Assistant producer jobs in london, greater london
Are you a creative communicator who's passionate about making a difference?
Age International is looking for a Multimedia Content Producer to help us share powerful stories that support older people facing challenging situations in low and middle-income countries - and to help amplify their voices on a global stage.
In this exciting fixed-term contract opportunity, you will use your creativity to produce engaging, high-quality content across our print and digital channels. You'll play a key role in raising the bar on our communications, ensuring our messages inspire, inform and connect with our audiences
You'll be highly organised and detail-focused, managing and cataloguing our growing library of photography and stories so that our content is always accessible and used effectively. You'll also work closely with our global partners to commission new content that highlights the real impact of our work.
If you're a motivated, imaginative communicator with a keen eye for detail and a passion for meaningful storytelling, we'd love to hear from you. Join us and help tell the stories that bring our mission to life and champion older people around the world.
Fixed-Term Contract until March 2026.
Please note that due to the Hybrid nature of this role, the successful applicant will be required to commute to the central London co-working hub twice weekly. Your travel costs to the London office are not covered by the charity.
Must haves:
The below competencies will be assessed at the indicated stage of the recruitment process: Application = A, Interview = I, Test = T, Presentation = P
Experience
* Demonstrable graphic design experience across a range of digital and print channels. (A, I, T)
* Proven ability to create and commission content, primarily photography and film. (A, I)
* Strong copywriting and proofreading skills with exceptional attention to detail. (A, I, T)
* Strong analytical skills and familiarity with tools to monitor content performance and generate actionable insights. (I)
* Ability to simplify complex information into engaging content. (I)
Skills and knowledge
* Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, Premiere), and Canva. (A, I, T)
* Good understanding of digital asset management systems. (A, I)
* Excellent collaboration and communication skills to work across teams and with external partners, including being able to create effective briefs and manage supplier contracts. (I)
Personal attributes
* Clear creative flair and intuitive storytelling abilities. (I)
* A commitment to championing the voices of older people. (A, I)
* Self-motivated, organised and able to work independently while managing multiple priorities. (I)
Other Requirements
* Commitment to Age International's values and mission. (I)
* Flexibility to support fast-paced emergency communications during DEC appeals, with potentially out of hours working. (I)
What we offer in return
- Competitive salary, 26 days annual leave + bank holidays (pro rata)
- Wellbeing days - 2 paid days per year (pro rata for our part-time colleagues)
- Excellent pension scheme, life assurance, Bupa health cashback plan and EAP
- Car Benefit scheme, Cycle to Work scheme
- Blue Light Card scheme
- You Did It Awards - recognition awards from £100-250.
Additional Information
Supporting statements and anonymisation
Candidates are expected to provide a supporting statement that explains how they meet the competencies annotated with an ‘A’ in the job description, to assess suitability for the position. Age UK acknowledges and accepts that AI may be used to support the application; we do expect candidates to personalise experience, knowledge and skills and failure to do so, may result in your application being rejected.
Please submit a Word version of your CV as it will be anonymised by our recruitment system when you apply for a role. Our system is unable to anonymise supporting statements and heavily formatted CVs. Please could you remove any personal information including your name before you upload to support our inclusive recruitment process. All equalities monitoring information is also anonymised and not shared with the hiring panel. Your name and address will only be known to us if invited for interview.
Equal opportunities & Disability Confident Scheme
Age UK is an Equal Opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates, regardless of age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital/civil partnership status, or pregnancy and maternity. Age UK is a Disability Confident Scheme employer. Due to high numbers of applications received, Age UK reserves the right to limit the overall number of interviews offered, and therefore, it may not always be practicable or appropriate to interview all disabled people that meet the minimum criteria for the job.
Reasonable adjustments
Disabled job seekers can access reasonable adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process. All requests for reasonable adjustments are considered on a case-by-case basis, in collaboration with the disabled job seeker to best meet their needs, by contacting the Recruitment Team. Disability disclosures will be kept confidential and only shared on a need-to-know basis to support the implementation of adjustments. Disclosures will not be used to inform hiring decisions.
Age UK is committed to safeguarding adults at risk, and children, from abuse and neglect. We expect everyone who works with us to share this commitment.
Early application is encouraged as we will review applications throughout the advertising period and reserve the right to close the advert at any time.
Age UK politely requests no contact from recruitment agencies or media sales. We do not accept speculative CVs from recruitment agencies nor accept the fees associated with them.
For a full list of benefits please visit our website.
Location: London (Hybrid – 4 days office / 1 day home working after probation)
Contract: Full-time, permanent
Reporting to: Senior Producer & Film Unit Manager
Salary range: £26,000 – £29,000 per annum (depending on experience)
Benefits:
- Private healthcare package
- Generous pension contributions, increasing with each year of service
- Annual leave of 28 days (including 8 public holidays), increasing by 2 days each year
- of service, plus 1 personal day per year and extended paid leave over Christmas
- Cycle-to-work scheme
About the Environmental Justice Foundation (EJF)
The Environmental Justice Foundation (EJF) works internationally to protect the natural world and defend the human rights of those who depend on it. We use powerful films, campaigns, and investigations to expose abuses and drive systemic change, from illegal fishing and deforestation to climate breakdown and threats to environmental defenders.
We believe in equity, transparency, and justice - empowering communities on the frontlines of environmental crises and amplifying their voices to secure lasting change.
About the Role
This is an excellent entry-level opportunity for a motivated and creative individual to start their career in environmental film production and campaigning.
As Production Assistant, you will play a vital supporting role within EJF’s Film Unit — helping to research, edit, and organise visual content that strengthens our campaigns. You will learn from experienced producers and editors, gaining hands-on experience in documentary and campaign filmmaking, research, and digital storytelling.
Key Responsibilities
- Support pre-production research, including desk-based location scouting, logistics, and preparation of concise briefs
- Assist in fact-checking and proofreading scripts, captions, and reports
- Select highlights from rushes and compile clip reels for producers and editors
- Support the creation of engaging short videos for social media and events
- Prepare graphics, text, and subtitles; make amendments following feedback
- Organise and archive digital assets — processing and tagging photos and footage
- Help source archive, fair-use footage, and music for editors
- Contribute creative ideas and support for new content across campaigns
- Assist the Film Unit in day-to-day tasks to ensure smooth production workflows
Essential Skills and Attributes
- Strong attention to detail, factual accuracy, and organisational skills
- Familiarity with Adobe Premiere Pro
- Basic knowledge of After Effects, Audition, Photoshop or Lightroom
- Understanding of social media formats and trends
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines
- A collaborative mindset - comfortable taking direction and feedback
- A genuine interest in environmental and human rights issues
- A willingness to learn, adapt and develop technical and creative skills
Desirable Skills
- Experience filming or using cameras in field or studio environments
- Experience using InDesign, Illustrator, or other design tools
- Basic understanding of editing workflows or file structuring
- Foreign language skills
How to Apply
Please send your CV and a short cover letter (maximum 1 page) explaining why you are the right person for this role to the email address provided.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK.
EJF is an equal opportunities employer
EJF is committed to promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion in our workplace. We welcome and strongly encourage applications from all backgrounds, particularly those underrepresented in the environmental and media sectors.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.