Videographer & Photographer - Monday to Friday 40 hours per week in Leeds

VIDEOGRAPHER & PHOTOGRAPHER

Who We Are

Originally founded in Horsforth, Leeds in December 1913 as a specialist manufacturer of bespoke timber furniture, Woodlands Home & Garden has evolved dramatically over the past 110 years. Now with over 190 permanent staff across three large sites in Leeds and Bradford (with a distribution hub in Scotland), our business has retained its heritage as a proud UK manufacturer and successfully developed its commercial activity across a wide range of market sectors including timber machining and trade timber sales, garden building manufacturing and trade sales, a Leeds based DIY superstore, and our online B2C garden building e-commerce website, Tigersheds.com. An area of acute growth is the nationwide showsite retail network, developed with a wide range of franchise partners, which allows the Tiger brand to have a multi‑channel reach. Following several years of consistent growth, the company is now committed to an ambitious 5‑year vision with plans to double its turnover by 2028 and re‑define and strengthen its position as the brand leader across all its market sectors.

What We Are Looking For

With the expansion of our brand reach and digital footprint, we are seeking a versatile and talented Videographer & Photographer to join our in‑house marketing team. The successful candidate will be passionate about creating compelling, on‑brand visual content that supports awareness, engagement, conversion and support goals across the customer journey. This hybrid role will involve both studio and on‑location work, and will include travel to sites across the UK, including showsite locations. You\’ll be comfortable using a range of professional cameras, lighting, audio and editing tools to produce polished video and photography content across multiple formats and platforms. You\’ll be a proactive creator, with strong storytelling instincts and an ability to bring briefs to life through well‑planned, high‑quality production.

Role activity

Typical Responsibilities of the Job Include

• Filming, photographing and editing content to support brand marketing objectives (e.g. assembly guides, product videos, customer case studies, testimonials, advertising)
• Creating engaging social media and short‑form video content
• Capturing lifestyle photography and videography at our showsite locations and other venues
• Working with the marketing team to plan, storyboard and schedule content production
• Managing and maintaining camera, lighting, and audio equipment
• Editing video and still content to high production values, ensuring consistency with brand guidelines
• Archiving and cataloguing footage and images for future use
• Working with third‑party collaborators, customers or agencies as needed
• Supporting ad‑hoc requests from across the business for photography or video‑based communications (internal or external)

Qualifications

Degree or diploma in Film Production, Media Studies, Photography, Digital Media, or a related creative discipline. Relevant industry certifications in video editing, lighting, drone operation, or Adobe Creative Suite are advantageous.

Experience

Minimum 3 years experience in a videography or photography role (in‑house or agency). Demonstrable experience producing branded content across video and photo formats. Proven ability to manage projects from brief to delivery independently. Experience working with both staged and real‑life footage (e.g. testimonials, walkthroughs, product demonstrations).

Essential Skills

• Proven experience in video and photography production, ideally in a commercial or branded content context
• Strong proficiency with DSLR/mirrorless cameras, lighting setups and audio recording
• Expert user of editing software (Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects, Lightroom, Photoshop)
• Excellent understanding of visual storytelling, composition, lighting and pacing
• Comfortable directing interviewees and subjects in both planned and impromptu settings
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to plan, shoot and deliver projects independently or as part of a team
• A positive, can‑do attitude and a collaborative working style
• Willingness and ability to travel for location shoots across the UK

Other Skills

• Experience working in ecommerce, consumer products or home/lifestyle sectors
• Drone operation certification and footage editing skills
• Sound understanding of digital marketing principles, especially social media content performance
• Motion graphics and animation ability a bonus
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office applications

Key Characteristics

Enthusiastic, proactive and self‑directed. Creative but commercially‑minded understands the difference between art and marketing. Able to adapt quickly to changing priorities and business needs. Comfortable working with non‑professional talent on‑camera. Highly organised with excellent attention to detail. Good sense of humour and ability to work under time pressure.

Role information

Title: Videographer & Photographer
Reports to: Head of Marketing
Reports: N/A
Contract: Full‑time permanent.
Salary: Based on experience.
Hours: Core hours 8am‑5pm, Monday to Friday, with flexibility for shoots and travel.
Location: Hybrid: WFH and office‑based NW Leeds with UK travel as needed

Why Join Us?

We Believe In Rewarding Our Employees And Creating a Positive Work Environment. Here\’s What We Have To Offer:

• 28 days holiday (including bank holidays), with additional days accrued based on length of service
• Holiday purchase scheme allowing you to buy up to 5 extra holiday days each year
• Benefits Policy including generous staff discounts on all DIY store products and garden buildings, Cycle to Work Scheme, discounted Costco card membership
• Free workwear provided for your comfort and safety
• Overtime opportunities available after 40 hours
• Internal reward & recognition scheme to celebrate your hard work and achievements
• Free Employee Assistance Program for your wellbeing providing free counselling, financial and legal advice
• Annual bonus to reward your dedication
• Personal learning & development opportunities to help you thrive in your career
• Free off‑site parking for your convenience
• On‑site canteen with free hot drinks to keep you refreshed throughout the day
• A variety of social activities throughout the year to foster a collaborative culture and support our chosen charity.

How to apply

Please apply through the Indeed portal.

Process

Initial interview (in‑person or remote) to discuss the role, review portfolio, and assess general fit. Successful candidates will be invited to a second‑stage interview with a practical or creative task to complete and present to the marketing team.