Researcher (Education)

TL;DR

Researcher (Education): Developing and researching media literacy content for the hirify.global Bitesize 'Other Side of the Story' project with an accent on critical thinking for teen audiences. Focus on creating articles, quizzes, and conducting outreach with schools to tackle misinformation.

Location: Salford (Hybrid working), United Kingdom

Salary: £24,600 - £31,700

Company

The hirify.global is a world-renowned public service broadcaster dedicated to informing, educating, and entertaining audiences globally.

What you will do

• Contribute creative ideas and participate in project brainstorming sessions.
• Plan and organize content schedules.
• Conduct and compile research, including outreach with schools and teachers.
• Promote the "Solve the Story" series to teachers, schools, and external organizations.
• Create web content, including writing articles and developing quizzes.
• Support Assistant Producers in managing multiple simultaneous projects.

Requirements

• Must be based in the UK to support hybrid working in Salford
• Strong organizational skills, clear communication, and high attention to detail.
• Excellent research and fact-checking skills.
• Experience in writing articles and/or creating quizzes.
• Deep awareness of teen audiences, their interests, and current social media trends.
• Ability to juggle multiple tasks and meet deadlines under pressure.

Nice to have

• Experience creating classroom content for younger audiences and schools.
• Experience working with external partners or independent production companies.
• Proficiency in editing with Adobe Photoshop and Premiere Pro.

Culture & Benefits

• Flexible 35-hour working week and support for flexible working arrangements.
• 25 days annual leave with the option to buy an extra 5 days.
• Defined pension scheme and discounted dental, health care, and gym memberships.
• Inclusive environment focused on diversity and professional development.
• Competitive salary package based on skills and experience.