Research Assistant for PA Media research project

We are seeking a skilled, proactive, and creative individual to assist with filming interviews for multimedia journalism students. This role provides an excellent opportunity for a student videographer to develop their technical expertise while contributing to a valuable research and educational project.

This research project will focus on capturing high-quality video interviews, ensuring professional standards in filming, lighting, and sound. The role will also contribute to the continuing development of MMU's multimedia journalism programmes.

Responsibilities:

• Film up to 15 on-camera interviews with multimedia journalism students, each lasting approximately 10-15 minutes.
• Use questions provided by the researcher to guide the interviews.
• Schedule and conduct interviews over two or three Wednesday afternoons during term time.
• Set up and operate DSLR video cameras, Bluetooth or lavalier microphones, and portable 3-point lighting kits.
• Capture 5-shot sequences and B-roll footage to support the interviews.
• Ensure compliance with journalistic standards by understanding how PA Media material is used in professional newsgathering contexts.

Details:

• Anticipated hours: 5-6 hours.
• Schedule: Interviews will be conducted on Wednesday afternoons, with other timings flexible to suit the student's availability during term time.
• Start date: February (exact date to be confirmed)

This role is open to current Manchester Met students with:

Essential Criteria:

• Practical experience in using DSLR video cameras for professional-quality filming.
• Skilled in setting up and using Bluetooth or lavalier microphones.
• Proficient in setting up and utilizing portable 3-point lighting kits.
• Knowledge of filming 5-shot sequences and capturing B-roll footage.
• Awareness of how PA Media material is used in professional journalism.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills to coordinate and complete tasks as scheduled.

Desirable Criteria:

• Previous experience filming interviews or similar projects.
• Knowledge of editorial standards and media law.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent communication skills, including the ability to collaborate effectively with researchers and participants.
• Creativity and problem-solving skills to adapt to challenges during filming.