Trainee Videographer/Editor – Highland League Weekly (Scotland)

We are looking for a creative individual to be based out of our Aberdeen office, to work with our wider Audio Visual team.

The main role will be to work on all aspects of Highland League Weekly, our award-winning football magazine show that includes capturing live games, after match interviews, shooting features and filming our preview and review panel shows.

There will be additional opportunities to work across editorial and commercial projects group wide.

The successful applicant must have strong attention to detail, excellent organisational, written, and verbal skills. The ability to manage multiple projects at the same time, including some with on the day deadlines and others with longer lead times.

A knowledge of filming and editing that can be demonstrated by way of a show reel or links would be useful. Experience of using Adobe edit suite preferred. Previous experience of newsroom would be useful. Training and support will be given to the ideal candidate.

Full driving licence is essential. A flexible working pattern is required, including weekends and may include the occasional overnight stay.

To apply for this role, please follow our online application process and submit a CV and cover letter.

This is a full-time, permanent position, working 35 hours per week from our Aberdeen Office.  We offer a generous package including 34 days holiday, health cash plan, gym discount, excellent pension, a competitive salary, and many more staff discounts and benefits.

We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage applications from everyone and do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability or any other protected characteristics.

If you have any issues with your application, please email recruitment@dcthomson.co.uk

Please note that we reserve the right to close the vacancy early once we have received suitable applications. Therefore, please ensure you submit your application as early as possible to avoid disappointment.

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