Videographer for Hampton school
London, UK
Description
Hampton is one of the country’s leading, most successful and best-resourced independent schools and has been helping boys to fulfil their potential and realise their aspirations for over 460 years.
We are a lively, friendly and caring School community, in which innovative teaching is underpinned by strong shared values and complemented by outstanding pastoral care. We aspire to enable our boys not only to make sense of the world but also to want to go out and improve it. Hamptonians are expected to aspire to personal best while supporting those around them with kindness and respect.
Position
Role Summary
We’re seeking to appoint a ‘top class’ experienced multimedia graduate to support the School’s Media and Communications team. This an exciting opportunity to join Hampton’s busy, dynamic and high-performing Media Office.
Hampton is one of the country’s foremost academically selective independent schools with a commitment to the principles of equal opportunity, diversity and inclusion and this is an excellent opportunity to join a vibrant and successful department in a happy, high-achieving setting. Hampton has an extensive and thriving co-curricular programme to which contribution will be expected and was judged to be excellent (the highest possible recognition) across all categories by the Independent Schools Inspectorate (ISI) in May 2023.
The the role will ideally suit someone who has completed a Media, Film, Marketing or Communications related degree. You will be working alongside and supported by internal and external media industry professionals. Facing a range of different challenges, you will be a team player, able to think on your feet and happy to take on tasks that range from the everyday to the highly creative. The successful candidate must have strong videography, editing, social media and design skills and be creative and self-motivated with excellent interpersonal qualities.
The Role
This an exciting opportunity to join Hampton’s busy, dynamic and high-performing Media Office. The the role will ideally suit someone who has completed a Media, Film, Marketing or Communications related degree. You will be working alongside and supported by internal and external media industry professionals. Facing a range of different challenges, you will be a team player, able to think on your feet and happy to take on tasks that range from the everyday to the highly creative. The successful candidate must have strong videography, editing, social media and design skills and be creative and self-motivated with excellent interpersonal qualities.
This is not a 9-5 office position – for example, one day you will be covering a Music event on social platforms, the next you will be away filming in the New Forest, followed by covering a pupil-action event at The Houses of Parliament. As with all media jobs, you will need to be able to multi-task, work to tight deadlines and understand that flexibility is key. You will be required to work a number of weekend and after school hours dependent on the School’s calendar of events and be happy to accompany School residential trips requiring overnight stays. Therefore, a high level of flexibility, commitment and dedication is required to be successful in the role.
This post can be for an immediate start, or from September 2024.
The School also offers an attractive benefits package including private medical, generous holiday allowance, free lunch, free on-site parking, cycle to work scheme and sports & fitness facilities.
Requirements
The Videographer & Digital Content Assistant will assist and report to the Head of Media & Communications.
Key Responsibilities
- Videography: using top-level filming and editing equipment, the office provides daily content for the Hampton YouTube channel, social media, and internal and external communication and marketing purposes - you will need to have filming, audio recording, and editing skills and be proficient in using Adobe editing software
- Photography: assisting with photography for the websites, publications, and social media accounts. Using image software (Photoshop & InDesign) to create, edit and enhance all forms of promotional material
- Social Media: helping to update Hampton School’s social-media platforms and keep content innovative and fresh
- Graphic Content: designing and creating simple posters, social media tiles and web assets using a relevant platform such as Photoshop, InDesign or Illustrator
- News coverage: helping to assemble content for the news section of the website and News from Hampton. When necessary, accompanying trips off-site to cover important events
- Helping to update the Hampton School, The Hammond Theatre and Hampton Prep School websites
- Carrying out necessary administration, data management and production runner tasks
- Analytics: monitoring of the Hampton websites and social media feeds.
Person Specification
The successful candidate is likely to be able to demonstrate the following skills, qualifications and experience:
- A commitment to the Safeguarding and wellbeing of pupils
- Excellent attention to detail: an excellent, accurate command of written English is essential. We are looking for a personable, self-motivated individual who can demonstrate superb all-round communication skills.
- Videography and video editing skills - proficiency in Adobe Premiere Pro and After Effects essential
- Photography, and image editing skills proficiency in Photoshop, is essential
- Graphic Design skills
- This person will be confident, present themselves well and have strong social skills, enabling them to deal politely and effectively with staff, pupils, parents and the general public
- A high level of proficiency in the use of ICT including Microsoft Office & Social Media platforms
- Energy, commitment and enthusiasm directed towards the smooth running of the Media office
- The ability to identify and complete work independently
- Excellent organisational skills and be flexible and adaptable in order to meet ever-changing needs and priorities
- The candidate will be keen to learn on the job, be versatile and a creative team player
- A smart appearance, friendly/polite demeanour
- Ability to drive
- The ability and willingness to learn new skills
- Excellent career development and training opportunities.
Other
- To act as Fire Marshal and First Aider as required. Training will be provided
- Any other reasonable tasks required by the Headmaster and/or Bursar in association with the above role.
Other information
Training
Where necessary, to attend INSET training or undergo other on the job training under the general direction of the Head of Department or training outside the school to increase competence, proficiency and safety awareness.
Salary and Hours
The excellent salary will be based on the Hampton School Scale for Support Staff and be commensurate with experience.
Core working hours will be 8.45am - 4.45pm, Monday – Friday, however, the Media Team is extremely busy and often work to tight deadlines therefore a high level of flexibility, commitment and dedication is required. You will also be required to work a number of holiday, weekend and after school hours dependent on the School’s calendar of events. You should also be available to accompany a small number of School residential trips which will involve overnight stays when required.
Candidates are welcome to apply on a part-time, term-time basis (c.34 weeks per year plus approximately 6 weeks holiday work). Additional holiday work, if required, is to be discussed and agreed with the Head of Media & Communications, and in their absence, Bursar or Assistant Head. Holidays will only be permitted during Hampton School term time. Staff are required to be at School on Open Days.
The Hampton School Trust Governors currently offer the following non-contractual benefits to staff, subject to any terms and conditions and the School’s eligibility requirements: private medical insurance (PHC); death-in-service benefit insurance policy; a Medicash healthcare cash plan; Pension Scheme, personal accident insurance, School fee remission, cycle to work scheme, lunch, sports facilities and counselling.
