Education / qualifications / training required:
Degree in photography, media design, film or television production, or equivalent relevant experience.
Previous work experience required:
Experience and advanced knowledge in science photography and videography.
Experience of working in a fast-paced, deadline driven environment.
Knowledge and experience:
• Strong visual composition, spatial awareness, and perspective skills, developed through the creation of an extensive portfolio of both creative and technical visual work.
• Proven expertise in coordinating single and multi-camera setups (e.g., B-roll, triple-take, master and coverage shots), managing lighting and audio equipment, and leading production teams for a range of video formats including scripted/unscripted films, interviews, instructional content, time-lapse, and run-and-gun shoots.
• Advanced skills in portrait and still photography across studio and location environments, including experience with micro and macro photography of scientific subjects and materials.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and effectively with diverse subjects, providing clear direction and support to capture strong visual outcomes.
• Proficient in video post-production workflows, including editing, colour grading, compositing, and transcoding for multiple formats and platforms.
• High-level proficiency with Adobe Creative Cloud, particularly Photoshop, Lightroom, Premiere Pro, and Audition, as well as Helicon Focus for focus stacking techniques or similar tools.
• Experience managing visual media projects independently and as part of a team, including tracking progress, incorporating feedback, and delivering high-quality results on time.
• Working knowledge of standard office and communications software such as Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams or alternatives.
Personal skills / behaviours / qualities:
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to read and adapt to a variety of personalities and working styles, maintaining strong collaborative relationships.
• Strong written, email and verbal communication skills, with a clear and professional approach.
• Comfortable working both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Quick-thinking and resourceful, able to develop creative solutions in dynamic situations.
• Resilient under pressure, with the ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines in a structured and calm manner.
• Passionate about continuous learning and open to exploring new tools, techniques, and workflows for improving creative output and efficiency.
• Flexible and adaptable, with a positive attitude toward change and emerging digital trends and requests.
• Open and receptive to constructive feedback, while also confident in providing thoughtful feedback to others.
• Strongly motivated by user and stakeholder satisfaction, with a service-oriented mindset.
• High attention to detail, patience, and a commitment to producing polished, high-quality work.
Additional and application information:
This is a rolling advertisement which can close or be extended, at any time, if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, we encourage you to apply at your earliest convenience.
It is anticipated that interviews will take place between 26 and 28 August.
Following completion of your probationary period, we can consider informal hybrid working arrangements, with up to 2 days working from home per week.