Job Description

We are Global:

We think big, work hard and never stand still. It\xe2\x80\x99s our talented and passionate people that make us leaders in creativity and innovation and the proud home to the best media and entertainment on the planet.

We\xe2\x80\x99re here to make everyone\xe2\x80\x99s day brighter. That\xe2\x80\x99s everyone from our Globallers, to our audiences, every partner we work with and every community we work in. Whether we\xe2\x80\x99re making shows or making headlines, making everyone\xe2\x80\x99s day brighter is behind everything we do.

Whether we\xe2\x80\x99re in the studio, building a world-class Global Player app, displaying brilliant Outdoor ads, or producing fast-moving digital content, we\xe2\x80\x99re at our best when we\xe2\x80\x99re working together. It\xe2\x80\x99s why we show up, deliver great work and above all, it\xe2\x80\x99s the reason we all love to work here.

Reporting of the role: This role reports to LBC\xe2\x80\x99s Head of Video

Overview of job:

You will be responsible for the smooth creation & delivery of industry-leading video content across all Global brands, with a particular focus on LBC. Working alongside video, radio, digital & social teams you will be encouraged to build outstanding, engaging video content that ensures LBC and Global remain at the top of the media industry.

3 best things about the job:

• Every day is different \xe2\x80\x93 you will be working across a huge range of content!
• Working with a hugely hardworking team \xe2\x80\x93 you will learn a lot quickly.
• The opportunity to work on big video projects and to challenge yourself!

Measures of success:
In the first few months, you would have:

• Created eye-catching & original video content for LBC \xe2\x80\x93 from exclusive news features to stand-out social media content.
• Worked closely with LBC reporters and presenters to improve their video profile and skills.
• Fostered and grown relationships between LBC\xe2\x80\x99s video, radio, social and digital teams.
• Produced studio content from LBC\xe2\x80\x99s Leicester Square and Millbank studios.
• Participated in set-piece location interview recordings that work for radio and video.
• Understood and embraced internal processes, workflows & policies.

Responsibilities of the role:

• Produce memorable video content that audiences will want to share.
• Lead projects in their entirety - from creation, scripting and storyboarding to shooting and editing.
• Lead video production teams on location.
• Work with the on-air LBC teams to promote and amplify what they are doing via video.
• Contribute ideas for social video, bringing out the best from our on-air talent.
• Complete risk assessments, call sheets and coordinate kit and crew alongside our Production Management team.
• Prioritise multiple requests simultaneously and seek internal or external resource where appropriate.

What you will need:
The ideal candidate will be proactive and willing to develop and implement innovative solutions, capable of the following:

• An extensive knowledge of video production techniques and workflows.
• Knowledge of and passion for political journalism.
• A journalism qualification or relatable newsroom experience with solid understanding of contempt/ libel/ copyright/ privacy laws as well as an understanding of Ofcom guidelines and digital compliance.
• Experience of creating and publishing material for social media; an understanding of how to adapt material for different platforms (i.e Twitter, TikTok, Instagram and Facebook).
• Intermediate/ expert knowledge and understanding of Adobe Premiere Pro is a requirement.
• Experience with all the following an advantage: Adobe Creative Suite; Adobe After Effects; Adobe Audition; Adobe Photoshop.
• A can-do attitude, willing to go above and beyond and to always be professional and courteous towards your colleagues and external contractors.

Everyone is welcome at Global:

Just like our media and entertainment platforms are for everyone, so are our workplaces. We know that we can\xe2\x80\x99t possibly serve our diverse audiences without first nurturing and celebrating it in our people and that\xe2\x80\x99s why we work hard to create an inclusive culture for everyone. We believe that different will set us apart, so no matter what you look like, where you come from or what your favourite radio station is, we want to hear from you.

Although we cannot make guarantees, we welcome conversations about flexible working for all roles at Global.

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