Apprentice Video Editor (Content Creator Apprenticeship)

Creative Alliance; Sutton Coldfield; On-site; GBP 16,000; Full time

Job summary

Big Wave Creations invites a motivated apprentice eager to dive into content creation, focusing primarily on video editing. This apprenticeship offers hands-on experience in the video industry while working closely with the CEO to refine skills and grow creatively. It combines on-the-job training with creative production insights, preparing candidates for a vibrant career in media.

Qualifications

• GCSE qualifications at Grade 4/C or above in Maths and English.
• Proficiency in editing tools and reliable internet for remote work.
• Strong communication and disciplined time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Edit engaging, social-first video content for various platforms.
• Keep up with the latest trends in social media.
• Organise content and manage digital assets.

Skills

Proficiency in editing tools

Strong communication

Time management

Education

GCSEs in Maths and English at Grade 4/C or above

Job description

Opportunity information

Salary: £15,600 per week

Duration: 15 months

Advert closing date: 30/07/2025

Description

Big Wave Creations offers a unique opportunity for a motivated apprentice eager to immerse themselves in content creation, with video editing comprising about 80% of the role.

Kickstart your creative career with Big Wave Creations Ltd! We are a lean, fast-moving video and social media agency crafting eye-catching content for major platforms like TikTok, Instagram, YouTube, Facebook, and more. Currently, it is just me, the founder, but we are growing fast, and you could be the first to join this exciting journey.

What You'll Be Doing

• Editing engaging, social-first video content (both short-form and long-form)
• Tailoring edits for different platforms and audiences
• Keeping up with the latest trends, memes, and formats across social media
• Helping plan, storyboard, and occasionally assist with filming
• Organising content and managing digital assets
• Participating in weekly 1:1 meetings with the CEO to review work, learn, and grow

Entry requirements

Maths and English GCSE or equivalent Level 2 qualification at Grade 4/C and above.

Training to be provided

You will undertake a Level 3 Production Assistant Apprenticeship with Creative Alliance. This apprenticeship combines both on-the-job and off-the-job training delivered by the award-winning, creative specialist provider, Creative Alliance. Throughout the course, you will gain hands-on experience and learn about:

• The video industry landscape
• Genre and idea creation
• Responding effectively to briefs
• Preparing and pitching concepts
• Working within a media team and participating in pre-production
• Managing relationships with talent, contributors, and suppliers
• Budgeting essentials
• Technical skills and communication during shoots
• Editing and post-production workflows

For more detailed information about the apprenticeship, please visit:

https://www.instituteforapprenticeships.org/apprenticeship-standards/production-assistant-screen-and-audio-v1-1

Things to consider

For a remote editing role with weekly CEO meetings, ensure reliable internet, time zone alignment, strong communication, proficiency in editing tools, disciplined time management, a quiet workspace, readiness to receive feedback, and clear meeting preparation.

Skills Required

Array

Future prospects

Full-Time Employment

Hours per week: 37.5

Working week: Monday - Friday

Apprenticeship standard: Production assistant - screen and audio (Level 3)

Location: Sutton Coldfield, West Midlands, England, B72 1AN