Video Production Assistant

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.