CASUAL - Video Production Internship 

The University 

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Across the University we have a vast variety of roles and career opportunities, which together make us a large and successful community, that is a key hub of activity within our region and nationally.  We would be thrilled if you would consider joining our thriving University.

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Job Details

Job Title: Video Production Intern

Department: Marketing & Communications Office

Location: Palatine Centre, Durham City

Position Type: Part Time – four hours per week during term-time (dependent upon available work)

Contract Type: Casual until June 2027 or student’s graduation

Salary: £13.45 per hour (real living wage rate/minimum casual rate)

Summary

This is an established internship for an undergraduate or postgraduate student at Durham University to develop their skills and experience within our Marketing and Communications Office. This internship presents an ideal development opportunity for an individual wishing to pursue a career in marketing and communications, PR, media or film making, providing an opportunity to develop filming and editing skills in particular.

Our videos help to promote the student, teaching and research experience of a world top 100 university. During the internship the post-holder will obtain experience of working within a busy, award-winning Marketing and Communications team and supporting colleagues by working to an agreed brief to produce video content for the University’s owned channels (social media and website) and for external use (media).

The post holder will also gain experience of filming research and corporate videos outlining the University’s work, editing skills using Final Cut Pro and i-Movie, as well as the use of an online copyright free music library and access to stock images and video. Equipment including a video camera, tripod and editing software (Final Cut Pro) will be provided.

The role is for up to four hours each week. The role is flexible during term-time and the amount of hours available to you can vary according to volume of work. You would not be expected to work during holiday periods outside of term-time. We also provide flexibility around key times in the student calendar, such as exams, when you might not be available to work due to other commitments.

Durham University operates a hybrid model of home and office working. You will have access to the Marketing and Communications Office’s editing software and filming equipment in the Palatine Centre, on Stockton Road, Durham City. If you have access to your own editing software, and wish to work remotely on occasion, this would also be beneficial.

Job Purpose

Paid internship for a student with the ability to film/edit videos to promote Durham University research projects via the web, social media and media.

We are looking for a student with proven ability in video to contribute to campaigns promoting Durham University research projects. Working with professionals in the Marketing and Communications Office, a typical project may involve:

·        Working with/taking a brief from members of the Marketing and Communications team to create a video for inclusion in marketing and communications campaigns to publicise research or corporate projects. Videos should follow the University’s guidelines for video production.

·        Visiting (usually with a member of the Marketing and Communications team) academic researchers or other members of University staff, or students, to shoot footage for the video – for example, interviews to camera and an activity or process that illustrates the research.

·        Producing a video suitable for the web and/or social media and media, using professional editing software.

·        Having an input into the creative process throughout, contributing ideas for an eye-catching video and suggesting how these might be shown to best effect.

The below role descriptor seeks to capture the main requirements of the role consistently, providing a summary of the key duties of the flexible role to help in setting expectations for applicants, flexible workers and line managers. They are not intended to cover all duties which may be required.

Person Specification 

Essential

A good team player who is reliable and able to work to a deadline, who has a creative approach and is able to follow instructions.

Demonstrable video skills (filming and editing).

Desirable

 Access to your own editing software at home would be beneficial to support hybrid working arrangements.

Submitting your application

Please complete the online application process. You should submit a covering letter, outlining your suitability for the role, and a CV. See the section below headed, "What you are required to submit" for further details. We will update you about your application at various points during the process, via automated emails. Please check your spam/junk folder periodically to ensure you receive all emails. 

Shortlisted candidates will be invited to an in-person interview and assessment on Wednesday 4 November 2026.

You will be asked to show and explain examples of previous video production work.

If you are unable to attend an in-person interview, for example if you are in a vulnerable health category, please say in your application.

What you are required to submit:   

A CV

A covering letter (maximum one page of A4) explaining why you are interested in the role, and which shows examples of how you meet the Job Purpose and Person Specification. You may include hyperlinks to examples of videos you have worked on previously, if you wish.  If shortlisted for interview there will be further opportunity to show and explain these or other examples of your video work. 

To apply for the role please complete the online application process, uploading a copy of your CV and covering letter.

Further information

For further information about this position, or to arrange an informal discussion, please contact Leighton Kitson, Communications and Engagement Manager (External), on leighton.kitson@durham.ac.uk.