Post Production Technical Operator (Video Production)

TL;DR

Post Production Technical Operator (Video Production): Supporting editors and compositors in bridging physical footage and digital precision for high-craft animation and TV projects with an accent on media management and technical quality control. Focus on transforming raw captures into final content through masking, rotoscoping, and secure archiving.

Location: Must live within a commutable distance of central Birmingham, UK

Salary: £24,650 per year

Company

An award-winning production house specialising in high-craft stop motion and multi-disciplinary animation for leading broadcasters.

What you will do

• Ingest, organise, and manage media using specific naming conventions and server structures.
• Prepare assets for compositing via basic masking, rotoscoping, and digital clean-ups.
• Perform quality control on sequences to identify technical issues and continuity errors.
• Assist with rough assemblies, transcoding, and delivery file preparation.
• Support green screen keying and colour preparation under supervision.
• Manage archiving and secure storage of completed project files.

Requirements

• Must be aged 18 or over by 2 September 2026.
• Must have lived in the UK continuously for the last 3 years.
• Legally eligible to work full-time in the UK.
• Interest in post-production, editing, and visual storytelling.
• Strong attention to detail and confidence with digital file systems.
• Commitment to completing a Level 4 apprenticeship.

Culture & Benefits

• Earn while you learn with a nationally recognised qualification from the National Film & Television School.
• 35-hour working week with 25 days annual leave.
• Defined pension scheme and discounted dental, health care, and gym memberships.
• Industry-leading training through the hirify.global Academy and mentoring by professionals.
• Financial support for relocation available subject to eligibility.

Hiring process

• Candidate profile creation and initial questionnaire (no CV or cover letter required).
• In-person assessment on 29 July 2026 at hirify.global Birmingham.
• Skill scan process with the nominated training provider to determine eligibility.