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
As a Videographer/Photographer at Halfords, you’ll be responsible for producing high‑quality video and photography content that supports our retail, autocentres and digital and social channels. Your work will play a key role in delivering our marketing, PR and communication objectives.
You will collaborate closely with the Studio Manager to create compelling digital content that resonates with our diverse audiences. This ranges from everyday social content and website assets to YouTube content and hero creative for major multi‑channel campaigns.
Key Responsibilities
- Partner with the Studio Manager to plan and execute briefs, including developing shot lists and storyboards during pre‑production.
- Work collaboratively with internal teams and external partners to create video and photography content that meets KPIs, drives engagement, increases click‑throughs and attracts new audiences
- Respond to creative briefs by producing, shooting and editing innovative content across a variety of formats and digital platforms
- Support the development of distinctive, on‑brand visual outputs that align with Halfords’ wider brand, digital strategy and tone of voice
- Work closely with the Studio Editor and Asset Librarian to ensure accurate, first‑time delivery of assets across multiple channels including DAM, TikTok, Instagram, YouTube and the Halfords website
- Manage deadlines effectively to ensure timely delivery of all video and photography outputs
- Oversee the maintenance, preparation and organisation of all equipment as well as raising requests for additional kit, software or props when required
About You
- Experience producing content in both studio and lifestyle environments.
- Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite, particularly Premiere Pro, After Effects, Photoshop and Lightroom
- Confident operating Sony and Canon camera systems
- Skilled in audio capture and familiar with lighting setups
- A creative thinker with strong conceptual and strategic abilities
- Solid understanding of video and photography production techniques
- Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with external partners and senior stakeholders
- Highly organised, with the ability to manage multiple deadlines
- Flexible, solutions‑focused and able to adapt quickly to achieve the best outcome
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.
