What are the responsibilities and job description for the Video Producer, HOUSE OF COMMONS position at Guardian Jobs?
HOUSE OF COMMONS
House of Commons
The House of Commons is a unique and exciting place to work right at the heart of the UK's thriving democratic system.
Behind the scenes, the House of Commons Service is made up of more than 3,000 employees who support and facilitate the smooth day to day running of the House. They provide professional services to Members of Parliament, their staff, and the wider parliamentary community.
Staff Benefits
In addition to your salary, we offer an attractive range of benefits including:
We are looking for a creative and innovative Video Producer who is always looking for new ways to excite and captivate audiences, whether for social media, internal communications or long-form storytelling.
You will be working in the Digital and Publishing (DAP), supporting the work of select committees. Select committees are cross-party committees of MPs and/or Members of the House of Lords who examine government policy and spending. Watch our video on how select committees work to find out more about who they are and what they do.
The Role
House of Commons select committees have become dominant in the news in recent years, and their influence continues to grow. In any week you could be working on issues as diverse as the covid-19 response, body image, plastic waste, HS2, the withdrawal from Afghanistan, and many more. This role offers an exciting opportunity to develop our video work, which is increasingly important in our public communications, and in encouraging a wider range of people to engage with the work of select committees.
You will work closely with our Senior Video Producer and Senior Animator, and be part of a wider network of staff across Parliament who work in video production. You will collaborate with key stakeholders including Members of Parliament and witnesses to select committee inquiries. You will support the Senior Video Producer and Content Lead in delivering their strategy for video on behalf of select committees, and will coach and mentor staff to ensure quality and impact.
Some of the key responsibilities include:
We're looking for someone with experience in using Sony camera equipment, Adobe Creative Cloud software and the ability to manage a multi-camera shoot and 4k workflow, as well as a good understanding of how to offload, backup and share digital assets. The ideal candidate will have an avid interest in industry trends and how to use video effectively across a variety of social media and digital channels.
Essential
Extensive experience in video production in a professional organisation OR a higher education level qualification in video production with some experience in video production in a professional organisation.
Some of the candidate requirements include:
House of Commons
The House of Commons is a unique and exciting place to work right at the heart of the UK's thriving democratic system.
Behind the scenes, the House of Commons Service is made up of more than 3,000 employees who support and facilitate the smooth day to day running of the House. They provide professional services to Members of Parliament, their staff, and the wider parliamentary community.
Staff Benefits
In addition to your salary, we offer an attractive range of benefits including:
- 30 days' annual leave (increasing to 35 days after first full leave year).
- Civil Service pension with an average employer contribution of 27%.
- Access to training and development.
- Flexible working.
- Interest free season ticket loan and bicycle loan.
We are looking for a creative and innovative Video Producer who is always looking for new ways to excite and captivate audiences, whether for social media, internal communications or long-form storytelling.
You will be working in the Digital and Publishing (DAP), supporting the work of select committees. Select committees are cross-party committees of MPs and/or Members of the House of Lords who examine government policy and spending. Watch our video on how select committees work to find out more about who they are and what they do.
The Role
House of Commons select committees have become dominant in the news in recent years, and their influence continues to grow. In any week you could be working on issues as diverse as the covid-19 response, body image, plastic waste, HS2, the withdrawal from Afghanistan, and many more. This role offers an exciting opportunity to develop our video work, which is increasingly important in our public communications, and in encouraging a wider range of people to engage with the work of select committees.
You will work closely with our Senior Video Producer and Senior Animator, and be part of a wider network of staff across Parliament who work in video production. You will collaborate with key stakeholders including Members of Parliament and witnesses to select committee inquiries. You will support the Senior Video Producer and Content Lead in delivering their strategy for video on behalf of select committees, and will coach and mentor staff to ensure quality and impact.
Some of the key responsibilities include:
- Scripting and storyboarding ideas with stakeholders and colleagues within the team to produce high-quality video content on a wide range of subjects.
- Occasional photography as required to support committee work. Scouting filming locations, understanding lighting and audio requirements/restrictions when on location and preparing camera equipment for shoots.
- Developing and working from briefs to prepare questions that will make interviewees feel at ease, facilitating the best content.
- Delivering edited content, responding and adapting to feedback before exporting and delivering at the best specifications possible.
We're looking for someone with experience in using Sony camera equipment, Adobe Creative Cloud software and the ability to manage a multi-camera shoot and 4k workflow, as well as a good understanding of how to offload, backup and share digital assets. The ideal candidate will have an avid interest in industry trends and how to use video effectively across a variety of social media and digital channels.
Essential
Extensive experience in video production in a professional organisation OR a higher education level qualification in video production with some experience in video production in a professional organisation.
Some of the candidate requirements include:
- Experience in end-to-end video production (including scripting, storyboarding, producing, directing, camera work, editing and audio) and experience in using Adobe Creative Cloud including Premier Pro and After Effects.Creative approach to developing ideas and concepts to engage existing and new audiences with select committee inquiries, with awareness of current and evolving trends in social media.
- Strong editorial judgement with an understanding of the impartiality requirements of select committee work, and a commitment to the House of Commons values.
- CV, Supporting Statement & showreel - If you would like to apply for this role, please submit your CV and covering letter with a 500 word limit, covering criteria 2 - 4 in the job description (refer to Skills and Experience). You must include a link of your showreel on your CV to be considered.
