Student Videographer / Photographer

Organisation: Bucks Students' Union 
Location: Buckinghamshire New University, High Wycombe 
Pay: £15 per hour 
Hours: Flexible, part-time, as required (predominantly evenings) 
Application deadline: Sunday 22 November 2026

About the Role

Are you passionate about photography, videography or creating engaging visual content? Bucks Students' Union is looking for creative and enthusiastic students to help us capture the exciting activities, events and experiences taking place across our student community!

We are looking for Student Videographers / Photographers to provide photography and videography support on a flexible, ad-hoc basis. This will primarily involve attending evening events, society meetings, sports sessions and other Students' Union activities.

This is a fantastic opportunity to develop your creative skills, gain practical experience, expand your portfolio and earn money alongside your studies.

Key Responsibilities

• Capture high-quality photographs and videos at Students' Union events, sports sessions, society meetings and other student activities.
• Produce engaging visual content that showcases student life and the opportunities available through Bucks Students' Union.
• Work independently to capture key moments, activities and interactions.
• Where required, edit and prepare photographs or video footage for use across the Students' Union website, social media and promotional materials.
• Deliver completed photographs and video footage within agreed deadlines.
• Work collaboratively with the Students' Union Communications team and other departments to understand content requirements.
• Represent Bucks Students' Union in a friendly, professional and approachable manner.

What We're Looking For

We welcome applications from students who are enthusiastic about photography, videography and content creation.

Essential:

• A genuine interest in photography, videography or digital media.
• A creative eye and an enthusiasm for capturing engaging content.
• Good communication and organisational skills.

• The ability to work independently and follow a creative brief.
• Reliability and flexibility to attend activities, particularly during evenings.
• A willingness to learn and develop new skills.

Desirable (but not essential):

• Previous experience in photography, videography or content creation.
• Access to your own camera or filming equipment.
• Experience using editing software such as Adobe Lightroom, Photoshop, Premiere Pro, CapCut or similar.
• An understanding of creating content for social media platforms.
• Experience photographing events, sports, performances or other live activities.

You don't need to be a professional photographer or videographer to apply! We're looking for students with creativity, enthusiasm and a willingness to develop their skills.

Hours and Payment

This is a flexible, part-time opportunity, with work offered as and when photography or videography coverage is required.

Most opportunities will take place during evenings, although occasional daytime activities may also be available.

Students will be paid £15 per hour, with the cost of each assignment invoiced internally to the team requesting coverage.

There are no guaranteed weekly hours, and assignments will be arranged in advance depending on availability and requirements.

What You'll Gain

• Paid experience in photography and videography.
• Opportunities to build a professional portfolio.
• Experience capturing a variety of events, from sports and society activities to Students' Union campaigns.
• Opportunities to develop technical and creative skills.

• Experience working with a professional communications team.
• Flexible work that can fit around your university studies.

How to Apply

To apply, please email Alice.Askham@bucks.ac.uk with:

1. A short cover letter explaining why you're interested in the position and any relevant experience or skills.

1. Examples of your work, such as photographs, videos, a portfolio, social media account or links to previous projects.

Application deadline: Sunday 22 November 2026.

Shortlisted applicants will be invited to a short, informal interview following the closing date.

We look forward to seeing your creativity!