Videographer

Job title Videographer

Reporting to Global Head of Creative Production

Based London HQ

We are a global marketing agency that has gone from start-up to multi-national in little over two decades. Our success is due to a combination of factors: talented people delivering award winning campaigns; expanding client relationships into new markets or services; making strategic acquisitions. The agency, its people and client campaigns have won many prestigious awards, including Cannes Lions, PRovoke Media, ICCO, European Excellence, PRCA Digital, Digital Impact, Global Digital Excellence.

At the heart of the business is TEAM LEWIS Foundation. In January 2021, there was a need to respond to the challenges the COVID pandemic brought to communities and charitable organisations. TEAM LEWIS saw that support was crucial and change was needed to make that happen. Our local causes scheme was launched. Every member of TEAM LEWIS can nominate a local cause close to their heart to receive a cash donation. In addition, nominated causes can also benefit from a donation in kind of expertise, time, and resources. In the past year TEAM LEWIS has donated almost $2million to 445 causes around the world. You can read more about TEAM LEWIS Foundation at https://www.teamlewis.com/impact2021/.

The Videographer’s main focus will be capturing and powerfully bringing to life strategic insights, brand messaging and proposition, creative ideas and concepts. The role will help the evolution of innovative storytelling at TEAM LEWIS.

Filming and editing will include brand videos, product videos, corporate videos, interviews, case studies, events and showreels. Animation will include kinetic typography, motion graphics, title animation, 2D animation, Creative thinking and skills, technical knowledge and strong organizational ability are important in this role.

Dependent on client and new business needs, the Videographer may also be involved with EMEA-led clients, as well as with network-wide assignments.

• Review and recommend the range of services that should be offered, advising on equipment required, resources needed, rate card, etc
• Develop ideas for creative use of video and partner with account teams to pitch video work to clients
• Script, storyboard and film in accordance with project briefs and for new business pitches
• Provide guidance and recommend solutions on emerging video technologies, such as AI, 360 video, virtual reality and augmented reality
• Script and film internal videos for corporate updates, house marketing, recruitment, events, etc
• Script and film client videos in accordance with project briefs and for new business pitches
• Set up lighting and audio equipment for shoots
• Handle pre and post production editing (various formats); add 2D post production effects as required
• Manage video projects from conception to delivery, including production timetables and costings; ensure workflow is logical and structured, delivering to deadline
• Bring a high level of quality control to ensure that everything that is produced under the TEAM LEWIS name is striking, creative and professional
• Interview and recruit key hires as required, helping to resource from your network
• Overall, be a collaborative, encouraging, supportive member of the UK team.

Integrity, humility, self-drive/initiative – and a sense of humour

Key relationships

This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of the responsibilities for this role. Other responsibilities may be added from time to time.

TEAM LEWIS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating and fostering an environment focused on equality, empowerment, and respect. We strive to create an inclusive workplace that supports and celebrates our diversity. We continue to invest in our efforts to ensure that TEAM LEWIS is a place where everyone can thrive.