UNPAID VOLUNTEER - Video Producers

Blockchain & Climate Institute/ BCI America Inc.; London; Remote; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading organization in climate action is looking for a creative Video Producer to join as an unpaid volunteer. The role involves supporting communication strategies by creating engaging video content. Ideal candidates should showcase creativity, storytelling skills, and proficiency with design software. This is a great opportunity to gain experience in the climate action sector while working with like-minded peers.

Benefits

Gain valuable experience

Networking opportunities

Skill development in video production and editing

Qualifications

• Experience creating video content and working with motion graphics.
• Strong portfolio showcasing visual communication work.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively on projects.

Responsibilities

• Support the implementation of the BCI Communications strategy.
• Conceptualize video content for various communication activities.
• Create engaging audio-visual content for multiple media.

Skills

Creativity

Attention to detail

Excellent organizational skills

Education

Relevant degree or experience in video creation

Tools

Adobe After Effects

Adobe Photoshop

Toon Boom

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12.08.2025

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Job Description:

THIS IS AN UNPAID VOLUNTEERING ROLE.

Role Title: Video Producers

Location: Home-based

We are looking for a creative and innovative VOLUNTEER who is keen to play a progressive role in the climate action community through the use of design creatives. The Video Producers will support the delivery of the BCI Communications Strategy through the creation of video content. With a strong eye for visual communications, the ideal candidate should have a passion for generating interesting content. The Video Producer - Creative Lead will support the Communications Manager - Digital Creation as well as the Communications Manager - Social Media & Content.

Responsibilities:

• To support the implementation of the BCI Communications strategy;
• To raise the profile of BCI among relevant audiences, both within and outside the climate change policy community;
• To conceptualize video content based on storytelling requirements for various communications activities including public relations, social media, website, and newsletters;
• To create motion graphics and animation videos based on the script and discussions with other responsible officers;
• To create engaging and on-brand audio-visual content (eg. video explainers, interview features) for a variety of media;
• To support BCI external and internal events including major industry events such as United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (i.e. COP29).

Skills & Abilities

• A wide degree of creativity and a good grasp of storytelling;
• Proven understanding of communication channels (e.g. media outlets, social media);
• Demonstrated flexibility;
• Strong attention to detail;
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to balance competing demands under pressure.

General & Specialist Knowledge

• Understanding of graphic design foundations e.g. typography, layout design, grids;
• Excellent working knowledge of industry-standard design software and tools including Adobe After Effects, Animate, Photoshop, and Toon Boom
• Good experience working with Motion Graphics and Animations in a wide range of After Effects plugins, like; Trapcode suite, Plexus, GeoLayers, and Element 3D;
• Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office and G Suite, and prior experience using communication channels such as Slack;
• Understanding of social media management tools.

Bonus

• Experience working with Cinema 4D, Blender, Houdini, Premiere Pro

Education & Training

• A relevant degree or experience in video creation and editing.
• Proven relevant position in an organization;
• Experience in working in a target-driven role;
• A portfolio of strong visual communications work;
• Experience working independently and with teams to drive forward projects using one's own initiative.

Requirements

Before you apply

Candidates should include a work sample portfolio with great examples of work across motion, animation, and video projects. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted by one of our recruiters to complete a short online exercise and attend virtual interviews with the responsible Heads of Divisions.

What difference will you make?

Blockchain and other emerging technologies. Climate change and sustainability. These are two hot topic groups that have been headlining media outlets, dominating conferences & events, and gaining increasing traction in research and pilot projects. BCI is here as an expert platform to help governments, inter-governmental and regional organizations as well as relevant corporates to negotiate the complex landscape of emerging technologies for environmental good. We cement our expertise by putting in the hard work in researching, identifying, and analyzing the applications of emerging technologies so that informed decisions can be made by the stakeholders in the climate change and action network.

The BCI Communications team aims to tell the BCI story and our role in driving innovation to mitigate climate change and create a cleaner and greener future. As a think-tank and advocacy group for such a major issue, we understand the importance of being a credible expert and advisor which is why it is essential to demonstrate our research-driven approach to the relevant stakeholders.

This is a great first step to take to gain experience for an industry change into climate action and/or emerging tech. It is also a great opportunity for those wanting to take some time to get involved in changing the world and work with like-minded people.

Benefits you will get from volunteering with BCI are enormous and some include:

• You will hone or learn new skills including research, presentation, writing, professional etiquette,
• Your mind will be mentally stimulated, hence providing you with a sense of purpose;
• You will advance and boost your professional career by helping you to make professional connections and giving you real-world experience at the intersection between climate and emerging technologies;
• Help you develop long-lasting professional relationships with others. People who come together to make the world a better place forge a close connection.

Selection Process

As a voluntary organization, we are pleased to open the door for candidates who may not have the prior experience they need to start, progress, or switch their careers. To recruit the most suitable, talented, or potential new members out of the volume of applications received, it is the BCI’s policy to also consider inexperienced candidates to fill our voluntary unpaid roles as long as they can demonstrate the skills required in the written assessment. In the selection process, most candidates will be invited to complete the following assessment.

Section A: Verbal and Numerical Reasoning (20 multiple-choice questions)

Section C: In-Tray Exercise (An open-ended assessment relevant to the duties of the role)

Candidates who pass all three sections will be invited to attend a phone screening, first interview, and final interview online.