Videographer

The role

We’re looking for an experienced Videographer to join the creative team within the Communications and Marketing team at the Raspberry Pi Foundation in Cambridge. This is a great opportunity to join an expanding in-house creative team with an ambitious, global remit. It is a new role working alongside our existing Videographer and two Designers.

The main responsibility of this role is to provide high-quality educational video content across the Foundation, with a focus on our online courses and lessons. Videos will be a mixture of full-length course content and creative edits for marketing and social media. You will be responsible for filming and editing, including setting up camera, lighting, and audio equipment and delivering edits that meet our brand guidelines and accessibility standards. You will also support the pre-production processes, advising on timings, scripting, and storyboard development.

You’ll have studio experience of filming, video production, and editing across different kinds of content. You’ll be passionate about video and design, and enjoy trying new ideas. You’ll be able to take direction, and to work within our established visual style, but also have the confidence and experience to propose new ideas. You’ll have a good knowledge of trends in the video industry and social media, and be able to apply this to your work. You’ll be a highly collaborative person and have an eye for detail.

We strive to make the Foundation a place where talented people who care about our mission can do the best work of their careers. We have a flexible and collaborative approach to all aspects of our work. If you’re the right person for the job, we’ll make it work for you, and you can be confident that you’ll be working with an exceptional team.

Responsibilities

Deliver engaging video content that supports teachers and learners around the world Project-manage all video and editing aspects of course and lesson production Support the Communications and Marketing team on wider promotional activities including edits for social media, developing case study films, and filming on location at events Provide consultation and expertise in the pre-production phase, such as idea generation, storyboarding, and visual aspects Conduct on-location shoots, including managing logistics, directing talent, and capturing B-roll footage as needed Set up and operate camera equipment, lighting, and audio devices for video shoots within the office studio or on location, ensuring high-quality footage and sound Edit video footage within Adobe Creative Cloud (Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects, Illustrator) Design and integrate captivating motion graphics to enhance video content, ensuring visual consistency and engaging storytelling Develop and build video templates to streamline production processes, maintaining brand identity and visual consistency across all projects for other creatives Execute small animation projects, bringing creative concepts to life through engaging visuals and dynamic motion Ensure that all videos align with our brand guidelines, messaging, and accessibility standards

Experience and personal attributes

We recognise that everyone has the potential for growth, and we welcome applications from candidates who can demonstrate that they have some, but not all, of the experience and personal attributes listed here.

Proven experience as a videographer, with a strong portfolio showcasing your work Proficiency in studio setup and operation, including knowledge of lighting techniques, camera angles, and audio recording in a controlled environment Excellent attention to detail and ability to maintain high-quality standards in all aspects of video production Excellent knowledge of Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects, and Illustrator  Strong understanding of animation principles, including timing, spacing, and movement, to bring characters and visuals to life effectively Good experience in designing captivating motion graphics/principles, including timing, easing, and keyframe animation, to produce fluid and engaging motion graphics Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and work to deadlines Solution-driven creative thinking and problem-solving skills to overcome challenges during production Excellent communication skills and ability to collaborate effectively with team members and stakeholders Expertise in post-production techniques for enhancing and optimising video quality, refining and improving lesser AV to achieve professional standards Proficient in macOS environment

About us

The Raspberry Pi Foundation is a UK-based educational charity with the mission to enable young people to realise their full potential through the power of computing and digital technologies.

Established in 2008 and first known for our product — the wildly successful Raspberry Pi computer — the Foundation has developed education programmes, learning experiences, and products that are helping millions of young people learn vital new knowledge and skills.

Through Code Club and CoderDojo, we support the world’s largest network of free informal computing clubs for young people. Tens of thousands of educators have taken our online courses, and millions of people use our free online learning resources. To deepen our understanding of how young people learn about computing and how to create with digital technologies, we conduct academic research, and we use that knowledge to increase the impact of our work and advance the field of computing education.

Across all of our work, we work hard to engage young people who come from backgrounds that are traditionally underrepresented in the field of computing or who experience educational disadvantage. We work all over the world, with teams based in the UK, Ireland, North America, and India, and partnerships with mission-aligned organisations in over 40 countries.

We are at the forefront of the global movement to help young people learn about computing and digital making. You can read more about our mission, values, and goals in our and our .

Benefits

In addition to competitive salaries, we offer a range of benefits for all of our colleagues, including:

25 days’ annual leave initially, growing to 30 days after five years’ service Company-wide close down for 3 days at the end of the year Generous company pension scheme with 8% employer and 4% employee contributions Private healthcare Life assurance and long-term illness insurance policy Investment in professional development and learning Flexible work hours as needed, to fit around childcare or other commitments Generous family leave policy Cycle-to-work scheme and season ticket loan

Timetable for applications

Closing date: Tuesday 28 May 2024, BST
Phone screen: Wednesday 29 May 2024
First-round interview: Monday 3 June 2024
Second-round interview: Week commencing 10 June 2024
Start date: ASAP

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. If successful in the selection process, you will be required to undergo a background check to confirm that you are a suitable person to work with children. Further background checks will be made at regular intervals thereafter.

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