Videographer

Job Purpose

To deliver high-quality video productions for internal and external clients ensuring client briefs are delivered to a consistently high professional standard on schedule and within budget.

The postholder will support the Councils commercial objectives by generating income through high-quality video production services identifying and pitching for new business opportunities and ensuring projects provide value for money while meeting the Councils communications strategy and key priorities.

• Plan film and edit high-quality video productions for a range of internal and external clients responding effectively to agreed briefs.
• Manage video projects from initial brief through to final delivery acting as the central point of contact and ensuring projects are delivered on time and within agreed budgets.
• Develop and pitch video production proposals to internal and external clients to secure new business and maximise income for the Council.
• Prepare competitive project quotations and fees ensuring they reflect the scope of work and represent the best interests of the Council.
• Select appropriate filming formats locations settings equipment and production techniques according to project requirements.
• Produce video content for a range of platforms including social media external websites intranet and other digital channels.
• Ensure all video content meets high standards of quality consistency and reliability and complies with Council branding and communications requirements.
• Explore and implement new filming editing techniques technologies and industry best practice to improve quality and efficiency.
• Manage multiple projects effectively forward plan workloads and prioritise competing demands while maintaining delivery standards.
• Undertake financial administration for video projects including quotations invoicing income monitoring and maintaining relevant financial records.
• Maintain accurate statistical and performance information relating to video projects and prepare reports as required.
• Work collaboratively with internal teams external clients partners and cross-borough initiatives to maximise the contribution and commercial potential of the Videography Unit.
• Represent and promote the Councils Videography Unit professionally identifying opportunities to develop its profile and generate additional business.
• Undertake relevant industry research professional development and training to maintain a high-quality and contemporary service.
• Ensure video and production equipment is properly maintained stored securely and safeguarded when not in use.
• Comply with relevant health and safety requirements Data Protection/GDPR equal opportunities customer care Council policies and applicable technology agreements.
• Undertake any other duties commensurate with the grade and responsibilities of the post.

• Proven professional experience in videography video production filming and editing.
• Strong practical skills in filming editing and producing high-quality video content for a range of audiences and platforms.
• Experience of managing video production projects from brief through to final delivery.
• Experience of working to client briefs budgets and deadlines while maintaining a high standard of creative output.
• Ability to develop creative concepts and select appropriate formats locations settings and production techniques.
• Experience of producing content for digital platforms including websites social media and internal communications channels.
• Strong understanding of visual storytelling composition sound lighting and post-production techniques.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and competing priorities effectively including working under pressure and to tight deadlines.
• Commercial awareness and the ability to identify develop and pitch for new video production opportunities.
• Experience of preparing project quotations and managing the financial administration associated with production work.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively with internal clients external customers partners and stakeholders.
• Ability to work…