About this role
Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Videographer (with expectations to contribute to clinical photography services) to join the Clinical Photography and Design Services Team at Birmingham Women's and Children's Hospital.
The department delivers high-quality clinical photography and video services across a range of specialties including Dermatology, Burns, Plastics, and Cleft Lip and Palate. Video work supports patient care, clinical documentation, education, training and Trust communications. The role involves working in the studio, wards, outpatient areas and operating theatres, contributing to a positive patient journey.
The successful applicant will have a strong interest in clinical videography and be willing to work as part of the wider clinical photography team. Duties include filming, editing and post-production, with training and support provided to develop clinical photography skills.
The ideal candidate will demonstrate the Trust values of being ambitious, brave and compassionate, be motivated, able to work independently, and a strong team player. A genuine desire to work with children and families is essential.
The role offers a varied and rewarding career within a leading NHS Trust. If not already qualified, the successful candidate will be required to undertake a funded Postgraduate Certificate in Clinical Photography at Staffordshire University.
For an informal discussion, contact Jason Pitt on 0121 333 8492 or [email protected]
Main duties of the job
To lead on the delivery of high-quality video content for Trust communications and public relations, producing professional films for internal and external audiences including campaigns, staff communications, recruitment, patient information, education, social media and corporate use. The post holder will work closely with the Communications, Engagement and Marketing teams to plan, film and edit video projects that reflect the Trust's services, values and people across clinical and non-clinical environments.
The role includes providing clinical videography to support patient records, treatment planning, teaching, training, research, clinical trials and audit, ensuring compliance with consent, confidentiality and governance requirements. The post holder will produce specialist clinical video recordings using techniques such as close-up or macro video, low-light filming, multi-camera setups and accurate colour capture.
The post holder will operate video, audio and lighting equipment in studios, wards, outpatient areas and operating theatres, undertake post-production editing and formatting for multiple platforms, comply with infection control procedures, support sensitive work such as end-of-life care with compassion, contribute to clinical photography services when required, and promote the development of Trust video and communications services.
About us
Birmingham Women's and Children's NHS Foundation Trust is the first of its type in the UK. Our Trust was formed in February 2017 to drive forward our commitment to provide the highest quality, world-class physical and mental health care for our women, children and families. Uniting our hospitals means more seamless care; more investment to make greater advances in our specialist treatment and world-leading neo-natal and fetal work. Importantly, it also gives us a greater voice in shaping the future of family-centered care.
Birmingham Children's Hospital is a UK leading specialist paediatric centre with an international reputation in several areas.
Birmingham Women's Hospital is one of two dedicated women's hospitals in the UK, with the busiest single site maternity unit, delivering more than 8,200 babies a year offering a full range of gynaecological, maternity and neonatal care.
Our Trust is committed to creating the best place to work. We believe in promoting and enhancing inclusion, diversity and equality and encourage applications from all areas of the community, who meet the criteria for the role, regardless of age, gender identity, disability, race, religion or sexual orientation.
Job description Job responsibilities
Please refer to the attached job description and person specification to view the full details for this opportunity at Birmingham Womens and Childrens NHS Foundation Trust.
When completing your application, please ensure you have evidenced how you meet the job description and person specification to include transferable experience, qualifications, skills along with professional registration details (if applicable).
Occasionally we receive a large number of applications for our roles and when that happens we sometimes bring the closing date forward, so please apply promptly to avoid disappointment.
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
Degree in Multimedia/Video Communication or equivalent. BA (Hons) / BSc in Photography
Desirable
BSc (Hons) Clinical Photography or Graduate / Post Graduate Certificate in Clinical Photography (Qualified) AHCS Accredited (Medical Illustration) - Qualified
Experience Essential
Experience of general and PR videography and lighting. In depth knowledge of digital imaging workflows. Advanced computer literacy with in-depth knowledge of the Adobe Creative suite, specifically Adobe Premiere Pro.
Desirable
Experience of working with neonates and children. Detailed knowledge of specialised clinical video procedures and policies inc. appropriate legislation regarding consent, copyright and data protection. Experience in the development and management of safe digital image storage systems and databases.
Professional/Managerial/Specialist Knowledge Essential
Advanced computer literacy with in-depth knowledge of the Adobe Creative suite, specifically Adobe Photoshop
Desirable
Working knowledge of Adobe Premiere and other video editing software.
Personal Skills/Abilities and Attributes Essential
Ability to work as part of a team. Ability to work using own initiative. Good communication and interpersonal skills with Clinicians, children, young people and parents. Empathy when dealing with distressed families Ability to manage own workload. Good interpersonal skills with children/families/colleagues with a caring attitude. Good interpersonal skills with all levels of staff. Prepared to work flexible hours including evenings & weekends, if necessary. Demonstrable ability to self-motivate and motivate others. Demonstrable ability to develop the service. Demonstrable ability to be remain professional at all times. Demonstrable ability to maintain concentration for lengthy periods. Demonstrate attention to detail. Ability to successfully work under pressure. Possess and demonstrate problem solving skills.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details Employer name Birmingham Women's and Children's NHS Foundation Trust
Address Birmingham Children's Hospital
Steelhouse Lane
Birmingham
B4 6NH
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://bwc.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)