Video Producer

Job Introduction

We are looking for a passionate storyteller, someone who wants to create meaningful impact with their work. At Diabetes UK we know the power video has to create emotional resonance with our brand and our cause. And to help us build long term engagement and relationships with our supporters. You will play a vital role in helping us to achieve these strategic aims.

As a video producer you will be responsible for creating and delivering compelling video content for Diabetes UK on multiple digital platforms. Setting the bar high to create stand out content that is on brand and strengthens connection with our cause. You will help shape our video strategy and proactively identify new opportunities and approaches to engage our audiences.

It is an exciting time to join as we have an ambitious organisational strategy and our refreshed brand enables us to be bolder than we have ever been before. Video is at the heart of more of our campaigns and is helping us have real impact on those living with, or at risk of diabetes.

We have a friendly and inclusive working environment here at Diabetes UK and are proud of our ‘Connected Working’ framework which allows great flexibility in the way that we work. This means that you can balance your working time between home and the office, subject to the needs of your role of course. We do not dictate the number of days you have to attend the office.

Interview Date: 30th January 2023 and 31st January 2023

Please note that all job offers are subject to you providing acceptable evidence of your eligibility to work in the UK. You might find the following resources useful:

• To view a full list of accepted documents and the checks employers are required to make click here
• To view guidance on proving your right to work to an employer click here

If you have any questions, please contact HRAdvice@diabetes.org.uk

Role Responsibility

You will develop briefs and pitch concepts to tell compelling stories and create innovative and impactful videos which can be tailored to different formats and devices and engage our audiences.

You will be confident in project managing video jobs from conception to delivery, overseeing the briefing process, schedules, approvals and feedback. Ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget and meet defined outcomes.

You will be Diabetes UK’s expert in video. Providing advice and training to inspire and upskill others and to create a level of quality and consistency across the charity.

The Ideal Candidate

We are looking for an experienced Video Producer who is excited by the opportunity to use their ideas and energy to tell authentic stories and help us bring our cause to life creatively.

You will have strong project management and video production skills and a highly inspired and well thought through showreel. Be proficient in Adobe Creative Cloud and a confident and experienced self-shooter and editor.

You will have highly effective communication skills and be confident in building strong working relationships across the charity and with freelancers, agencies and case studies.

You thrive in a creative environment and can work under pressure, to turnaround high quality edits against tight deadlines and work as part of a team.

Package Description

What we can offer you: 

• Generous annual leave starting at 25 days plus bank holidays 
• A Cash Healthcare Plan (giving you up to £1,500 towards a range of out of pocket health expenses like new glasses, dentist, chiropractor or osteopath appointments) 
• Early finish Friday and flexible working as part of our approach to activity based working
• Discounts on gym membership
• Employee assistance programme to give you support on any issues that come up in life  
• Annual season ticket loan* (on completion of your probation period and if contract is permanent or longer than 12 months)
• Very active social scene including sport teams, gardening and other activities 
• Generous pension provision, life assurance and income protection insurance
• Cycle to work scheme* (eligible for scheme if contract is permanent or longer than 12 months)

*Some benefits aren't available until you've passed your probation period and are dependent on the length of contract.

About the Company

For nearly 5 million people with diabetes in the UK, there’s no day off. At Diabetes UK, we fight day in, day out for better care, treatment and support. We won’t stop until diabetes can do no harm.

With more people than ever living with diabetes and millions more at risk of developing type 2, our work has never been more needed. We make sure they get the care and support needed to live well with diabetes and avoid devastating complications.

We fund critical research, which has led to life-changing discoveries – like the first insulin pen and programmes to put type 2 diabetes into remission. Now, we want to do this for everyone and find a cure.

We can’t do any of this without you. Our staff are passionate and determined about helping everyone affected by diabetes. For over 85 years, they’ve been behind vital policy changes, as well as new treatments and technologies to make living with diabetes easier every day.

But there’s more to do. And you can be part of it.

We’re a really diverse bunch and we recognise and respect your value as an individual. As well as helping people with diabetes, you’ll be part of one of the top 30 Best UK Charities to Work For, and one of the top 75 Best Large Companies in London.

We’re committed to protecting and promoting the welfare of children and adults at risk, and we need our staff and volunteers to support this.

Our vision is a world where diabetes can do no harm. Join us today, and together, we can make that a reality.

To find out more about what we do, check out our website.

Diabetes UK