Job Description: Digital
Content Assistant
Job Description
JOB TITLE
Digital Content Assistant
DIRECTORATE
Information Services
LOCATION &
HOURS
Rosebery House, 9 Haymarket Terrace, Edinburgh. EH12 5EZ, Monday to
Friday 9am to 5pm
REPORTS TO
Content Editor
SALARY
JFC1 £16,800-£18,400 per annum
Job Purpose
The Digital Content Assistant will support the Content Editor to enhance Young Scot’s digital
information and social media services through the development of digital/social content. The role
will involve working creatively to develop a wide range of content types for platforms such as
Snapchat, Instagram and YouTube. The post will also have a focus on video production,
supporting the creation of content by young people and volunteers.
Key Responsibilities
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To work collaboratively with the Content Editor to visually communicate key information
content on Young Scot digital and social platforms.
To storyboard, plan, record and edit video content – this will also include animated/illustrated
content and vlogs.
To work on a one to one basis with young people to create and record video content
To support the production of visual content by young people & volunteers.
To ensure fresh content is disseminated on multiple Young Scot social channels on a daily
basis.
To assist with development & maintenance of the Young Scot content studio.
To manage stakeholder image library within Young Scot Content Management System.
To provide support and guidance to partners around content development.
Young Scot Enterprise (known as Young Scot) is a company limited by guarantee. Registered in Scotland, No 202687 and is a registered Scottish Charity, No SC029757.
Registered Office: Rosebery House, 9 Haymarket Terrace, Edinburgh, EH12 5EZ.
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Job Description: Digital Content Assistant
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To research and develop current and potential new digital channels for Young Scot services.
Carry out other duties as requested by the Content Editor.
Person Specification
QUALITY: ESSENTIAL (E); DESIRABLE (D)
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EXPERIENCE
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ASSESMENT METHOD
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Application
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Application
Interview
Task
Ability to think creatively and to communicate creative 
ideas to others. (E)
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Ability to pick up new tools quickly and adapt to
unforeseen circumstances. (E)
Attention to detail and to seek the highest visual
standard (E)
Excellent ability to work across teams (E)
Excellent digital and information technology skills (E)
Excellent written and oral communication skills (E)
Application
Interview
Educated to Degree standard or equivalent relevant
experience (E)
Experience of online information and communication
tools such as social media, video streaming, podcasts
etc. (E)
Experience of producing content across a range of
disciplines including illustration & animation. (D)
Experience of working with Adobe Creative Suite, in
particular; Premiere Pro, InDesign, After Effects and
Photoshop. (E)
Experience of creating written content (D)
Experience of working with content management
systems. (D)
Experience of working with users to gather feedback
and to test systems. (D)
Experience of working effectively in a team and
leading on own initiative. (E)
Face to face working with young people. (D)
Young Scot Enterprise (known as Young Scot) is a company limited by guarantee. Registered in Scotland, No 202687 and is a registered Scottish Charity, No SC029757.
Registered Office: Rosebery House, 9 Haymarket Terrace, Edinburgh, EH12 5EZ.
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COMPETENCY
ESSENTIAL
Achieving Excellence – Level 2
WORKS TO GOALS AND MANAGES CHALLENGES
Understands the link between their own work and the organisation’s
strategic aims. Works towards goals set by others. Measures progress
against targets. Seeks to understand challenges and to find ways to
manage these. Acknowledges the work and contribution of others but
can also provide an opinion from their own expertise. Has the
confidence to admit when they do not know.
ESSENTIAL
Understanding Issues & Finding Solutions – Level 2
ADAPTS EXISTING APPROACH, AND LOOKS AHEAD
Identifies and exploits opportunities in the short-term. Applies one’s
own knowledge and expertise to developing new approaches to
exploiting these. Looks at the opportunities and identifies key issues and
uses this to prioritise and plan.
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Collaborating for Success – Level 2
BUILDS RAPPORT & ADDS VALUE
Demonstrates awareness of the strategic importance of effective
stakeholder relationships in, improving organisational delivery and in
managing risk. Uses a planned approach to build positive relationships.
Questions how this is adding value for the stakeholder and makes
decisions with the stakeholder in mind.
ESSENTIAL
Working with People – Level 2
SUPPORTS TEAM DEVELOPMENT
Sets standards or deadlines, providing appropriate feedback when
required. Helps individuals to start again when setbacks occur. Works to
provide support to ensure an effective working environment. Actively
includes individuals from diverse backgrounds in team activities.
Encourages work-life balance amongst staff to maintain a healthy
workforce and promote long term effectiveness. Spends time helping
others think through issues. Speaks positively of others. Accepts
feedback from others without being defensive.
Young Scot Enterprise (known as Young Scot) is a company limited by guarantee. Registered in Scotland, No 202687 and is a registered Scottish Charity, No SC029757.
Registered Office: Rosebery House, 9 Haymarket Terrace, Edinburgh, EH12 5EZ.
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COMPETENCY
ESSENTIAL
Ability to Adapt – Level 2
APPLIES PROCEDURES FLEXIBLY
Applies rules or procedures flexibly, depending on the individual
situation, to accomplish tasks or activities more effectively. Responds
effectively to changing circumstances. Remains focused when faced
with competing demands. Makes reasonable adjustments to ensure
maximum effectiveness and motivation of self and others.
Young Scot Enterprise (known as Young Scot) is a company limited by guarantee. Registered in Scotland, No 202687 and is a registered Scottish Charity, No SC029757.
Registered Office: Rosebery House, 9 Haymarket Terrace, Edinburgh, EH12 5EZ.
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