Video Content Creator

Video Content CreatorLocation London - £40-45kYour New CompanyWith over 244 offices in 33 countries across the globe, Hays are the largest specialist recruitment agency. Hays is recognised in the recruitment sector for its industry leading training & development opportunities.Overview of the role
This role, as part of the Creative Studio, is focused on supporting the Hays UK&I Marketing team in creating high-quality branded video assets to help promote Hays’ services and reputationas the world’s leading specialist recruiter. The role is focused on producing ground-breaking, innovative and functional work, to the highest creative & productive quality, on brand and fit for its intended purpose. We’re looking for an experienced, proactive Video Content Creator, responsible for creating video and audio content for internal and external use,across the UK and Ireland region. The successful candidate will be instrumental in creating content for multiple audiences, including jobseekerslooking for career advice, senior leaders searching for insights to help build their workforce, as well as informing our employees of businessinitiatives and strategies. Your New RoleMust have a campaign mindset on all projects Storyboarding, filming and editing of videos based on Hays’ brand guidelines and templatesfor a variety of project types, including:Promotion of National Campaigns and Specialism-focused reports | Interviews withSpecialism leads to promote products and/or services | Supporting Social Media Managerwith video content | Video townhalls featuring senior stakeholders Take briefs from colleagues within the department and around the businessSearch for and/or acquire on-brand video assets to be used in projectsContribute to ‘studio housekeeping’, e.g. managing Hays and client files and assets,file naming, archiving and general day-to-day upkeep of studio facilities and environmentFull understanding of all aspects of the Hays brand to ensure correct and consistentexecution of all workManage projects and relationships with agencies, freelancers and other creative thirdparties (as required) to deliver on-brand workEnsure briefs meet the requirements of the Creative Studio department; liaising with theDigital Production Manager (DPM) to ensure all work is conducted according to the agreedcreative process and to make sure all work is checked, approved and delivered on-brief,on-spec and on-timePresenting concepts/designs to the Head of Marketing Activation and/or DPM, as well asMarketing stakeholders, the business and/or external clientsAct as a Brand guardian, developing a complete understanding of all aspects of the Haysbrand guidelines, to ensure correct and appropriate execution for workHelp develop the creative knowledge and capabilities of the creative team byinvestigating, researching and communicating innovations, news and opportunitiesin the creative/marketing industriesKeep up-to-date with new business news, the competition and Hays’ marketing strategyto ensure that we offer the best possible creative solution to our customers’ needsWillingness to improve the quality of design and be an active member of the creative processWork effectively with the different systems employed by Hays, including Asana, the HaysBrand Portal, and Hays intranet (Sharepoint)Help build a training plan in light of personal aspirations, business requirements andresourcing needsContribute to creative briefing sessions, team meetings, events and reviewsKey Requirements for successStrong portfolio demonstrating creative flair, innovation, originality and experience of working on a range of different types of projectsStrong working knowledge of Adobe Premiere Pro, and After EffectsWorking knowledge of Adobe Creative Cloud applications incl. InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop & AcrobatWorking knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Powerpoint)Experience working with a project management system preferable, but not essential (Asana)Good team worker who contributes and supports the wider team/departmentCommercially aware with good understanding of business needs Understanding of the skills needed to produce high-quality creative work and the latest industry trendsProven success in driving forward brand awarenessExperience of working within a corporate in-house environment a distinct advantageDemonstrate behaviour which supports the Hays values: Build partnerships | Think beyond | Do the right thingWhat you will get in returnAs a global FTSE 250 business, Hays can offer you all the tools for a successful career. This is the ideal opportunity for someone with minimal experience looking to build a career in Bids and Contracts. You’ll join the team with clear objectives set out for career progression plus all the training and support you could ask for. Hays works on a flexible hybrid basis where you’ll be able to work 50% from home and 50% from our central offices. You’ll also have access to all our wide range of benefits including cycle to work, private healthcare options, buy & sell leave, shopping discounts, dedicated services for mental health support & wellbeing plus a monthly wellbeing hour to use at your own discretion plus our paid volunteering day for all employees under our Working for Your Tomorrow InitiativCulture built on rewarding success and the opportunity to influence your earning potential.Best technology in the industry and a renowned training programme to support success and drive rapid career progression and ongoing developmentFlexible hybrid working patternsOpportunity to take your career globallyIncentives and rewards to recognise performance both locally, regionally and nationallyBroad range of employee wellbeing initiatives and benefitsReferral bonus schemeCommunity of internal support networks.Paid volunteering days for all employees under our Working for Your Tomorrow Initiative.Life at Hays presents the opportunity for growth, varied career paths, exciting challenges and a culture of inclusion that celebrates diversity. As a committed Disability Confident employer, if you’re thinking of a new tomorrow for your career, whatever your background, let’s work together to create it!At Hays, we share a passion for creating a culture of opportunities for our people to flourish and succeed, whatever your background. We know that diversity of perspective and an inclusive approach, which encourages those experiences and views to be heard, is great for business and therefore your career.