Who we are.
PA Media Assignments is the commercial photography and video arm of PA Media – the national news agency for the UK and Ireland. We specialise in producing editorially sharp visual content for brands, PR agencies, charities and corporates, distributing it through PA’s powerful media network.
No two days are the same. One day you might be filming on the Southbank in London, the next covering a launch on the French Riviera. We work with global brands including Coca-Cola, Guinness World Records, Samsung, Google, Amazon and Uber.
This is not a news-gathering role and is not based in PA’s news team.
We are committed to creating an inclusive working environment where everyone feels supported and valued. We actively encourage flexible and agile working where possible.
About the role.
We are looking for a versatile Camera Operator & Editor to join our commercial video and photography team on a full-time basis.
Based in our Paddington office with regular travel, this role combines hands-on filming, fast turnaround editing and pre-production support. You’ll work closely with experienced producers, editors and creatives, always with a producer on shoots, and play a key role in delivering high-quality video content under pressure.
You’ll need a strong eye for storytelling, confidence with camera and sound, and the ability to adapt quickly to different briefs, locations and clients.
What you’ll be doing
Shooting & production:
1. Filming events, PR stunts, interviews, branded content, b-roll, corporate and studio-based shoots
2. Shooting social-first vertical video as well as traditional widescreen formats
3. Operating Sony camera systems (including FX-6)
4. Setting up lighting for interviews and location shoots
5. Capturing clean audio using lavs, shotguns and recorders
6. Working as part of a small crew, or within larger multi-camera teams on bigger events
Post-production & editing:
7. Ingesting, backing up and organising footage.
8. Editing fast-turnaround packages, b-roll reels, campaign films and social cutdowns
9. Delivering multiple versions per brief (hero edits, b-roll packages, social formats)
10. Adding captions, subtitles, basic motion graphics and branding
11. Mixing audio and applying colour correction to a broadcast-ready standard
12. Exporting and quality-checking content to platform and distribution specs
Pre-production & admin:
13. Reading briefs and contributing to shot lists and basic treatments
14. Preparing and checking kit ahead of shoots
15. Supporting producers with logistics, locations and risk assessments
16. Booking kit, car hire and completing expenses when required
What you’ll need
17. Proven professional experience as both a camera operator and video editor.
18. Strong camera craft and storytelling ability
19. Confidence filming for both broadcast and social platforms
20. Solid real-world lighting and location sound experience
21. Strong editing skills using Adobe Premiere Pro (CapCut experience an advantage)
22. Ability to work quickly and calmly to tight deadlines.
23. Good understanding of formats, codecs and delivery standards
24. Excellent organisational and communication skills
25. Willingness to work unsocial hours when required.
26. Physical ability to handle camera and lighting equipment.
27. Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel.
It would also be useful to have
28. Drone experience (or intent to train)
29. Live or near-live filming experience
30. After Effects or advanced motion graphics skills
31. Experience working with PR or marketing teams.
32. International shoot experience
What you can expect in return
You’ll join a creative, fast-paced team working on high-profile campaigns for household-name brands. We offer a relaxed but professional agency culture, with the support and benefits of a larger organisation.
Benefits include:
33. 25 days holiday plus holiday purchase scheme
34. Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay.
35. Wellbeing Day and Volunteering Day
36. BUPA Health Cash Plan
37. Life Assurance
38. Employee Assistance Programme
39. Access to a modern workspace with on-site gym and rooftop terrace