The posting
Video Producer (up to £38,000)
Immediate is home to some of the biggest and most loved consumer brands in the UK, including Radio Times, Good Food and BBC Gardeners World magazine. Our trusted, quality content reaches millions of people a month across digital, print, video, podcasts, apps and live events.
We’re the destination for people looking to get more from the things they love. We’re here to inspire, fuel, encourage and educate.
Whether it’s the big things, or the little things; from reaching fitness goals to savouring good food, cultivating outdoor spaces, or enjoying the latest TV sensation – we help bring our audiences joy!
About the role
The Video Producer is responsible for producing and delivering engaging video content across Imagine’s editorial, marketing and commercial output. Combining strong creative and technical skills with effective project management, they take projects from initial brief through to final delivery, ensuring content meets editorial objectives, brand guidelines and client expectations.
Working closely with the Head of Video, editorial teams, commercial stakeholders and other members of the video team, the Video Producer contributes creative ideas, manages production and post-production, and maintains high standards across all aspects of delivery. They are also encouraged to explore new formats, production techniques and emerging technologies to enhance Imagine’s video output.
As a Video Producer you will;
- Produce, shoot and edit high-quality video content across editorial, marketing and commercial projects.
- Contribute creative ideas and treatments in response to briefs, audience needs and project objectives.
- Direct shoots and confidently operate camera, lighting and audio equipment across a range of production environments, including multi-camera productions.
- Manage post-production, including editing, sound mixing, colour grading and motion graphics, ensuring content meets the required creative and technical standards.
- Develop and adapt video formats, applying strong storytelling and visual techniques to create effective content across relevant platforms and channels.
- Ensure content meets Imagine’s editorial standards, brand guidelines and client requirements, managing feedback and revisions through to final approval.
- Manage assigned video projects from initial brief through to final delivery, keeping stakeholders informed of progress and potential issues.
- Work with editorial and commercial teams to establish project objectives, deliverables, audiences and deadlines.
- Contribute to creative proposals, treatments and production plans for commercial projects.
- Support project scoping and cost estimation by identifying production requirements and working with the Head of Video on budgets.
- Deliver projects within agreed budgets, timelines and specifications, identifying practical solutions to challenges and escalating issues where necessary.
- Liaise with clients and internal stakeholders, managing feedback and expectations and ensuring project files, footage and final assets are appropriately organised and handed over.
- Work collaboratively with the video team, producers, editors, designers and editorial stakeholders to deliver projects successfully.
- Build positive working relationships with editorial, marketing and commercial teams, developing an understanding of their content requirements.
- Collaborate with freelance crew, contributors and external suppliers as required, communicating project needs and progress clearly.
- Share knowledge, ideas and production techniques with the wider team, taking responsibility for assigned projects while seeking guidance on more complex decisions.
- Work within established resource planning and booking processes, liaising with the Head of Video regarding project requirements and availability.
- Maintain strong practical knowledge of camera operation, lighting, sound recording, editing and post-production workflows, including sound mixing and colour grading.
- Demonstrate proficiency in animation, keyframing and motion graphics.
- Stay informed about emerging production techniques, platforms and technologies, including AI tools that could support video production and creative development.
- Share useful findings and contribute to trials of new tools, supporting the adoption of agreed production workflows and technical standards.
- Troubleshoot common production and audio-visual issues, seeking specialist support when required, and continue developing technical and creative skills.
Requirements
- Experience producing video content in a creative agency, publisher, production company or similar environment.
- Strong practical skills in shooting preferably with Canon cameras, editing and producing both short-form and long-form video content.
- Understanding of the end-to-end production process, from briefing and pre-production through to filming, editing and delivery.
- Experience managing projects and balancing creative requirements with deadlines, budgets, practical constraints and competing priorities.
- Good knowledge of camera set-ups, cinematography, lighting, audio recording and post-production workflows.
- Confidence working on location and in studio environments, with experience supporting or operating multi-camera setups.
- Demonstrable experience in animation, keyframing and motion graphics.
- Ability to interpret briefs and develop creative ideas, including writing treatments and creating storyboards, appropriate to different audiences, brands and platforms.
- Good communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to collaborate across editorial, creative and commercial teams.
- Strong proficiency in Adobe Premiere Pro, with working knowledge of other Adobe Creative Suite applications, including After Effects, Photoshop, Audition and Firefly. Familiarity with project and asset management tools such as Monday.com, Iconik and LucidLink, alongside an interest in emerging AI tools and new production approaches.
- Strong organisational skills, attention to detail and a proactive, solutions-focused approach.
Benefits
- A relaxed working environment with regular socials including a summer festival
- Supportive well-being initiatives and benefits, talks & workshops, and Mental Health First aiders & Champions
- 25 days holiday plus a day for your birthday. Our offices will be closed between Christmas and New Year’s which are in addition to your annual entitlement
- Tailored training and development through both our inhouse learning platform and LinkedIn Learning
- A progressive and transparent culture focused on your development
- Flexible / hybrid working plus early finish Fridays
- Cycle to work scheme
- Enhanced Family Policies including paternity, adoption and surrogacy leave. We also provide a pregnancy loss, fertility, and carers policy
- Competitive pension plans and Life Assurance
- A newly renovated modern office with lots of collaborative spaces
At Immediate, we pride ourselves on our open, inclusive, collaborative, and dynamic culture that empowers our people to thrive and give their best. We care deeply about our people, our local communities and the impact we have on the environment. Our active Diversity & Inclusion network, comprehensive well-being programs, and clear sustainability strategies reflect this commitment.
People are at the heart of our business and creating a diverse and inclusive working environment is important to us. Immediate is an equal opportunities employer. We’ll never treat anyone less favourably because of their sex, gender reassignment, pregnancy and maternity, marital/civil partnerships, sexual orientation, race, nationality, ethnic origin, age, religion or belief or disability. We’re also committed to supporting applications from those who are returning to work following a career break, maternity leave or caring responsibilities.
Immediate is a place you can grow, be supported, and make a difference.
