Job Description
Job Title: Shooting Assistant Producer, Fabulous
Location: London Bridge
Company Overview:
An iconic, dynamic storyteller with a rich heritage and a global audience in the millions, The Sun is now focusing on an exciting, video-focussed strategy to engage new audiences, putting video at the heart of The Sun’s journalism.
Sun Originals is a brand new video production studio making premium series for The Sun, Sun Sport and Fabulous brands. Creating, developing and producing a slate of brand new original shows, the team are helping The Sun reach its next generation of viewers.
Your Role: As a Shooting Assistant Producer creating videos for our women’s lifestyle channel Fabulous, you will help make compelling video content that informs and engages audiences. You will be working with a Producer to cast, film and produce high quality video for various digital platforms.
The role entails casting, location finding, dealing with contributors and on-screen talent, as well as self-op filming on location or in a studio, across a range of formats for YouTube and other platforms.
Day to day you will:
1. Scout and secure locations suitable for filming, ensuring they align with creative briefs.
2. Cast contributors and on-screen talent, working closely with the Producer to ensure the content is engaging and relevant.
3. Self-operate filming equipment on location or in studio settings to produce high-quality video content.
4. Collaborate with the Producer to develop creative concepts and formats for videos across various platforms, including YouTube and social media.
5. Handle logistics and liaise with contributors and talent to ensure smooth production schedules.
6. Ensure the final videos meet brand and editorial standards, reflecting Fabulous’s tone and voice.
What we are looking for from you:
1. Experience of working on original entertainment-related content for YouTube or other digital platforms and self-op filming experience is essential.
2. Strong self-operating filming skills, with the ability to work independently on location or in a studio.
3. Exceptional organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
4. A creative mindset, with the ability to generate ideas and contribute to the development of engaging video formats.
5. Excellent communication skills, with the ability to liaise effectively with contributors, talent, and team members.
6. A passion for women's lifestyle content and a strong understanding of the Fabulous audience.
Why Join Us:
1. Be Part of a Digital Transformation: This is your chance to be a key player in a historic brand’s digital pivot, shaping the future of video content in the newsroom.
2. Innovative Environment: Work in a forward-thinking environment where creativity and experimentation are encouraged, and where your insights will help drive our digital video strategy.
3. Collaborative Team: Join a passionate, talented team of Producers, editors, and creatives who are committed to delivering high-quality video content that engages, informs, and inspires.
Benefits:
* Maternity leave up to 18 weeks full basic salary & paternity leave up to 2 weeks
* Wide range of training available, plus full LinkedIn Learning access
* Private medical insurance including coverage for pre-existing conditions
* Discounted gym memberships, free ClassPass at Home, weekly virtual yoga classes
* ‘Bikes for Work’ and ‘Electric Car’ scheme
* Access to exclusive events Up to 60% discount on Harper Collins books and competitions with exciting brands such as talkSPORT, Virgin Radio UK & The Times. Weekly virtual panel chats with top journalists and celebrities
* Access to wellbeing benefits such as EAP, physio/massage and counselling
* A generous pension scheme with employer contributions of up to 5%
* 25 days holiday, plus bank holidays and up to 4 volunteering days per year
We want to ensure that everyone has the opportunity to perform to their best when applying for a role. If you would like to receive any information in a different way or for us to do anything differently to support you apply for any of our roles please contact us on careers@news.co.uk.
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