Producing multimedia content for news organisations across the country, Press Association (PA) is the largest news wire in the UK. We have a fantastic opportunity for an enthusiastic Video Production Assistant to join the video team on a fixed term contract.

Working in PA's video team, the successful applicant will be responsible for processing incoming footage from the field across a range of subject areas including news, sport and entertainment, as well as assisting with a manner of administrative duties. The role requires someone with strong editorial judgement, excellent organisation skills and a can-do attitude.

This an entry level role, offering an exciting opportunity for possible future progression within the video team.

Responsibilities:

Processing incoming footage from our Video Producers and journalists in the field - caption writing, basic video editing and metadata creation
Ensuring video production equipment is in good working order
Filming news events from time to time
Any other ad hoc duties required within the scope of the role


Essential skills, knowledge and experience:

Ability to multitask and communicate effectively
Excellent grammatical skills
Excellent time management
Proactive, reliable and adaptable, you will be highly organised with excellent attention to detail
Able to manage a full and ever-changing workload, you understand the need to prioritise effectively
Excellent understanding of the Press Association's audience and customers
Able to work both as part of a team and on your own initiative
Strong video news judgement
Diplomatic with excellent interpersonal skills
Excellent general office administration skills


Desirable:

Experience of working across high profile news events
Experience of working in a newsroom, preferably in a video department
Experience using Adobe Premiere software
Experience with newsgathering cameras such as Canon XF 205/XA35