Join Our Student Committee


WE’RE BUILDING A NEW COMMITTEE

Our community not for profit organisation is created by students for students, and our committee is made up of LGBTQIA+ University students.

We need hard-working, enthusiastic, self-motivated, team players to join our student committee!

We will up-skill you, give you professional mentorship and access to unrivalled opportunities as you become part of the team that puts on the largest student LGBTQIA+ event in the UK.

We’re looking for current students who:

  • Have a passion for LGBTQIA+ activism

  • Will use their initiative and come up with exciting new ideas

  • Can work as part of a team and individually, completing any tasks thoroughly and efficiently

  • Are based in the UK and can attend meetings on Wednesday evenings in London / hybrid

  • Are free for the main festival from 11 -15 Feb in London

Whilst each committee member will have their area outlined below, all will be collectively responsible for the event as a whole, direction and strategy.

If you would like to have an informal discussion about joining the committee please contact Kaze: kaze@studentpride.co.uk

Deadline for applications: Wednesday 26 November 23:59.

Interviews for shortlisted candidates will be held virtually w/c 1 December.

Committee Roles

  • Social Media & Press

    1 Role

    We are looking for 3 people for a media team to implement a social media branding strategy set by the whole committee with professional guidance. 

    The focus will be on visually-driven, short-form content (memes, reels, stories etc) that… 

    -Resonates with LGBT+ students 
    -Highlights diverse voices
    -Recaps past events and new content for quick updates and trends

    As a team you will work with multiple platforms including, but not limited to:

    - Instagram: answering DMs, creating content & supporting other members of team in liaising with external groups/societies 

    - TikTok: creating content & developing a strong brand 

    - LinkedIn: Professional networking and highlighting achievements within the LGBT+ student community

    -Youtube: Engaging shorts and longer videos using recaps and new content

    -Mailchimp: use newsletters for event announcements, community stories, and broader updates

    The role will also include press and content scheduling 

    -Press releases: Build relationships with Student and LGBT media and issue press releases for coverage of the event.

    - Yearly Calendar: Schedule content year round using our back catalogue of content, schedule for awareness days and university-specific events.

    -Monthly Themes: Focus on specific topics each month to build consistent engagement.

    - Current Trends: Stay agile with trends, especially on TikTok and Instagram.

    We’re looking for someone who can take initiative to create engaging content and is, preferably, comfortable on camera. 

    Through this role, you will develop: 

    1. An excellent understanding of the LGBTQIA+ community and what is prominently being publicised currently.

    2. Experience with copy or media/social media and preferably studying on a media based course or an ability to demonstrate skills in the area.

    3. An ability to craft compelling content through SEO, persuasive storytelling and data analysis to drive engagement across our various digital platforms.

  • Graphics & Animation

    2 Roles

    We are seeking one graphic designer and one animation designer to join our team. The ideal candidate will bring fresh ideas, vibrant visuals, and engaging animations to help celebrate diversity, inclusion, and student pride across digital and print platforms.


    Key Responsibilities

    - Develop eye-catching graphics, banners, posters, and digital content 

    - Collaborate with the social media team to create content 

    - Design work will include posters and flyers distributed to universities and colleges across the UK, as well as adverts for partner magazines such as Attitude Magazine and The New Statesman.

    - Design assets for event branding, including signage, red carpet backdrops, bar fronts, staging, and exhibition displays.

    - Manage multiple projects simultaneously, meeting deadlines and maintaining high-quality standards.

    - Stay updated on current design and animation trends to ensure content remains fresh and engaging.


    Requirements:

    - Experience in graphic design and animation, preferably for events or campaigns targeting youth and students 

    - Proficiency in design and animation software such as Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, After Effects, Premiere Pro).

    - Strong portfolio showcasing previous graphic design and animation work.


Apply below!