Multi - Media Officer

Salary £30,333 rising by yearly increments to a maximum of £32,613 per annum + Excellent Benefits including Government Pension

Location: Police Headquarters, Exeter

Type of employment: Permanent

Closing Date: 18/05/2027 at 12:00.

Hours per week: this role is 37 hours per week. However, we welcome applications from individuals wishing to work on a part-time basis and we are willing to consider flexible working patterns subject to business need

About the role

Are you a passionate creator with a talent for video production, photography, and digital content? Have you graduated in media, film production, or photography? Or maybe you're a digital content creator with a flair for social media and storytelling? If so, this could be your perfect next step!

Devon and Cornwall Police is looking for a Multi-Media Officer to join our progressive communications team. You'll be at the heart of producing compelling multimedia content for both public and internal projects, from corporate videos to social media campaigns.

Why Join Us?

• Dynamic Filming Opportunities : From documenting real-world policing scenarios to creating stock video footage for internal and public use, no two days are the same. You’ll even have the chance to gain a commercial drone license , giving you the freedom to capture incredible aerial footage.
• Travel Across All Regions : You'll have the unique opportunity to travel around the entire Devon, Cornwall, and Dorset regions , filming a wide range of policing activities. From community engagement events to dynamic operations, you'll be capturing content that showcases the full scope of our work.
• Creative Freedom with Cutting-Edge Equipment : You’ll use a range of gear, from GoPro, drone, to a high-end 6K camera , giving you hands-on experience with some of the best technology in the industry.
• Fast-Paced and Adaptable : You'll need to be creative and adaptable under pressure, often working to tight deadlines on projects that require quick turnarounds.
• Social Media Innovation : We’re forward-thinking when it comes to engaging the public. As a key part of our team, you'll help shape our social media presence, creating engaging, impactful content to enhance our public relations and community engagement.

Key Responsibilities

• Produce and edit multimedia content, including video, audio, and video graphics for public and internal use.
• Travel across all regions of the Force, filming a wide variety of policing situations and activities.
• Create compelling social media content that engages our communities and tells the stories behind our work.
• Help produce PR videos and campaigns that enhance the Force’s reputation.
• Use a range of filming equipment to capture dynamic footage.
• Gain valuable experience in drone filming, enhancing your technical skills while capturing dynamic, aerial footage.

Who Are We Looking For?

You’re someone who:

• Has graduated in media, film production, photography, or a related field—or you’re a self-taught digital content creator.
• Has a strong passion for video production, photography, and social media.
• Is excited to use industry-standard tools like Adobe Creative Suite or DaVinci Resolve Studio and can produce polished, professional multimedia content.
• Thrives in a fast-paced environment, staying adaptable under pressure and tight timescales .
• Loves the idea of travelling and filming across beautiful regions, capturing the reality of modern policing.

Essential Skills & Experience

• A proven ability to create, edit, and deliver digital content across multiple platforms.
• Demonstrable experience with photography, video production, and audio recording.
• Knowledge of social media trends and how to use them to engage with diverse audiences.
• Proficiency with digital design software such as Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign.
• Experience using a wide variety of filming equipment.

Ready to Make an Impact?

Join Devon and Cornwall Police as a Multi-Media Officer and use your creative skills to make a difference. Not only will you be producing exciting multimedia content, but you’ll also be travelling across stunning regions, using cutting-edge equipment, and contributing to public safety and community engagement.

Apply today and start shaping the future of police communications.

Want to know more about this role?

Please click on the 'Apply' button to be taken to the vacancy on our website for further information about the role including the role profile. For a conversation regarding the role, once you have viewed the full details on our website, please contact:

Hiring Line Manager: Reuben MILLARD - Digital and Technical Development Manager

Email Address: ***email_hidden***

PLEASE NOTE: Should you decide to apply for this role, when you are asked to state how you found out about this vacancy, please remember to select LinkedIn.

What you get if you join us

If you work for us, you will get access to:

• A competitive salary with yearly increments.
• Access to heavily subsidised gym membership that will provide you access to police site gyms throughout the counties.
• Access to the Blue Light Card Scheme for discounts and services (requires a one-off payment of £5).
• Company sick pay.
• Competitive local government pension scheme.
• Job related equipment supplied, as required.
• Free onsite parking at many police sites throughout the counties.
• Access to Group insurance scheme (via salary sacrifice scheme).
• Support networks, free Employees' Assistance Programme, Occupational Health and wellbeing services.
• Development and training opportunities available.
• Supportive and flexible training plan, including regular check-ins throughout your initial period of joining us to ensure you are up to speed with the role and getting the support you need.
• Flexitime, with the ability to undertake your hours flexibly and in line with business need.
• Hybrid working, with the ability to work remotely at times throughout the working week (once signed off the training plan).