Senior Communications, Marketing and Audience Development(UK visa sponsorship available)
Job Description
About the Role
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the Division of Library, Culture and Heritage at the University of Sussex as a Senior Communications, Marketing and Audience Development Officer.
In this newly established post, you will play a pivotal role in developing and implementing strategies to enhance the Division’s visibility and engagement across internal, local, national, and international audiences.
You will lead on communications and marketing for the Attenborough Centre for the Creative Arts (ACCA) — an interdisciplinary arts hub on campus — with a particular focus on promoting its public programme and community events.
Key responsibilities include
Developing and delivering creative and effective communications and marketing strategies.
Managing the Division’s online presence and social media channels.
Building strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
Coordinating media partnerships and promotional collaborations.
Producing compelling content and storytelling that reflects the Division’s values and vision.
This role provides an exciting opportunity to contribute to a dynamic and growing Division that celebrates culture, heritage, and creativity as integral parts of university life.
About You
You are a motivated and experienced communications and marketing professional with a strong interest in the arts, culture, and heritage sectors.
You will have:
Proven experience in communications, marketing, or audience development roles.
Excellent copywriting and editing skills, with an eye for engaging storytelling.
Experience in social media management and digital content creation.
The ability to collaborate with artists, producers, promoters, and creative professionals.
Experience directing or coordinating photography or video projects.
A good understanding of the arts and cultural landscape in Sussex is desirable but not essential. Above all, you will bring creativity, strategic thinking, and a passion for expanding access to the arts for all.
About the Division
The Library, Culture & Heritage Division was established in 2024 and brings together:
The University of Sussex Library
The Keep (an archive partnership with East Sussex County Council and Brighton & Hove City Council)
The Attenborough Centre for the Creative Arts (ACCA)
This is an exciting time to join the Division as it develops its first strategic plan, designed to strengthen its impact across research, teaching, culture, and civic engagement.
About the Attenborough Centre for the Creative Arts (ACCA)
The Attenborough Centre for the Creative Arts is a vibrant, interdisciplinary arts hub connecting the University with regional, national, and international creative communities. It presents an annual programme of performance, dance, live art, music, film, digital practices, and discussion events.
Inspired by the values of Sir Richard Attenborough — human rights, social justice, creative education, and access to the arts — ACCA embodies his legacy through inclusive, thought-provoking, and socially engaged programming.
Why Work Here
Our campus is located next to the South Downs National Park, offering a beautiful, green working environment just minutes from Brighton.
Excellent transport links: Falmer train station is a five-minute walk away, and multiple bus routes serve the campus.
Sustainability-focused commuting: Dedicated cycling paths and a Cycle to Work scheme.
Inclusive and welcoming culture: The University of Sussex is a research-led international university that values creativity, diversity, and innovation.
Find out more about:
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion at Sussex
Reward and Benefits for Staff
Visa Sponsorship Information
This role may be eligible for Skilled Worker Visa sponsorship under SOC code 2493. The current going rate is £41,700.
Eligibility for sponsorship will depend on whether:
The candidate qualifies for tradeable points to meet the salary threshold; or
Holds an existing Skilled Worker visa sponsorship granted before 4 April 2024.
Our Commitment to Diversity
The University of Sussex values the diversity of its staff and students and welcomes applications from people of all backgrounds.
All work undertaken for the University must be performed within the UK.
