THIS PROJECT IS PART FUNDED BY THE EUROPEAN SOCIAL FUND (ESF)

The Humber Internships Programme (HIP) offers 12-week internships and is a great way to make an impact, gain invaluable industry knowledge and start making your mark.

If you’re aged 18+, live in Hull, East Riding, North or North East Lincolnshire and are studying full-time or have graduated at degree level (or equivalent) a HIP internship could be the perfect fit for you.

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**Please note due to the limited time remaining on this project, we are now only accepting general enquiries from those available to work full-time immediately. Post graduate students should enquire only if they want to apply for a specific HIP part-time role.**

**Part-Time Opportunity**

Matthew’s Hub

Role Title:

Animator/Video Producer

Location:

Hull, HU3 – good public transport links available (Matthews Hub are located close to Hull Paragon Station)

Hourly Rate:

£10

Hours:

Part Time – 15 hours a week (can be slightly flexible but part time hours preferred)

Duration:

24 weeks (12 weeks as a minimum)

Overview of Opportunity

Matthew’s Hub is a charitable organisation that supports autistic individuals and those with ADHD who do not have a Learning Disability. The purpose of this internship opportunity is to create an animated explainer video for Matthew’s Hub, to inform external agencies of its services and the work that is done by the charity. This role would be a one-off project which leaves a legacy of a promotional video for an established Hull charity. The successful candidate will need to be able to identify what key components are needed for the animation/video, whilst working closely with the Matthew’s Hub Team. This role would ideally suit a part time current student to work on the project alongside their studies, however, a graduate would also be considered.

Role Description

• Taking the lead on the creation of a promotional explainer video for the service, in 2D animation, working closely with senior management with progress and ideas
• Liaising with relevant Matthews Hub stakeholders to understand the charity’s services, culture & ethos – enabling the brief to be fulfilled appropriately
• Research comparable similar explainer animations/videos
• Use appropriate 2D animation software to create and edit footage into an end product, sourcing music, narration etc

Skills and Experience (Essential):

• Experience and knowledge of relevant 2D animation software
• Access to own software and computer equipment, as this will not be provided by Matthews Hub
• Able to work on own initiative
• Creative thinker & storyteller
• Good written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with the Matthews Hub team
• Understanding of current trends in film, with knowledge of what it takes to create shareable and far-reaching video content

Skills and Experience (Desirable):

• Knowledge of Autism/ADHD
• Previous experience of creating video content
• Previous exposure to working as part of a team
• Knowledge of the Voluntary Sector

Qualifications:

• Current student, finalist or graduate of digital design/graphic design, games design or any other relevant degree including animation exposure to be considered
• An alternative degree combined with a strong 2D animation portfolio, alongside your own access to the appropriate software, also considered

Potential for Permanent Employment (if applicable):

No, this role is a project-based internship

Permission to work in the UK

All applicants must be authorised to work in the UK.

Please include one of the following statements in your CV or covering letter when applying for this role.

• I am eligible to work in the UK without restriction
• I am eligible to work in the UK with restriction
• I have no eligibility to work in the UK in the post applied for and would need a Certificate of Sponsorship or other permission in order to take up employment

THIS PROJECT IS PART FUNDED BY THE EUROPEAN SOCIAL FUND (ESF)

The project has received £900,000.00 of funding from the European Social Fund as part of the 2014-2020 European Structural and Investment Funds Growth Programme in England. The Department for Work and Pensions is the Managing Authority for the England European Social Fund programme. Established by the European Union, the European Social Fund helps local areas stimulate their economic development by investing in projects which will support skills development, employment and job creation, social inclusion and local community regenerations. For more information visit https://www.gov.uk/european-growth-funding