Audio Volunteer Volunteer Roles in Manchester

Quilombo UK works with the objective to promote different arts, sports, and cultures to encourage an intercultural understanding between different communities and societies; To promote cultural awareness in the community and educate, regardless of nationality or origin, about race diversity and mutual respect; To promote good health and wellbeing; and run a community organisation with a strong focus on individuals, the community and society.

Role Overview

As a Pre-Production Assistant, you will support the Video Production Manager and team in all stages of video production, focusing primarily on the pre-production phase. Your role will be crucial in ensuring that our video projects are well-planned and executed smoothly. You will be involved in tasks ranging from script writing to stage setting, ensuring that all necessary preparations are in place for successful video production.

Main Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the Video Production Manager to develop and refine scripts for various video projects, conducting research to gather relevant information and insights to inform script content.

• Assist in planning and setting up stages for video shoots, including arranging props, lighting, and other necessary equipment, and coordinate with the production team to ensure all stage elements are in place.

• Work with the Video Production Manager to create detailed production schedules and timelines, and coordinate with cast, crew, and other stakeholders to ensure everyone is informed of shoot dates and times.

• Assist in identifying and securing suitable locations for video shoots, conducting site visits to assess the suitability of locations and addressing any logistical considerations.

• Organize and manage all pre-production materials and resources, including scripts, shot lists, and production notes, ensuring all necessary permits and permissions are obtained for filming locations.

• Act as a point of contact between the pre-production team and other departments, ensuring smooth communication and collaboration, and provide regular updates to the Video Production Manager on the progress of pre-production tasks.

Essential

• Working Knowledge of pre- production

• Good interpersonal skills with ability to get on with people at all levels.

• Strong organizational and time management skills.

• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.

• Creativity and attention to detail in script writing and stage setting.

• Ability to work collaboratively within a team environment.

• Basic IT understanding

• Experience in camera set-ups for live events /ob-doc /scripted content

• Appropriate DIT practices for media management 

• Working knowledge of audio production and basic audio set-ups for live events and recorded audio. 

• To show professionalism at all levels and in all environments

• Strong team player

• Working knowledge of file codecs and wrappers

• Digital Asset Management (Utilising enterprise versions of Google Drive etc).

Desirable

• Committed to working with the community with a passion for helping others less fortunate

• Working Knowledge of Pre production Video Production Editing Platforms: After Effects, Da Vinci Resolve

• 3-5 + years of production in broadcast and film

• Understanding of broadcast acquisition standards for file deliveries

When needed:

Willing to volunteer at least 12 hours a week, for a duration of 16 weeks as part of a Personal Development Program (PDP).

QUILOMBO UK is dedicated to fostering an inclusive workplace environment that values diversity and promotes equality for all employees. As part of our commitment to upholding these principles, we adhere to the guidelines outlined in the Equality Act 2010. We firmly believe in creating a workplace where all individuals are respected and treated fairly. Discrimination of any kind will not be tolerated. 

Quilombo UK works with the objective to promote different arts, sports, and cultures to encourage an intercultural understanding between different communities and societies; To promote cultural awareness in the community and educate, regardless of nationality or origin, about race diversity and mutual respect; To promote good health and wellbeing; and run a community organisation with a strong focus on individuals, the community and society. 

Role Overview

As the Video Production Assistant, you will support the Video Production Manager and team in all stages of video production from pre-production through post-production. This is an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a creative environment while contributing to Quilombo UK's mission of promoting cultural awareness and community wellbeing.

Main Responsibilities

• Creation of regular video content

• Assist with setting up video/photography equipment for shoots and live events.

• Help manage video footage, files, and digital assets.

• Perform basic video editing tasks.

• Provide production assistance as needed (e.g. props, crafty, runner duties)

• Support live streaming setup and execution for events.

• Archive and organize video footage and media files.

• Attend video shoots, events, and team meetings as required.

• Finding scripts and other source materials.

• Maintain a clear and comprehensive system for content files and archives

• Assist in production related tasks as needed

• Approving major production changes, Coordinating work, managing whole edits and producing ideas for content.

• Monitoring post-production processes to ensure accurate completion of details

• Conducting meetings with staff to discuss production progress and check-ins to ensure production objectives goals are met

• Coordinating the activities of writers, directors, managers, actors, and other personnel throughout the production process

• Tailor creative content ideas to key themes aligned to our organization values and target audiences

• Ability to create content in a responsive manner with short lead times servicing a number of different brand platforms

• Oversee video collection to ensure all media is archived appropriately and can be readily obtained

Essential Skills & Experience

• Familiarity with video production equipment and workflows

• Working knowledge of Video Editing software

• Basic understanding of different video file formats and codecs

• Ability to follow direction and take initiative when needed.

• Strong organizational and time management abilities

• Good interpersonal skills to work well in a team environment.

• Proficiency with Google Workspace/Microsoft Office

 Desirable Skills & Experience

• Hands-on experience with live video production/streaming

• Knowledge of Video Editing Software

• Understanding of colour grading and audio mixing techniques

When needed: 

Willing to volunteer at least 12 hours a week, for a duration of 16 weeks as part of a Personal Development Program (PDP).

QUILOMBO UK is dedicated to fostering an inclusive workplace environment that values diversity and promotes equality for all employees. As part of our commitment to upholding these principles, we adhere to the guidelines outlined in the Equality Act 2010. We firmly believe in creating a workplace where all individuals are respected and treated fairly. Discrimination of any kind will not be tolerated.

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