Videographer (West Midlands)

Reach plc; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable media company is seeking a Videographer based in Birmingham to produce high-quality video content. Responsibilities include shooting footage, editing, and collaborating with teams. Strong videography skills and proficiency with DSLR cameras are essential. The role requires flexibility for weekend and night shifts. This position emphasizes diversity and inclusion in the hiring process.

Qualifications

• Proven experience on high-quality video productions; show examples in interview.
• Strong technical knowledge and proficiency required.
• Newsroom experience is desirable but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Shoot original, high-quality footage to document stories.
• Assemble raw footage into engaging content for multiple platforms.
• Work with the producer to create high-quality video output.

Skills

Videography skills

Proficiency with DSLR cameras

Adobe Suite or equivalent software

Excellent communication skills

Organisational and time management skills

Adapts to evolving technologies

Education

NCTJ/BTCJ qualification

Tools

DSLR cameras

Adobe Suite

Job description

Overview

Company Description
We are looking for a Videographer to shoot original, high quality footage in the field and in the studio to clearly document stories across all AV output. Reporting directly to the Producer for everyday journalism, and working with Editorial, Studio and Commercial teams, you will need a proven track record of shaping video content and plans, and experience of working on high quality video productions.

This role is home and hub linked to our Birmingham hub, so you must be located in or around Birmingham. You will be covering a Sunday - Saturday rota between 6am - 11pm, so flexibility is key.

Please Note: This advert will close at midnight on Tuesday 23rd September. Please submit your application before the closing date/time to be considered.

Responsibilities

• Shoot original, high quality footage in the field or studio to visually document stories, across all AV output
• Act as a leading voice when others need help with more complicated filming/editing issues
• Assemble raw footage into engaging video content for multiple platforms, shaping story narrative through editing, visual style, and sound mixing
• Deliver fast-paced support to edit newsroom content output
• Work closely with the brand producer to turn original content ideas into high-quality video output
• Travel to capture stories alongside other video roles/journalists
• Responsible, alongside other editorial colleagues, for uploading and distributing video content
• Understand best practice for formats, style, and content types on each platform
• Ensure video adheres to editorial guidelines and legal/copyright standards
• Support video coverage for the wider Reach network, including breaking news, working with the Video Leads/Daily Video Lead
• Utilise AI tools, in line with Company policies, to optimise content creation and efficiency
• Create engaging, affiliate content that aligns with the brand and guidelines, driving traffic to partner sites and generating revenue through affiliate strategies
• Consider the role of audio and video content for every story, capturing or curating basic footage where appropriate
• Contribute to building a diverse and inclusive organisation that reflects the communities we serve
• Work according to a rota, including weekend and night shifts, to ensure video resource coverage

Skills & behaviours

• Strong videography skills, including shooting original, high quality footage in the field or studio for all AV output
• Comfortable shooting in the field solo and skilled at multi-camera shoots in a studio environment
• Proficient with a wide variety of DSLR cameras
• Highly skilled in Adobe Suite or equivalent editing software
• Newsroom experience is desirable but not essential if a good news sense is demonstrated
• Excellent planning, organisational and time management skills
• Team player with clear communication
• Focused on shaping original content to meet relevant audio-video KPIs
• Adaptable and able to keep pace with evolving technologies and business needs
• Excellent communication skills
• Knowledge of media law is preferred; training will be provided if not already understood

Qualifications & Experience

• Track record of shaping video content and plans
• Proven experience on high quality video productions; be prepared to show examples in interview
• Strong technical knowledge and proficiency
• Excellent stakeholder management skills
• NCTJ/BTCJ qualification is preferred but not essential
• Experience in shooting video with strong online engagement is essential

Additional Information
Reach plc believes diversity brings benefits for our customers, our business and our people. This is why we are committed to being an inclusive employer and encourage applications from all suitable applicants irrespective of background, circumstances, age, disability, gender identity, ethnicity, religion or belief and sexual orientation.