About us
Halfords is on a journey - building the future of motoring and cycling and looking for people who want to help shape what comes next. We’re a place for co‑creators: people who want to make a real impact, take ownership and be part of something that’s still evolving.
As the UK’s leading retailer of motoring and cycling products, we’re supported by one of the country’s largest independent vehicle servicing, maintenance and repair networks through Halfords Autocentres. This breadth gives us a strong, stable foundation - and the freedom to keep innovating and growing.
That means real variety for our colleagues, along with the opportunity to learn, stretch and develop as the business moves forward. Whatever your role, you’ll be part of a team focused on delivering exceptional service - using your expertise to solve problems, guide customers and help keep the nation moving with confidence.
About the role
We are looking for a Digital Video and Photography Editor to create the day-to-day output of video and photography content across Halfords Retail, Autocentre and internal digital and social media channels, supporting key business, marketing, PR and communication objectives.
Working closely with the Studio Manager within the Halfords internal studio, this role will create and deliver engaging final digital video and photography content to engage Halfords target audiences in a relevant way, aligning with the overall strategy and multi-channel marketing campaigns. This includes delivering bespoke content to be used across social media channels including Instagram, TikTok, Facebook and LinkedIn, alongside the website and YouTube.
Key responsibilities
- Respond to stakeholder briefs and liaise with a team of creatives to design bespoke post-production edits for both video and photography
- Utilising graphics and editing techniques to produce a wide range of creative and innovative content for a variety of formats and across a breadth of digital and social media channels
- Develop video and photography content that is fit for purpose and meets deadlines.
- Support maintain and develop distinct and on brand creative outputs for video and photography content in accordance with the overarching brand and digital strategy, objectives and tone of voice
- Ensure the maintenance and preparation of all video and photography equipment, as well as raise requests for additional equipment, software and props
- Upload video and photography requests in accordance with deadlines
- Work from start to finish on creative video and photography productions including pre-production, execution and delivery of creative assets
- Work closely with the Studio Manager to plan and take on a brief/project that requires video and photo support, including the creation of shot lists and storyboarding in the pre-production phase.
- Be able to output across multiple channels in varying formats including, Tik Tok, Instagram, YouTube, Web and more
About you
- Experience with content creation in studio and lifestyle-based environments
- Proficient with Adobe Creative Suite, predominantly Premiere Pro, After Effects, Photoshop and Lightroom
- Experience in producing final assets for use across multiple channels in varying formats including, but not exclusive to, TikTok, Instagram, YouTube and Web
- A creative flair and are able to think both creatively and strategically
- Knowledge of video and photo production techniques
- Excellent interpersonal skills and have the ability to deal with external stakeholders and senior management
- Strong organisational skills and the ability to work to tight deadlines
- Flexible in working approach and able to problem solve to achieve the best possible outcome
- Is a forward thinker and keeps up to date with the latest trends and technological advancements in the creative industry
Reward & benefits
- A fair and competitive salary evaluated against market data, annual discretionary bonus scheme, pension, life assurance, 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays and enhanced family leave.
- Commitment and dedication to your ongoing personal and professional development. We help you to own and grow your potential so you can be at your best in your current role and to support your future career aspirations.
- We offer hybrid working in our Support Centre, you will be based at our Support Centre 3 days a week with an optional 2 days working from home.
- You will have access to a wealth of employee discounts across the Halfords suite of products and services.
- Wellbeing and inclusion are at the heart of our colleague experience. We offer resources and ongoing support to enhance your wellbeing at work and active Colleague Networks supporting inclusion initiatives across Halfords.
Not sure you meet all the criteria? We'd encourage you to take the wheel and apply anyway! At Halfords we are committed to creating an inclusive workplace for our colleagues. We're an equal opportunities employer and proud to welcome applications from all backgrounds and embrace diversity within our one Halfords Family.
At Halfords, we operate a hybrid working policy with 3 days on site at our Support Centre in Redditch.
