Description
This role is based at our Poole studio
Diversity matters
We are building a brand that represents the people of the world. It’s what you do that counts, and we are always looking to expand perspectives and voices to shape our future.
We see you, we celebrate you, we want you!
Who we are
You might know us as the inventors of the bath bomb, but there’s more to this great-smelling, partly employee-owned, family-run company than pioneering cosmetics. We believe our business should put more back into the world than it takes and demonstrate that capitalism can be a force for good.
The Living Wage Foundation’s statement 'a hard day's work deserves a fair day's pay' is one that we are proud to commit to in the UK. As an accredited Living Wage employer, we put our people first and fight cruel practices like animal testing, promote regeneration, and show that it is what’s inside that counts - whether that’s an ingredient in a product, or the minerals in a smartphone.
Please note: We may close this vacancy early if we receive an overwhelming response or our business requirements change.
The role
Lush is seeking a creative Videographer/Editor for its in-house media department. They will be responsible for delivering high-quality, original content across all Lush platforms, with a focus on editing and the ability to operate the camera, produce, and direct. This includes creating and shooting work for the Lush website, YouTube and live events. Our ideal candidate will be self-motivated, agile and bold in their approach to creating video content.
As a Lush enthusiast and talented visual storyteller, you’ll ensure that all content we publish is created and edited to the highest standards possible. This is an excellent opportunity to work on the video production team at Lush, with your core focus on creating engaging, reactive video content for Lush's digital platforms.
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Key Responsibilities
* Bring Lush’s stories to life through exceptional video editing.
* Working with motion graphics for videos.
* Review work with stakeholders to obtain feedback and sign off.
* Interpreting multiple briefs into a visual format.
* Generating ideas for and producing original video content.
* Storyboarding and creating shot lists where required.
* Filming a variety of visually engaging video content.
* Lighting for different locations and scenarios.
* Taking a directorial lead on projects where required.
* Working on multiple projects at a time, with a varying tone of voice.
* Coverage of live events where needed (involves travel).
* Develop a strong understanding of Lush’s brand identity to support in video creation.
* Organise kit rental.
* Continuously seek out new content opportunities, working collaboratively with the creative leads and media teams.
* Elevate and maintain the highest possible standards of video production.
* Maintain and organise all video equipment and studio space.
* Maintaining good file management and ensuring all project files are easily accessible from the archive when needed.
* Work with the YouTube channel manager to ensure files are uploaded and publishing deadlines are met.
Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
Skills we are looking for:
* Strong editing skills on Adobe Premiere Pro.
* Intermediate After Effects skills.
* A strong visual flair.
* High level of attention to detail.
* Strong and diverse shooting skills, predominantly in a studio setting, also in a variety of other scenarios.
* Confident directing talent of varying experience levels.
* A positive and proactive attitude with the ability to be adaptable and think on your feet.
* Ability to accurately implement feedback.
* Advanced knowledge of camera systems, especially Sony A7S and FS7, Red and Canon.
* Advanced knowledge of constant lighting techniques.
* Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
* Able to embrace changing assignments, direction, and deadlines that come your way - a willingness to learn and adapt.
* Ability to interpret briefs and use feedback to positively impact projects.
* Ability to work well individually and collaborate with wider teams on larger projects.
* Confident working with and managing freelance crews where necessary.
Must haves
* At least 2 years of existing video industry experience. Working at a commercial/professional capacity.
* Advanced knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite, especially Premiere Pro and intermediate skills in After Effects.
Benefits
* 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
* 6 months of full pay for parental leave (primary caregiver must qualify for SMP)
* Enhanced paternity leave*
* Bonus scheme
* Day off for weekday birthdays
* Holiday purchase scheme
* 50% discount on Lush products and spa treatments
* Cycle to work scheme
* Discounted rail and bus season tickets
* Employee assistance programme
* We’re 10% Employee Owned - all colleagues play a role in protecting our ethics, our independence, contributing ideas for the future and share in the rewards of success when the company is doing well.
* Support groups, film nights, yoga, meditation sessions and much more
* *Tailored gender affirming care
*qualifying period/hours required
We believe that your information is yours and that it is Lush's responsibility to process your personal information in a secure, fair and accurate manner. Every individual processed by LUSH has certain rights over their data, which are detailed in our Privacy Notice here .
Since establishing in 1995 in Poole, Dorset, Lush has been driven by innovation and its ethics.
Creators of pioneering beauty products such as the fizzing bath bomb, shower jellies and solid shampoo bars, we place emphasis on fresh ingredients like organic fruits and vegetables, fight against animal testing and combat over-packaging by developing products that can be sold ‘naked’ to the customer without any packaging.
We currently operate in 52 countries with 928 global shops. Through our separate business divisions we invent, manufacture and sell our handmade products direct to our customers through our own shops and online. The fact that we make all our products by hand is something we are really rather proud of!
Lush is 10% Employee Owned since 2017 and our people are the heart and soul of our business.