The Government Digital Service (GDS) is the digital centre of government. We are responsible for setting, leading and delivering the vision for a modern digital government.

Our priorities are to drive a modern digital government, by:

Joining up public sector services
Harnessing the power of AI for the public good
Strengthening and extending our digital and data public infrastructure
Elevating leadership and investing in talent
Funding for outcomes and procuring for growth and innovation
Committing to transparency and driving accountability
We are home to the Incubator for Artificial Intelligence (I.AI), the world-leading GOV.UK, and at the forefront of coordinating the UK's geospatial strategy and activity. We lead the Government Digital and Data function and champion the work of digital teams across government.

We're part of the Department for Science, Innovation and Technology (DSIT) and employ more than 1,000 people all over the UK, with hubs in Manchester, London and Bristol.

The Government Digital Service is where talent translates into impact. From your first day, you'll be working with some of the world's most highly-skilled digital professionals, all contributing their knowledge to make change on a national scale.

Join us for rewarding work that makes a difference across the UK. You'll solve some of the nation's highest-priority digital challenges, helping millions of people access services they need.

We are looking for a versatile and dynamic individual to join our team as an Assistant Commissioning Producer, creating content for GOV.UK's digital and social media channels.

In this role, you will play a vital part in the content development and production process, assisting with commissioning content while also preferably possessing the skills to shoot and edit engaging social video content as required.

You will work closely with the commissioning team to develop and produce high-quality video content for various platforms, contributing your creative vision and technical expertise.

You will also liaise with external agencies, content creators and freelancers as required.

Job description
As a Assistant Commissioning Producer you'll:

Assist in Commissioning Content:

collaborate with the commissioning team to identify potential content creators, freelancers, and partners
assist in negotiating contracts and agreements with content creators
coordinate project timelines, deliverables, and budgets
support the commissioning team in developing content concepts and strategies
Shoot Social Videos:

utilise your videography skills to shoot high-quality video content tailored for social media platforms
capture engaging footage that aligns with the brand's objectives and target audience
ensure proper lighting, framing, and audio quality during filming
adapt shooting techniques to various environments and situations
Edit Social Videos:

edit raw footage into compelling social videos that resonate with the target audience
use editing software to add graphics, text overlays, music, and other visual elements
implement creative storytelling techniques to maximise engagement
optimise videos for specific social media platforms, considering aspect ratios, video lengths, and other platform-specific requirements
work with other team members across social video output to ensure content is optimised for each platform
Content Optimisation:

stay updated on social media trends, algorithms, and best practices to optimise content performance
analyse video metrics and audience feedback to identify opportunities for improvement
collaborate with the commissioning team to iterate on content strategies based on performance data
Project Management:

work with the Commissioning Producer to manage multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring deadlines and deliverables are met
coordinate with internal and external stakeholders to streamline production processes
maintain organised files and documentation related to video shoots and edits
experience of creating or managing digital/social content for a brand, agency or similar
proven experience in video production, with a focus on shooting and editing social videos
proficiency in videography equipment, including cameras, lighting, and audio gear
advanced skills in video editing software such as Adobe Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro, or similar tools
strong understanding of social media platforms (e.g., Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, YouTube) and their content requirements
creative mindset with the ability to generate innovative content ideas
excellent communication and collaboration skills
strong project management abilities with the capacity to multitask and prioritise effectively
Person specification
We're interested in people who:

have experience in digital and/or social content production with a focus on commissioning and overseeing content creation
have an understanding of digital and social media platforms, audiences, trends, and best practices
have excellent project management skills, with the ability to prioritise tasks, meet deadlines, and manage multiple projects simultaneously
can demonstrate creative thinking and a keen eye for quality content, with the ability to provide constructive feedback and guidance to teams, content creators and external stakeholders
possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with internal teams and external partners
understand and use analytics tools and platforms for monitoring and analysing content performance
have strong attention to detail and commitment to maintaining high standards of quality and brand consistency
can adapt to a fast-paced and evolving environment, with a proactive and solution-oriented approach
familiarity with content creation tools and software, such as Adobe Creative Suite, Canva, or video editing software
experience with influencer marketing or partnerships with digital content creators