Video & Creative Manager

CIM; Cookham; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading marketing institute is seeking a Video & Creative Manager to lead video production and storytelling. This role involves planning, shooting, and editing a variety of video content while managing a talented Designer. Ideal candidates will have a robust portfolio, deep experience with Adobe Creative Cloud, and knowledge of AI video tools. Attractive benefits include 25 days annual leave and wellness initiatives.

Benefits

25 days annual leave

Pension contribution scheme

Training and development opportunities

Wellness initiatives

Perkbox subscription

Qualifications

• Killer portfolio of video work across formats.
• Experience with Adobe Creative Cloud software.
• Knowledge of AI video tools like Descript and Synthesia.

Responsibilities

• Plan and direct video content from expert interviews to ads.
• Shoot high-quality footage and edit it professionally.
• Collaborate with stakeholders and manage project timelines.

Skills

Video production

Adobe Creative Cloud

AI video tools

Project management

Leadership

Tools

Premiere Pro

After Effects

Job description

Overview

Video & Creative Manager

Role: Permanent - Hybrid (2 days per week office based and 3 days remote)

Hours: 35 hours per week Monday to Friday

Salary: Up to £48,000 + benefits package

Ready to lead the charge in creative storytelling?

We're CIM - the Chartered Institute of Marketing - and we're on the hunt for a Video & Creative Manager who's equal parts visionary, hands-on creator, and AI-savvy innovator. If you live and breathe video, know your way around a camera rig and a generative AI platform, and can turn a brief into a compelling visual story that makes people stop scrolling - we want to meet you.

What you'll be doing day-to-day:

Responsibilities

• Planning, storyboarding, and directing everything from expert interviews to slick video ads
• Shooting high-quality footage with pro-level gear
• Editing like a boss - sound design, colour grading, motion graphics, captions, the works
• Using AI tools (think Descript, Synthesia, Runway, HeyGen, etc.) to scale and innovate
• Collaborating with stakeholders to make sure every frame hits the mark
• Keeping our video library organised and our brand visuals consistent
• Staying ahead of trends and tech to keep our content fresh and future-proof

What we're looking for:

Qualifications

• A killer portfolio of video work across formats
• Deep experience with Adobe Creative Cloud (Premiere Pro, After Effects, etc.)
• Hands-on knowledge of AI video tools and platforms
• A sharp eye for lighting, sound, and composition
• Strong project management and timekeeping skills
• Leadership skills - you'll be managing a talented Designer and helping them thrive
• A calm, organised approach (even when deadlines loom)
• A passion for marketing, education, and making content that actually connects

What you'll get

• 25 days annual leave, plus bank holidays
• Pension contribution scheme
• Training and development opportunities
• Life assurance scheme
• Dedicated wellness initiatives and wellness hub that supports your wellbeing (including EAP)
• Subscription to Perkbox - our online benefits platform including retailer, entertainment and dining out discounts.

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