Media Officer

This contract with our government client is for a Media Officer for 7 months based in Bristol, Swansea or Nottingham – 60% in the office per month.  

As a Press & Media Officer, your main responsibilities will be:  

• Draft proactive and reactive social media messages for a range of external channels.  

• Create quality publishable content such as press releases and blogs, making sure that content meets accessibility and usability standards in accordance with Government Digital Service (GDS) guidance.  

• Support the wider media team with press enquiries.  

• Develop and nurture excellent relationships with internal colleagues, stakeholders and external contacts in the media.  

• Contribute to the delivery of external communications campaigns and plans.  

• Maintain an awareness of the news agenda and emerging news events.

Essential:  

• Copywriting / content production experience, primarily around social media / blogs/ website etc.  

• Good verbal and written communication skills  

• Press Office experience  

• The ability to write clearly and simply, using plain English.  

• A practical understanding of how print, broadcast and digital media work, including the media cycle, circulation and deadlines.  

• The ability to work under pressure to meet tight deadlines.