Social Media Content Creator/Production Role

Reference
1101622

Branch
University of Staffordshire

Start date
20/10/2025

Duration
Ongoing

Hours and days
To begin with 6 hours, one day a week. Which day TBC with successful applicant

Dress code
Smart Casual

Rate of pay
£12.21

Holiday rate
£1.47

Role

We are looking for a technically skilled and creative Behind-the-Camera Operator to manage and produce high-quality TikTok Live sessions using OBS (Open Broadcaster Software). You will be responsible for running the live show from a production standpoint — setting up streams, managing transitions, live chat moderation tools, and ensuring seamless visual and audio output. This is a technical and creative role, ideal for someone who understands the fast pace of live commerce and social media engagement.

Duties and responsibilities

• Set up, manage, and operate TikTok Live sessions using OBS Studio.
• Work closely with on-camera talent to coordinate timing, script cues, and product call-outs.
• Design and manage live overlays, transitions, graphics, and media assets in OBS.
• Monitor and maintain audio/video quality throughout the live stream.
• Troubleshoot technical issues in real-time to ensure uninterrupted streams.
• Assist with lighting, camera setup, and sound check prior to going live.
• Collaborate with social/content teams on weekly live show planning and visual themes.
• Manage live interaction elements (e.g. polling, Q&As, comment moderation support)

 

Skills and experience

• Proven experience using OBS Studio in a live-streaming environment.
• Solid knowledge of camera and audio equipment setup.
• Strong understanding of TikTok Live, its features, and audience expectations.
• Comfortable in a fast-paced, high-pressure live broadcast setting.
• Ability to troubleshoot on the fly (stream drops, audio sync issues, etc.)
• Basic understanding of TikTok trends, live shopping, and influencer culture.
• Excellent communication and coordination skills.
• Bonus: Familiarity with stream plugins, widgets, and custom OBS layouts.

Desirable (Not Required):

• Experience with other live-stream platforms (e.g. Instagram Live, Twitch, YouTube Live)
• Basic video editing or motion graphics (Adobe Premiere, After Effects)
• Experience working with ecommerce or live selling formats.
• Ability to adapt and work flexible hours depending on stream schedule.

Location
Hanley, Stoke on Trent

Benefits

• Opportunity to be part of a fast-growing, creative team at the cutting edge of live content.
• Creative input in how shows look and feel from a production perspective.
• Access to professional equipment and software.
• Potential to grow into broader video production or content roles

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