Production Assistant

Environmental Justice Foundation; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 29,000; Full time

Job summary

An environmental organization is seeking a motivated Production Assistant to support their Film Unit in London. The role involves pre-production research, editing visual content, and creating engaging videos for campaigns. Ideal candidates will have strong attention to detail, familiarity with video editing tools, and a genuine interest in environmental and human rights issues. This is a full-time, hybrid position offering a salary of £29,000 per year.

Benefits

Private healthcare package

Generous pension contributions

22 days of leave per year

Cycle-to-work scheme

Qualifications

• Strong attention to detail, factual accuracy, and organisational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• A genuine interest in environmental and human rights issues.

Responsibilities

• Support pre‑production research and logistics.
• Assist in fact-checking and proofreading.
• Select highlights from rushes for producers and editors.
• Help source archive and fair-use footage.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Familiarity with Adobe Premiere Pro

Basic knowledge of After Effects

Understanding of social media formats

Willingness to learn

Tools

Adobe Premiere Pro

After Effects

Photoshop

Lightroom

Job description

Location : London (Hybrid – 4 days office / 1 day home working after probation)

Contract : Full‑time, permanent

Reporting to : Senior Producer & Film Unit Manager

Salary range : £29,000 per annum (depending on experience)

Benefits:

• Private healthcare package
• Generous pension contributions, increasing with each year of service
• 22 days of leave per year, increasing by 1 day after the first year and then by 2 thereafter.
• Cycle-to-work scheme

About the Environmental Justice Foundation (EJF)

The Environmental Justice Foundation (EJF) works internationally to protect the natural world and defend the human rights of those who depend on it. We use powerful films, campaigns, and investigations to expose abuses and drive systemic change, from illegal fishing and deforestation to climate breakdown and threats to environmental defenders.

We believe in equity, transparency, and justice - empowering communities on the frontlines of environmental crises and amplifying their voices to secure lasting change.

About the Role

This is an excellent entry‑level opportunity for a motivated and creative individual to start their career in environmental film production and campaigning.

As Production Assistant, you will play a vital supporting role within EJF’s Film Unit — helping to research, edit, and organise visual content that strengthens our campaigns. You will learn from experienced producers and editors, gaining hands‑on experience in documentary and campaign filmmaking, research, and digital storytelling.

Key Responsibilities

• Support pre‑production research, including desk‑based location scouting, logistics, and preparation of concise briefs
• Assist in fact‑checking and proofreading scripts, captions, and reports
• Select highlights from rushes and compile clip reels for producers and editors
• Support the creation of engaging short videos for social media and events
• Prepare graphics, text, and subtitles; make amendments following feedback
• Organise and archive digital assets — processing and tagging photos and footage
• Help source archive, fair‑use footage, and music for editors
• Contribute creative ideas and support for new content across campaigns
• Assist the Film Unit in day‑to‑day tasks to ensure smooth production workflows

Essential Skills and Attributes

• Strong attention to detail, factual accuracy, and organisational skills
• Familiarity with Adobe Premiere Pro
• Basic knowledge of After Effects, Audition, Photoshop or Lightroom
• Understanding of social media formats and trends
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines
• A collaborative mindset - comfortable taking direction and feedbackA genuine interest in environmental and human rights issues
• A willingness to learn, adapt and develop technical and creative skills

Desirable Skills

• Experience filming or using cameras in field or studio environments
• Experience using InDesign, Illustrator, or other design tools
• Basic understanding of editing workflows or file structuring
• Foreign language skills

How to Apply

Please send your CV and a short cover letter (maximum 1 page) explaining why you are the right person for this role to [e-mail].

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK.

The closing date for applications is 9am on Monday 1st December 2025.

EJF is an equal opportunities employer

EJF is committed to promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion in our workplace. We welcome and strongly encourage applications from all backgrounds, particularly those under‑represented in the environmental and media sectors.