Content and Design Officer Temp Full Time

Honeycomb is delighted to be working with Ards and North Down borough Council to recruit a Content and Design Officer on a temporary full time basis.

Location: Bangor, Co. Down
Organisation: Ards and North Down Borough Council
Contract Type: Temporary, Full-Time
Salary: £21.29 per hour (£39,862 per annum equivalent, pro rata)

Shape the Creative Voice of Your Community

Honeycomb is delighted to be partnering with Ards and North Down Borough Council to recruit a talented and innovative Content and Design Officer for a temporary full-time opportunity based in Bangor.

This is an exciting role for a creative professional who thrives on bringing ideas to life through compelling visual design, engaging content, and impactful campaigns. Working within a dynamic communications environment, you will play a key role in developing high-quality creative assets that promote Council services, events, and initiatives across a variety of platforms.

If you are enthusiastic about branding, design, and storytelling, and have the technical expertise to deliver exceptional creative work from concept through to completion, we would love to hear from you.

The Opportunity

As Content and Design Officer, you will be responsible for creating and delivering engaging visual communications that support the Council's strategic objectives. You will work on a diverse range of projects, ensuring all creative output reflects the Council's brand identity and maintains the highest standards of quality and consistency.

This role offers the opportunity to work on meaningful projects that directly impact local communities while highlighting your creative and project management expertise.

Key Responsibilities

Your duties will include, but will not be limited to:

• Developing creative concepts and producing high-quality design solutions across print, digital, social media, and campaign materials.
• Managing design projects from initial brief through to final production, ensuring delivery on time, within scope and to a high standard.
• Creating, developing, and maintaining strong brand consistency across all communications and marketing collateral.
• Designing engaging content that enhances audience engagement and promotes Council services, programmes, and events.
• Preparing and presenting creative concepts and design solutions to colleagues, stakeholders, and senior management.
• Consulting with printers, suppliers, and production partners to ensure the effective production and delivery of marketing materials.
• Ensuring all creative work aligns with brand guidelines and organisational objectives.
• Managing multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining exceptional attention to detail and creative excellence.
• Supporting the wider communications and marketing function with innovative design and content solutions.
• Maintaining awareness of emerging design trends, technologies, and best practices.

Essential Criteria

To be considered for this position, applicants must demonstrate:

• Proven experience in branding, advertising campaigns, exhibition design, and digital media.
• Strong project management skills with the ability to successfully deliver creative projects from concept through to production.
• Excellent presentation, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills.
• A strong understanding of brand architecture, visual identity, and creative consistency.

Technical Skills

Applicants should also possess:

• Extensive knowledge of print production processes and experience collaborating with external suppliers and printers.
• The ability to work accurately and efficiently in a fast-paced environment while managing competing deadlines.
• Advanced proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, including:

• Illustrator
• InDesign
• Photoshop
• Adobe Express
• Strong working knowledge of:
• Canva
• Microsoft PowerPoint
• Microsoft Word
• Microsoft Excel

Why Apply?

• Competitive hourly rate of £21.29 per hour.
• Annual salary equivalent of £39,862 (pro rata).
• Opportunity to work within a respected local authority.
• Diverse and rewarding portfolio of creative projects.
• Collaborative and supportive working environment.
• Chance to make a real impact through communications that engage and inform local communities.

If you are a creative thinker with exceptional design skills and a passion for delivering outstanding visual communications, this is an excellent opportunity to highlight your talent and contribute to meaningful work within Ards and North Down Borough Council.

If you are an organised, detail-driven professional with grants administration experience and a passion for supporting community initiatives, we would like to hear from you.

To apply in confidence, please submit your CV via the link provided or contact Geraldine Stevenson for more information.

If you require any adjustments or support during the recruitment process, please let us know so appropriate arrangements can be made.

Please note: Successful candidates may need to complete a Basic or Enhanced Access NI check (fee of £18+). A previous conviction will not automatically prevent appointment; all disclosures are managed confidentially.

Honeycomb is an equal opportunities employer. Due to high application volumes, we may not be able to respond to every applicant individually, but we appreciate your interest in this role.