OUTsurance has been propelling the South African insurance industry forward for the last 25 years. As leaders in the field, we’re always looking for innovative ways to create digitally-advanced solutions, without losing sight of our human values. Our continued success can be attributed to outstanding employees who set the bar high with their energy and expertise. If you’re keen to grow your career in a vibrant environment with lots of ‘fun’, this could be the career opportunity you’ve been looking for.

The internship is a structured work-based program, affording unemployed graduates work experience in our company. The successful applicants will enter into a 12-month fixed term Internship agreement (not an employment contract) with the company and receive a stipend. 

We are seeking a creative and motivated Video Content Creator Intern to join our team. As an intern, you will play a crucial role in producing high-quality video content that aligns with our brand's objectives and engages our target audience. This internship offers a valuable opportunity to gain hands-on experience in video production, storytelling, and digital marketing within a dynamic and collaborative environment.

Responsibilities will include but not limited to:

• Video Production: Assist in the planning, shooting, and editing of various video content, including but not limited to promotional videos, social media clips, interviews, tutorials, and event coverage.
• Scriptwriting: Collaborate with the content team to develop engaging video scripts that effectively convey our brand message and meet the content strategy goals.
• Storyboarding: Assist in creating storyboards and shot lists to visualize and organize video concepts before production.
• Video Editing: Use video editing software to cut, trim, and assemble video footage, add effects, transitions, and graphics to produce high-quality and visually appealing videos.
• Post-Production: Help with tasks such as audio mixing, colour correction, and adding background music or voiceovers to enhance the overall video quality.
• Content Optimization: Optimize videos for different platforms, ensuring they meet the technical specifications and adhere to best practices for each platform (e.g., YouTube, Instagram, TikTok).
• Research and Innovation: Stay up-to-date with the latest video trends, techniques, and industry standards to contribute fresh and innovative ideas to video projects.
• Collaboration: Work closely with the marketing and design teams to align video content with broader marketing campaigns and ensure consistent branding.

Skills and competencies:

• Creativity: A passion for video creation and storytelling, with a keen eye for visual composition and aesthetics.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in video editing software such as Adobe Premiere Pro and basic Animation in Adobe After Effects.
• Basic Knowledge: Familiarity with camera equipment, lighting setups, and audio recording.
• Strong Communication: Effective communication skills, both written and verbal, to collaborate with team members and stakeholders.
• Time Management: Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Attention to Detail: A meticulous approach to editing, ensuring videos are of high quality and error-free.
• Adaptability: Willingness to learn and adapt quickly to changing demands and feedback.
• Portfolio: A portfolio of previous video projects or relevant coursework demonstrating video production and editing skills is a plus.

• Matric qualification or equivalent qualification
• Diploma or higher in Video content creation or a similar creative field.

Take note to qualify for an INSETA Internship program you need to:

• Be a South African citizen
• Not previously part of an internship/learnership with INSETA
• Be between the ages of 18 & 35
• Unemployed in the last 2 months

An ideal candidate will be able to align their personal work values to the OUTsurance values of awesome service, dynamic, honest, human, passionate and recognition.

In accordance with OUTsurance Insurance Company Ltd Employment Equity goals, preference will be given to individuals who meet the job requirements and are from the various designated groups.