Videographer/Editor/Drone Pilot

Company
The Running Channel Ltd
Location
London
Duration
Full-time
Salary
£23,000 - £25,000
Job posted on
06/07/21
Apply by
30/07/21
Website
www.therunningchannel....
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About the Job

Applications must include a showreel, cover letter and CV.

We are a YouTube channel and content publisher. The channel’s content is aimed at English-speaking runners around the world, ranging in ability from first-time runners to more experienced marathoners and beyond. It consists of educational how-to guides, tips, fun and exciting challenges, features, series and more.

We are very much a startup, and the working environment is exciting and fast-paced, which means that you need to be flexible - in terms of day-to-day tasks, hours worked, and a job description that evolves as we do. If you would like to be part of a fun, vibrant and passionate team - and most importantly to contribute directly to the direction of the company, content and brand as we grow, then this is the right place for you.

The Role
Videographer/Editor is a key role at TRC, reporting to the Head of Content. There are a lot of moving parts to video production, especially with the fast turnaround times for YouTube content creation. The role will incorporate every stage of a video’s production - storyboarding, creating shot lists, shooting and editing.

The role will entail:
- Filming on location or in-studio, either individually, alongside presenter(s), or with other videographers.
- Capturing raw footage and audio on location or in-studio.
- Editing raw material to create the finished video.
- Being able to tell a story, creating a compelling narrative.
- Working independently or closely with a presenter to achieve the desired end result.
- Shooting video and stills, operating various cameras, drones, lights and audio equipment.
- Working to tight deadlines.
- Making sure music and images used are appropriately licensed or rights free.
- Contributing to ideas, and being part of the planning process.
- Work outside normal working hours (eg evenings and weekends).

Structure
The Videographer/Editor will report to the Head of Content, and will work with other Videographers, the Assistant Producers, Production Assistant and Social Media Community Manager.

Required Experience and Skills:

- Evidence of relevant self-shot and edited video content (eg running, outdoor, adventure as well as interview-style).
- Experience shooting and editing video. This role is suited to someone with 1-3 years experience.
- Experience piloting a drone for video purposes.
- For reference, we are mainly using the following equipment: Blackmagic Pocket 6k, Sony A7s ii, DJI Mavic Air 2, DJI Mavic Mini.
- Comprehensive experience using Adobe suite of products (Premiere Pro, After Effects, Photoshop).
- (Highly desirable) Excellent graphic design skills (typography, video graphics, layouts etc).
- Ability to tell a compelling video story.
- A good understanding of YouTube best practice and trends for successful content styles.
- A good understanding of the full production process from the initial video concept to the final video output.
- Knowledge of equipment - able to research and advise on best for each situation, able to maintain existing equipment.
- Flexibility to work in a small, fast-paced team.
- A passion for running and the outdoors.

FAO: Andy Baddeley

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