Multimedia Designer

**Who We Are**:
At VML, we are a beacon of innovation and growth in an ever-evolving world. Our heritage is built upon a century of combined expertise, where creativity meets technology, and diverse perspectives ignite inspiration. With the merger of VMLY&R and Wunderman Thompson, we have forged a new path as a growth partner that is part creative agency, part consultancy, and part technology powerhouse.

Our global family now encompasses over 30,000 employees across 150+ offices in 64 markets, each contributing to a culture that values connection, belonging, and the power of differences. Our expertise spans the entire customer journey, offering deep insights in communications, commerce, consultancy, CRM, CX, data, production, and technology. We deliver end-to-end solutions that result in revolutionary work.

**Who we're looking for**:
The primary role of the Multimedia Designer is to capture high-quality visual content, whether through photography or videography. This involves tasks such as filming, post-production editing, retouching, and the addition of visual effects or graphics to deliver a polished and compelling final product that meets HBKU standards and HBKU Brand Guidelines.

The Multimedia Designer will be reporting to the Creative Strategy Director, and will be working closely with various units within the HBKU Communications Directorate on various projects that require photography/videography, conducting and leading photoshoots when required.

**What you'll be doing**:

- Work closely with project focal points to produce high-quality photography and videography outputs based on the project's objectives and needs.
- Operate various photography and videography equipment and tools such as single lens reflex cameras and film or digital cameras.
- Keep equipment up-to-date, organized and maintained
- Solid knowledge in lighting, angle and compositional skills
- Setup lighting and audio equipment
- Use different techniques to enhance the photographs as required
- Use photo editing software such as Adobe Suite and other relevant software
- Develop promotional videos
- Document HBKU events
- Prepare background film, B rolls as well as live feed when required
- Interviewing people and creating a film clip via editing raw footage
- Recommend creative ideas to exceed expectations of goals and objectives
- Use artistic knowledge to enhance and compose photographs and videos
- Understanding of post-production video editing techniques
- Archives images and organize files
- Adherence to the HBKU brand guideline photographic style
- Maintain high standards for creative output

**What you'll need**:

- BA Degree in Photography Art and Film Studies, Television or equivalent business experience.
- 4 years of experience in photography art and film studies or other related field
- Be able to take professional photos and videos of indoor and outdoor locations, as well as people.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Detailed knowledge of photography, equipment setup and lighting
- Strong creative presence and artistic flair
- Able to stand and move around for long periods at a time
- Drives towards continuous improvement and creative solutions
- Oversee brand standards, lighting techniques, and image quality
- Basic knowledge of social media platforms
- Ability to size images and color settings for the web and social media
- Technical acumen to be able to operate, configure, set up, and fix video, audio, lighting, or other production equipment.

**Key Performance Areas**:

- Professional photo and film experience
- Clear communicator
- Multi-tasked
- Creativity
- Attention to detail
- #LI-EMEA

At VML, we are committed to fostering an all-inclusive work environment that is both rewarding and career-forward. Our Inclusion, Equity & Belonging initiatives, alongside the VML Foundation, reflect our dedication to giving back and making a positive impact in our communities and beyond. Our people are the heartbeat of our organization—creators, doers, innovators, makers, and thinkers—who drive not just marketing, but meaningful experiences that resonate in every action and interaction.

VML is a WPP Agency. For more information, please visit our website, and follow VML on our social channels via Instagram, LinkedIn, and X.