Volunteer Video Production

We are a Kingston-based social marketing enterprise using creative thinking to build community cohesion. We aim to attract knowledgeable individuals encouraging different cultures to unite which enables us to share and celebrate essential lessons. Partnering with local organisations, we put on programmes of training, workshops and other events that promote unity and tolerance. We conduct research to support our cause to challenge preconceptions around race and stereotyping. As well as delivering workshops on unconscious bias in the workplace.

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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

• 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

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

The Professional Development Programme with Quilombo UK runs over a period of 16 weeks, is UNPAID and requires a minimum of 12 hours commitment per week across Monday, Wednesday and/or Friday.

Upon successful application, our HR team will contact you to arrange an interview. Following a successful interview, we'll initiate the onboarding process by sending you the necessary documents. Once your onboarding and identification documents are received and verified, you'll be invited to a 6-hour HR and System Induction. Subsequently, you'll meet with your Head of Department or Assistant Manager for your First Day.