Calex is a specialist training and consultancy organisation working in partnership with several market-leading automotive manufacturers. We are currently seeking to recruit a Videographer/Editor to join the team at the Volkswagen National Learning Centre in Milton Keynes.

The role reports to the Digital & Multi Media Manager within the Digital & Multi Media Team. This team is responsible for the creation of video and digital content for virtual training and face-to-face delivery across our partner network, as well as corporate films.

The Videographer / Editor will be involved in the concept and creation of story boards and all creative aspects of content production, with the output focused on supporting our networks ability to enhance Customer Experience. The role will require you to direct, shoot and edit footage in accordance with brand guidelines.

This is an exciting opportunity to join one of the most successful and innovative automotive organisations in an important role which will help drive current and future success of the National Learning Centre’s training programmes.

We are looking for an individual who is:

• Confident in their expertise, with the ability to share expertise across the team and to build a better solution, adopting an innovative and future focussed mindset that leads to the provision of world class learning solutions
• Curious, asks questions, provides solutions to business challenges and is able to prioritise their workload
• Experienced in positively challenging the status quo in the pursuit of driving our learning offer forwards
• Able to engage, inspire and motivate our learners and team members

Key responsibilities

• Create and develop multimedia (audio/video/photographic) content
• Responsible for the planning, shooting, and editing of videos
• Support with events including set dressing and AV Support
• Following the production process from content brief to delivery of assets
• Prioritising multiple fast-paced projects at the same time
• Ensure that all image and video assets created meet editorial standards and branding guidelines.

About You

• Self-sufficient, tech-savvy and a quick learner
• Must have a deep understanding of and appreciation for the creative process - story telling, conceptualising, filming, sound, lighting, etc.
• Experience of basic script editing and compilation of shot lists
• Able to take creative direction and work autonomously to bring a story to life
• Fluent in the use of a camera for shooting videos/film
• Proven experience with Adobe Creative Cloud products, e.g. Premiere Pro and After Effects, and an understanding of video formats and codecs
• Experience working with designers, animators, and motion graphics artists
• Expertise with colour correction/grading, sound design, and animation is a plus
• Ability to travel if required
• Attention to detail
• Strong organisational skills
• Must be able to work both as a lead and as part of a team cross - functionally and collaboratively
• Demonstrable solid proven experience in multiplatform content production, including self-shooting
• Experience with photography is advantageous
• Excellent self and time management skills
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to influence corporate clients and help them achieve their creative ideas
• Experience with creating infographics is desirable

To apply, please provide a full and up to date copy of your CV together with a covering letter detailing the skills you have that make you suitable for this role.
To support your application we would like you to include examples of your previous work such as show reels and archive footage with explanations of your roles in each. Applications will not be considered if example of work is not provided at time of application.

Salary & Benefits

Up to £26,000 dependent on experience.

25 Days Paid Annual Leave. Calex Employee Benefits Package (inc. High Street Discounts, Online GP, Welfare Scheme).

Pre-employment Checks
Calex will undertake the relevant/standard employment checks with any successful candidate. This includes contacting all nominated references, as well as checking candidate ID, driving licence (if appropriate) and right to work in the UK. Some roles may also be subject to further pre-employment checks (confirmation will be provided through the recruitment process). The nature of this role may necessitate that we undertake a DBS check.

Employment

The successful candidate will be employed by Calex UK (www.calexuk.com). Calex are a specialist automotive training provider and provide training staff and expertise including Trainers, Developers, Digital Learning Experts, and Administrators to Volkswagen Group UK. The successful candidate will join an established team, at the VWG National Learning Centre in Milton Keynes.

Visa Sponsorship

Although Calex UK is on the register of Worker and Temporary Worker licensed sponsors, there is not an opportunity of sponsor for this specific role.

Place of Work

VWG National Learning Centre, Wymbush, Milton Keynes. There will also be times when it may be necessary to work from alternative locations such as (but not limited to) Calex offices, alternative VWG facilities and retailers, and other sites as necessary to perform the role, including international events.

Closing date: Sunday 23 March 2025

Unfortunately, we cannot respond to everyone. If you have not heard back from us with 14 days your application will not have been successful.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: Up to £26,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Employee discount
• Free parking
• Gym membership
• Health & wellbeing programme
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Store discount

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person