At Hearst UK, there’s always more to the story. Join us as our Video Lead to start the next chapter in your career. 

We’re the UK’s leading premium publisher, and the people behind iconic media brands such as Cosmopolitan, Esquire, Elle, Harper’s Bazaar and Country Living. We’ve created a working environment that encourages everyone to pull together. We never stop looking for brave new ideas. We’ll always try to develop and improve, we trust each other to do our best, and we have fun as we build on our heritage to make history.

You will be working alongside the Editorial Director and Leads to implement a strong video strategy. You will be creating industry-leading multimedia video content across the Entertainment portfolio at Hearst on various digital platforms, as well as ensuring all video output hits our high standards of quality and creativity.

ABOUT THE ROLE 

Oversee development, execution and delivery of all video products and podcasts, across multiple platforms and brands, including – but not limited to  – social video, junket edits, weekly video features, occasional series and weekly podcasts.  Produce monthly reporting to support relevant brand stakeholders in knowing what videos have and haven’t performed and how this plays into wider strategy Maintain any workflow tools such as FrameIO + Google Sheets to support with programming calendar and any equipment bookings etc Shoot and produce video as and when required. Will have the vision to experiment with formats and storytelling techniques. Edit video as required, breaking new ground with innovative graphics and experimental formats as and when appropriate. Work closely with department and brand leads to develop their video output and identity.  Consistent library management Support editors and writers’ output with ‘live TV’ clipping and uploading as necessary, alongside support from the Pictures team.
Contribute ideas and helping departments develop theirs. Communicate the final ‘pitch’ for each Original video concept. This should include synopsis, shoot time and date, projected cost, projected goals/KPIs and any other relevant information.  Ensure the smooth running of every video shoot.  Create and communicate shoot call sheets to all involved. Forecast video trends and emerging platforms to meet new video audiences. Maintain a comprehensive video archive system and catalogue, easily accessible and understood by others.

 

 

ABOUT YOU

A proven track -record of directing and shooting high-quality internet-forward video content. Experience editing video using the likes of Adobe Premiere Pro and/or Final Cut Pro. Ability to adapt ideas to suit space and time restraints, talent needs and budgets. Ability to keep a cool head under pressure, dealing with fast-paced shoot situations with multiple stake-holders present. Experience repurposing video into different social media formats, with a deep understanding of what content works on each platform. A working knowledge of analytics, able to use data to shape and inform our video content strategy is desirable. Experience in sound recording. Strong organizational skills, with the ability to implement a well-oiled and efficient video process from ideation and shooting, to editing and asset storage. Photoshop and design knowledge, to produce title cards and overlays on video is desirable. Experience hiring a freelance crew when needed, working with celebrity talent desirable. A working knowledge of budgeting and financial reporting is desirable. Knowledge of different video styles, formats and distribution trends is a nice to have.

 

WHAT WE OFFER

At Hearst UK, you can choose from a huge range of perks and benefits that can help you learn well, work well and live well including:

 

25 days’ holiday (with the option to buy up to 5 additional holiday days) - pro rated for part-time or fixed-term employees Hybrid working  Discounted gym membership Healthcare cash plan Spend a charity day with your favourite good cause Life assurance and pension scheme Regular socials and more!

 

There’s more to your story than you imagine. And the next chapter begins right here. 

 

Hearst UK is deeply committed to using our influential brands to reflect the world we want to live in – one that respects, protects, represents and uplifts the voices and opinions of all people. As a business, we recognise the significant benefits of creativity, collaboration and innovation that comes with diverse teams. Not only is diversifying the voices in our organization the right thing to do, but it also helps us to make powerful and exciting content that can be enjoyed by many more people. This is why we’re working to build a sense of true belonging within our business and foster a culture in which everyone feels