Videographer - Digital Content Creator

Reports to : Creative Lead (through to Chief Growth Officer)Works closely with : Brand Managers (Hunters Element & Desolve), Video Editor, Creative TeamLocation : Wellington, NZ (+ field work across NZ / AU as required)Role type : Intermediate (full-time or flexible part-time for senior operator)Born & bred in New Zealand's rugged wilds, based in Wellington, and operating globally, Evolve Outdoors was founded in 2002 to create the highest performing hunting & fishing apparel imaginable.

With our two brands – Hunters Element & Desolve Supply Co – we're now NZAU's leading hunt / fish apparel business and growing fast, with our hearts set on transforming the global specialist hunting & fishing apparel industry for good.Our goal is to build the world's most sustainably innovative hunting & fishing apparel brands by designing and making the highest-performing, longest-lasting, specialist hunt / fish gear, while striving to reduce our environmental impact to zero.Our MissionWe exist to unleash boundless wild adventures.Our Values : The experience is everything.Always innovate.Leave only trails.Purpose of the RoleTo capture and create world-class video content that tells the stories of Hunters Element and Desolve.

From campaign shoots to product showcases, field expeditions to studio sessions, this role is about bringing our brands to life through high-impact moving imagery that resonates with hunters, fishers, and outdoor enthusiasts globally.Key ResponsibilitiesContent CapturePlan, storyboard and shoot video content in alignment with briefs from Brand Managers and the Creative Director.Capture high-quality video across both field environments (hunting / fishing expeditions, rugged rural locations, boats, alpine hunts) and studio settings.Ensure audio, lighting, framing and composition meet professional standards, even in challenging outdoor conditions.Colour correct and colour grade video content to a high standard and to the styles required by brand managers.Work hand-in-hand with Brand Managers on campaign requirements and messaging.Support the Video Editor by delivering well-organised, labelled, and technically correct footage.Take creative direction from the Creative Director while contributing fresh ideas and visual approaches.Brand StorytellingCreate engaging brand and campaign videos that capture the ethos of Hunters Element and Desolve.Support sustainability storytelling, ambassador features, and lifestyle pieces that deepen brand connection.Capture authentic product usage that highlights technical performance in real environments.Additional SupportOccasionally step in for basic modelling / gear demonstrations when required.Assist with behind-the-scenes documentation of shoots for social / brand content.Editing supportSupport the video editor to edit video content to a high standard and to the styles required by brand managers.Success MeasuresHigh-quality footage consistently delivered to brief and deadline.Campaigns supported with visually striking, on-brand content that drives engagement and conversion.Strong collaboration and communication with brand / creative teams.Efficient organisation of shoots, footage, and gear, enabling smooth post-production.NOTE : We have our own purpose-built photo / video studio and equipment (cameras, lighting, sound etc)Skills, Qualifications and ExperienceQualification in film, video production, or related field (or equivalent professional experience)Technical skills : Camera operation (DSLR / mirrorless, cinema rigs, drones a plus), Lighting and audio capture (portable kits, location adaptability), Understanding of frame rates, codecs, resolution requirements for multi-platform distribution (social, web, retail, broadcast), Software : Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects (bonus), Lightroom / Photoshop for basic stills editing.Minimum 1–2 years' videography experience (professional, freelance, or agency).

Experience in outdoor, sports, or lifestyle filming environments is a strong advantage.CharacteristicsThrive in rugged, outdoor conditions as much as in a studio.Possess a creative eye with a strong sense of brand storytelling.Be calm and resourceful under pressure; solutions-focused.Be a team player : able to take direction but also add value with initiative.Be flexible, adaptable, and willing to travel and work irregular hours during key shoots.Have a passion for the outdoors and alignment with Evolve's mission to power boundless wild adventuresCommunicationCommunicate information clearly, adjusting the way you communicate to suit the intended audience.Relationship Management & Customer FocusBe aware of and act to meet client needs (where clients are across the business)Work OrganisationEffectively organise all aspects of work in order to achieve high quality and timely output : Plan work effectively in order to meet deadlines set by projects / managersNegotiate workload and prioritiesUse available resources and tools as appropriateProactively address escalating or conflicting demandsOrdered and methodical in the approach to workAbility to work under pressure and deliver quality work within short time framesFlexible enough to work in a rapidly changing environmentCore BehavioursActively contribute to the team culture and have fun.Be punctual, well organised and focussedAct with honesty and integrity.Lead others by exampleBe loyal to the company, courteous to customers and respectful of colleaguesMake it happen

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