PEOPLE
A CULTURE OF REBELS. A CULTURE OF CREATIVES. A CULTURE OF PROPER LEGENDS. OUR CULTURE IS EVERYTHING. TEAM WANDER.
From 2 girls ‘wander’ing on the other side of the planet with a broken GoPro, laptop and a wilddd dream… to a team of 20+ legends doing incredible things across the globe. Pretty dope.
We’re a fresh team built from Digital Natives. We’re experienced and we know our sh*t.
Part of our mission is to inspire the next gen into creative careers, supporting through apprenticeships, interning and experience! Making sure there are opportunities to do something frickin’ cool in the future too!
We have heaps of fun but we also look after each other. We have Mental Health days that must be taken every quarter and Vitality health insurance just to name a few of the perks of being a Wanderer.
Diversity in all its forms is incredibly important to our team and culture. We’re determined to keep Wander a cool, diverse and passionate place.
CAREERS
We’re building something special at Wander and we’re always looking for brilliant minds to be part of it.
This is a place for creatives, thinkers and doers who want to push boundaries, make meaningful work, and grow in a team that genuinely supports one another.
We back emerging talent through apprenticeships and internships, and we’re proud to champion diversity, wellbeing and ambition in everything we do.
If that sounds like you, come and be part of it.
LEAD FILMMAKER
DEPARTMENT: Production
LOCATION: Middlesbrough HQ (with travel when necessary)
POSITION REPORTS TO: Head of Production/ Head Content Producer
LENGTH OF CONTRACT: Permanent
HOURS OF WORK: 37.5 hours/wk
SALARY: Competitive, dependent on experience
WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING:
– Lead shoots from concept through to delivery
– Direct as well as shoot, where necessary
– Mentor and upskill other filmmakers as the team grows
– Set the visual and technical quality bar others are measured against
– Handle pressure and tight turnarounds with calm, constructive leadership
– Lead shoots across Wander’s original formats, YouTube series, brand campaigns and broadcast commissions with creative input
– Troubleshoot technical issues on location
– Support effective communication during shoots, ensuring clarity on creative and technical decisions
– Edit projects end to end to a high standard
– Ensure all content meets Wander’s creative and technical quality standards
– Be the bridge between production and post, helping plan shoots so they’re edit-ready from the outset
– Be actively involved in pre-production planning, advising on technical setups and shot lists
– Collaborate with the Head of Production and Project Management to flag potential challenges early
– Support client briefs with creative and technical input from the outset
– Strong mid-senior experience across both filming (you don’t need 15 years in, but you need a reel that proves you can lead a shoot and finish it too)
– Experienced in a modern edit suite (Adobe)
– Based in or willing to be based in Middlesbrough, this isn’t a remote role
– Bonus if you’ve got experience across TV formats, YouTube-native series, or documentary-style storytelling for global brands
WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU
At Wander, we believe work should be fun, fulfilling, and supportive. Here’s what you’ll get:
– 28 days annual leave, including bank holidays
– 4 additional Mental Health Days per year
– Additional paid leave over Christmas
– Discretionary Annual Bonus
– Flexible hours and hybrid working options
– Fanta Fridays: Early finishes with a team hangout
– Regular team parties and quarterly outings
– Personal Development Plan with dedicated hours for growth and mentorship
– Vitality Health Insurance, including online GP, advanced cancer cover, physiotherapy, and more
– Birthday gift card because your special day matters!
HOW TO APPLY
Send your CV plus a portfolio and/or showreel to apply@welovewander.com
