Video Editor

Ride Shotgun is a bit different. Not only are we one of the fastest growing strategic brand, activation and production agencies in the UK but we think big, go big creatively and deliver big in production to deliver fully joined-up brand journeys for clients of all shapes and sizes.

 We’re looking for an experienced Video Editor to join our Leeds team.

What’s the role:

As Lead Video Editor you are passionate about storytelling through moving images; from snappy gifs to compelling longform, you approach the art of editing with imagination and innovation whilst ensuring the highest quality is met at all times. Our clients and their customers live and breathe a cross channel retail world, it’s complex, sometimes confusing and the goal of the video editing team is to help enhance their experience. We must remain current, relevant, retail savvy and always effective. The team is responsible for taking the lead with technology, kit, talent and process within our business in order to produce the very best content while staying true to our business objective of maximizing profit while partnering long term with our clients.

Responsibilities include:

● Responsible for taking the lead on driving edits through from concept through to delivery across a broad range of styles and industries to meet the creative requirements and the highest quality standard

● Continuously strive to understand the tone of the brand, industry, challenges and competitors by utilising storyboards, scripts and support from directors, videographers, producers and designers

● Demonstrate creative flair and passion for storytelling with high attention to detail

● Manage own edit workload within the agreed budgets and deadlines on a daily basis

● Act as the gatekeeper for all edits leaving the team to help ensure all assets worked on are produced to a consistently to a high standard and meet the brief

● Maintain an overview of the creative and technical execution of videos being provided to help correct mistakes or make improvements before work reaches the client

● Work closely with Project Director on resource forward planning, prioritising workloads across the department and matching editor talent level and experience to the appropriate job

● Report monthly on the performance of editors on their jobs

● Advise Producers on accurate timings and processes when projects are being costed to ensure that we sell the appropriate/accurate amount of edit time and ensure that budgets are in line with this and adjusted correctly

● Drive efficiencies across the department and help find solutions to help to resolve issues, escalating appropriately any problems that you cannot resolve alone

● Take the lead on the production of assets for internal purposes

● Develop guidelines, cheat sheets and briefing templates for editors and the wider department to utilise to help maintain quality consistency

● Develop and establish appropriate asset management working practices for the naming and storage of files, including retrieval and storage of files from freelancers working remotely

● Championing efficient practices across the team, leading by example, and providing motivation and support across the team on a daily basis

● Check in daily with both permanent and freelance editors on their performance and help to ensure everyone has the tools and knowledge they need to complete their work

● Assess training needs and implement a plan for continuous improvement and development

● Working with Producer/Project Director/Infrastructure Director to ensure there is enough desk space and machines where required for any freelance editors who need to work from the office

● Regularly assess equipment across the team and if necessary put forward an appropriate business case

Who are we looking for?

● You will have expert knowledge of video editing techniques with a high level of skill in motion graphics, grading and colour correction

● Excellent skills and knowledge of Adobe Premiere Pro and After Effects

● Highly creative and act as a guardian of high-quality output

● Methodical approach to work with excellent attention to detail

● Ability to manage, coach and coordinate team members

What skills are required?

● Experience as a video editor

● Confident communication is essential to present work to clients and team members

● Track sourcing and sound mixing

● The flexibility to work with a wide range of sectors in both B2B and B2C

● Attention to detail and the urge to drive projects forward essential

● Excellent time management skills and the ability to multitask

● Strong communication and excellent stakeholder management skills

What do we offer?

The opportunity to make a real impact and be instrumental in shaping the future of a new, ambitious, and exciting agency. Based in Leeds, you’ll work with some of the world’s best brands and the region’s best talent to produce award winning creative work.

In addition, we offer a competitive salary and additional benefits including:

● 25 days holiday plus bank holidays

● Your birthday off

● Additional holidays through salary sacrifice

● Cycle to work scheme

● Pension contribution

● Westfield health cash plan

● Profit share scheme

● Discounts portal access thousands of retailers

● Tailored professional development plans

Does this sound good to you?

Applicants should be within commuting distance of our Leeds offices. Please apply to futureriders@rideshotgun.co.uk attaching your CV and cover letter.

No agencies please.

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Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

• Additional leave
• Casual dress
• Company events
• Company pension
• Cycle to work scheme
• Free parking
• On-site parking
• Private medical insurance
• Profit sharing
• Referral programme

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Application question(s):

• What is your notice period?
• What are your salary expectations?

Work authorisation:

• United Kingdom (required)

Work Location: In person