Videographer Internship (Social Media)

About the Role

UNMUTE is looking to expand our creative team with a passionate and driven Videographer Intern who enjoys creating high-quality social media content and is eager to develop their skills in video production.

This role focuses primarily on videography and post-production, from operating cameras and lighting equipment to editing engaging short-form videos for a variety of brands.

You'll work closely with our creative and production team to bring ideas to life, while gaining hands-on experience in pre-production planning, shot listing, storyboarding, and on-set production.

This role is ideal for someone who is creative, hands-on, and passionate about visual storytelling, with a willingness to learn and grow alongside experienced industry professionals.

What You'll Be Doing

1. Videography & Production — Main Scope

• Assist in filming high-quality social media content using Sony mirrorless cameras

• Operate cameras and apply basic settings such as exposure, frame rates, and white balance

• Gain experience shooting in S-Log3 and understanding professional camera workflows

• Capture engaging visuals through effective framing, composition, and camera movements

• Assist in setting up and operating lighting equipment for different shooting environments

• Work closely with producers and videographers to execute the intended creative direction

2. Video Editing & Post-Production — Main Scope

• Edit engaging short-form videos for social media platforms using Adobe Premiere Pro

• Perform basic colour correction and colour grading, including working with S-Log3 footage

• Incorporate music, sound effects, subtitles, transitions, and basic motion graphics

• Ensure videos are engaging, well-paced, and aligned with each brand's identity

• Refine video edits based on internal and client feedback

• Organise and manage footage, project files, and other post-production assets

3. Shot Listing & Storyboarding

• Assist in developing shot lists based on approved scripts and creative concepts

• Contribute ideas for camera angles, compositions, and shot sequences

• Assist in preparing storyboards and visual references for upcoming productions

• Work closely with the production team to understand and plan the intended visual direction

• Participate in pre-production discussions and contribute creative ideas

4. On-Set Production Support

• Assist the production team during video shoots

• Support with equipment preparation, lighting setups, props, and other production requirements

• Assist producers and videographers in ensuring shoots run smoothly

• Help manage and organise production equipment before and after shoots

• Gain hands-on experience with professional production workflows and techniques

5. Team Collaboration

• Work closely with content producers, videographers, editors, and designers

• Participate in brainstorming sessions and creative discussions

• Stay updated with social media trends, filming techniques, and editing styles

• Contribute ideas to improve the visual quality and creativity of our content

• Support the creative team across different projects when required

Requirements

• Currently pursuing or holding a Diploma in Film, Media, Video Production, Mass Communication, or a related field

• Basic experience operating mirrorless cameras, preferably Sony mirrorless cameras

• Familiar with Adobe Premiere Pro for video editing

• Basic understanding of camera settings, composition, exposure, and visual storytelling

• Basic knowledge of lighting techniques and equipment

• Strong interest in social media content creation and video production

• Creative, organised, and detail-oriented

• Willing to learn, take initiative, and receive feedback

• Comfortable working independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced production environment

• Good communication and time-management skills

Nice to Have

• Familiarity with shooting in S-Log3 or other Log formats

• Experience with Adobe After Effects, Photoshop, or other Adobe Creative Cloud software

• Basic colour grading and motion graphics knowledge

• Experience developing shot lists or storyboards

• Basic photography skills

• Previous involvement in school, personal, or freelance video projects

• Experience creating content for Instagram, TikTok, or other social media platforms

Prior professional experience is not required. We welcome individuals with relevant school projects, personal portfolios, or a strong interest in videography and content creation.

What You'll Gain

• Hands-on experience producing commercial social media videos for a variety of brands

• Opportunities to learn videography, lighting, colour grading, and video editing from experienced industry professionals

• Exposure to the full content production process, from ideation to final delivery

• Practical experience operating professional cameras and lighting equipment

• Opportunities to participate in pre-production planning, shot listing, and storyboarding

• Experience collaborating with content producers, videographers, and other creative professionals

• Opportunities to build and expand your professional portfolio through real client projects

• Opportunity to convert into a full time position