Social & Video Editor (9 Month FTC) ️

Social & Video Editor (9 Month FTC) ️

Location: Cheltenham with the ability to work flexibly from office/home.

The Role

We are seeking an experienced, creative, and detail-oriented Social & Video Editor with a strong sense of pacing, narrative, and style for a 9-month maternity cover contract.

As part of our ambitious post-production team, you’ll collaborate closely with our client services and social strategy teams alongside our producers to create a diverse range of content for a variety of brands and businesses. This role involves producing content across the Hero, Hub, Hygiene model, from high-quality commercials and longer-form videos to short, engaging, snappy social media content.

We’re looking for a digital storyteller who is constantly thinking, analysing, and evolving ideas while staying ahead of the latest social trends. If you’re passionate about creating impactful content that captivates audiences, we’d love to hear from you!

Key Responsibilities

• Editing and producing high-quality content for websites, commercials, and social media platforms (TikTok, Instagram, YouTube Reels, Facebook Reels, Twitter, etc.), including using in-platform editing tools like Capcut. This encompasses working with provided footage and content assets as well as influencer-generated material, ensuring alignment with the client’s brand objectives and messaging.
• Actively takes part in ideation sessions across key accounts, working with the strategy team to drive the creative approach.
• Responsible for data management as well as the maintenance and management of equipment and workflow platforms (for example: vimeo, dropbox) and inventory

Drive creativity and innovation through the latest editing technology, with the ability to scope projects effectively and deliver outstanding content.

Requirements

• Minimum 3+ years in agency or similar, demonstrated by a strong portfolio showcasing a wide range of engaging content across various clients and industries.
• Proficient in creating content for all major social platforms (TikTok, Instagram, YouTube Reels, Facebook, Twitter), with a deep understanding of platform-specific functionalities and best practices.
• Skilled in both long and short-form narrative-driven editing, delivering excellent storytelling with creative flair across diverse styles.
• Embraces innovation by utilising AI tools and staying current with trends, culture, and emerging styles.
• Able to work independently, consistently producing high-quality results under tight deadlines, while ensuring projects stay on budget.
• Strong experience with Adobe Premiere Pro or Final Cut Pro X, and After Effects (basic knowledge required). Motion graphics and animation experience is a plus.
• Confident in colour grading, with skills in sound editing and soundscaping; podcast editing experience is a bonus.
• Desire to be challenged and open to feedback.
• Confident and articulate, with the ability to voice and share ideas and opinions both internally and with clients.
• Problem solver, proactive, driven, and ultra-organised.
• A collaborative team player with a client-focused mindset and the ability to build strong relationships.
• Punctual and committed to delivering successful projects.
• Positive ‘can do’ attitude and a great sense of humour.

£28,000 – £32,000 Pro Rata p/a dependent on experience plus benefits.