and using digital platforms, including Twitter, Facebook and Instagram.
  • Experience of working with Axiell Collections, or other collections management software.
  • Experience of managing, analysing and interpreting user statistics e.g. Google Analytics, Twitter, Facebook and Instagram and other platform data.
  • The ability to work effectively alone and on own initiative, as well as being able to work collaboratively within a team.
  • A demonstrable interest in, and some knowledge of, the current role and history of the Bank of England.
  • Familiarity or experience of Khoros or other social media management software.
  • Experience of working with Adobe Creative Suite or other creative packages like Canva.
  • This role will require a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

Responsibilities

  • Delivering digital engagement and strategies to support collections interpretation, display and other activity as relevant, including developing audio guides and online exhibitions.
  • Writing, editing and delivering social media posts across all platforms, working closely with the Bank’s central social media team.
  • Developing, writing and delivering creative collections-based content on the Museum website.
  • Maintaining industry knowledge of new digital developments, social media trends and platforms and sharing information with and upskilling colleagues.
  • Using analytics data and user statistics to evaluate the success of digital campaigns and online initiatives.
  • Working across the wider Public and Stakeholder Engagement team to support development and delivery of other digital initiatives as required.
  • Working with colleagues to improve the accessibility of our digital content.

FAQs

What is the primary responsibility of the Digital Engagement Officer?

The primary responsibility is to oversee the design and delivery of dynamic and engaging content on the Museum’s digital platforms, including website content, digital interactives, and social media.

Is the position based on-site or remote?

The position will be based on-site at the Bank of England Museum.

What qualifications are required for this role?

Significant experience in planning and developing content for websites and social media in a cultural organization, as well as experience in developing audio guides and managing digital platforms.

Are there any specific software skills required for this job?

Yes, experience with Axiell Collections or other collections management software and familiarity with Adobe Creative Suite or creative packages like Canva are desirable.

What is the salary range for the Digital Engagement Officer position?

The salary for this role is circa £28,320-£31,860.

Will the Digital Engagement Officer need to conduct front-of-house shifts?

Yes, the jobholder will be expected to support other team members across a range of duties, including a small number of regular front-of-house shifts.

What type of digital content will the officer develop?

The officer will develop collections-based content for the museum website and online exhibitions, as well as deliver social media posts and audio guides.

Is a DBS check required for this role?

Yes, the role will require a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

What is the team's mission within the Bank’s Communications Directorate?

The mission is to improve understanding of the Bank’s role to ensure openness and accountability.

When does the application for this role close?

The application for this role closes on 10th November 2024.

As the UK's central bank we work to ensure low inflation, trust in banknotes and a stable financial system.

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Mission & Purpose

The Bank of England is the central bank of the United Kingdom. Sometimes known as the “Old Lady” of Threadneedle Street, the Bank was founded in 1694 with a founding charter that stated its purpose was to “promote the public good and benefit of our people”. The Bank of England’s purpose today reflects that vision first articulated by our founders. Our mission: to promote the good of the people of the United Kingdom by maintaining monetary and financial stability.he Bank of England is the central bank of the United Kingdom. Sometimes known as the “Old Lady” of Threadneedle Street, the Bank was founded in 1694 with a founding charter that stated its purpose was to “promote the public good and benefit of our people”. The Bank of England’s purpose today reflects that vision first articulated by our founders. Our mission: to promote the good of the people of the United Kingdom by maintaining monetary and financial stability.