Job Description

The Production Assistant Apprentice will become a member of our in-house Audio-Visual (AV) Studio, working closing with our Studio Manager to deliver a variety of live and non-live communications media including, (but not limited to), video, audio, and live broadcast and streaming.

The AV Studio is part of our Human Health Corporate Affairs department, comprising a team of communications professionals focusing on healthcare policy, government relations, media liaison, internal communications, and the management of our social media channels.

Level 3 Audio & Visual Production Apprenticeship Programme

Our 24-Month Audio and Visual Production Apprenticeship programme offers an excellent opportunity for those eager to take their first steps into a career in an audio and video production environment.

As an apprentice, you will be a key member of Communications team, working alongside subject matter experts delivering on meaningful projects that make a real difference. You will have the opportunity to develop key skills, gain valuable experiences, network with professionals across our organisation all whilst receiving full support from a friendly team and studying towards a fully funded externally recognised qualification.

Duties

You will get the opportunity to learn how to use a variety of audio and visual recording equipment, both \xe2\x80\x98on location\xe2\x80\x99 at various Company sites and in the on-site Studio. You will also have access to the latest editing tools and software to work on projects, liaising with colleagues in other teams to produce the finished piece. You will work on a variety of projects throughout your apprenticeship programme that will support you in your learning and achieving your qualification.

Some of your duties could include:

• Supporting the AV Studio manager in the management and maintenance of the Studio itself; organising the safe storage and movement of equipment
• Testing equipment prior to filming / recording
• Assisting in pre-production planning; organising logistics and liaising with internal customers
• Setting up equipment for on and off-site film shoots and live-event streaming
• \xe2\x80\x8bPreparing all working environments to comply with health and safety guidelines
• Operating recording / live-streaming equipment
• Editing video / audio footage
• Producing creative design to accompany video edits, in line with our company branding
• Providing instructions and equipment to internal customers for filming / recording
• Helping to manage the booking system for the studio and allocating appropriate time for each job
• Effectively storing and archiving media files
• Effectively managing colleague queries via phone, email, Teams, and face-to-face
• Gaining an understanding of our systems, tools and processes we use at Our Company and applying them to required tasks
• Reviewing and critiquing work completed and providing feedback and suggestions for future projects
• Understanding and applying the required approval processes for various activities within the Company
• Working to understand the structure of our organisation; our products and services we deliver and the sector in which we operate

Eligibility Requirements

• You will have completed your GCSE\xe2\x80\x99s or equivalent studies
• You will have also completed, or you will also need to have completed your further education or equivalent by September 2023

• While previous experience is not essential, some knowledge of production and creative media tools and applications would be advantageous.

Qualities we look for

• Operates with a high level of integrity, transparency and accountability
• Comprehends and aligns with our organisation\xe2\x80\x99s core values
• Aligns and fosters a culture of diversity and inclusivity
• Demonstrates initiative, proactivity and curiosity
• Encourages and boosts their colleagues through teamwork
• Demonstrates clear and effective communication

• Demonstrates a desire to learn and improve their performance through feedback
• Proactively updating colleagues on progress and flagging time slippages well in advance and managing your line manager\xe2\x80\x99s expectations
• Commitment to getting the job done wherever it is and however long it takes
• Punctuality, flexibility, reliability and personal responsibility
• Creativity in the development of new ideas and in overcoming challenges which may be faced in delivery of the communications programme.

Deadline for applications:

5th August 2023 11:59pm

Current Employees apply

Current Contingent Workers apply

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