Animator / Video Editor
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Position Overview & Specifications
About us
Blackpoint Media Ltd is a small business based in Market Deeping, Peterborough. We are creative, collaborative and fun.
Our work environment includes:
- Flexible working hours
- Modern office setting
- On-the-job training
- Growth opportunities
Company description
Blackpoint Media is an emerging content creation agency based just outside of Peterborough in the historic market town of Market Deeping. Our team has grown quickly and we're now looking for a full-time Animator/Video Editor to join the team and help produce content for our range of exciting brands.
Job description
What you will be doing...
We are looking for someone to fill the role of Animator/Video Editor. You will be working alongside our team of Photographer/Videographers to help conceptualise, produce and and edit a range of video content across our numerous brands.
The salary will be based off your experience and skill set, but the role is open to both junior applicants looking for a start in the industry, as well as experienced editors seeking an exciting new opportunity.
Working environment
We're a small, close-knit team that operates on mutal trust and support. Although we take our work seriously, we defintely don't take ourselves too seriously - we want to operate in a fun, positive and lighthearted working environment.
As a member of the team, you'll be given the reposnsibility to manage our own working hours, as we understand that life doesn't always fit to a 9-5 working day. Ultimately, our goal is to forge a team that'll be able to grow with the company and in return the company will provide opportunities for your own career progression.
What is required from you...
Your core skills must include:
- An up-to-date portfilio that displays both your animation and editing abilities.
- Good knowledge of, and experience using, Adobe Creative Cloud software, including Premiere Pro, After Effects, Illustrator, Photoshop etc.
- Exceptional communication, organisational and customer service skills.
- Must be driven, truthworthy and motivated.
- Able to work both independantly and as part of a team.
Addtional skills that would add further value to your application include:
- Knowledge of 3D animation/modeling, with an up-to-date portfolio that would demonstrate your abilities.
- Experience in capturing video and/or photos, with a portfolio that accurately demonstrates your abilities and style.
- The ability to confidently write scripts or blog posts, with examples that demonstrate your skill level.
- Any history with sales/marketing/advertising.
- Experience creating content for social media platforms, most notably for YouTube, TikTok and Instagram.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: £20,000.00-£25,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Flexitime
- Free parking
- On-site parking
Schedule:
- Flexitime
- Monday to Friday
Application question(s):
- Please provide a link to your up-to-date porfolio or examples of your work. Feel free to explain or elaborate on anything you think might be helpful to your application.
(NOTE: Failure to provide a portfolio will result in an automatic rejection of your application).
- This is NOT a remote job role and would require you to work Mon-Fri at our studio based in Market Deeping, Peterborough, UK. Would you be happy to relocate/commute to the Peterborough area upon a successful application?
Experience:
- Video Editing: 2 years (preferred)
Work Location: One location
Application deadline: 28/02/2023
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: General
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Animator / Video Editor roles across Blackpoint Media Ltd's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to General.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £20,000 - £25,000 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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