Senior Social Video Editor

The Walt Disney Company; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave

Private medical insurance & dental care

Free Park Entry

Disney Discounts

Excellent parental and guardian leave

Employee Resource Groups

Job summary

A global entertainment company is searching for a Senior Social Video Editor in London. This hands-on role requires expertise in social video editing, with a focus on storytelling and leading a creative team. Responsibilities include producing platform-optimised videos for social media, leveraging media rights to enhance engagement, and staying ahead of social trends. The ideal candidate should have 5+ years of experience and proficiency in Adobe tools. The position offers competitive perks including annual leave and private health insurance.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of professional experience in social video editing and creative production.
• Proven track record of creating social media videos that drive growth.
• Deep understanding of football culture and sports content dynamics.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of video editors to ensure creative excellence.
• Edit and produce videos optimised for various social media platforms.
• Maximise media rights from UEFA Women’s Champions League and LaLiga.

Skills

Social video editing

Creative production

Leadership

Adobe Premiere Pro

After Effects

Motion design

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Time management

Tools

Adobe Premiere Pro

After Effects

Job description

Senior Social Video Editor

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Job Summary
We’re looking for a Senior Social Video Editor who combines exceptional storytelling, editing expertise and creative leadership. This is a hands‑on role for someone who can both craft standout social content and lead others to deliver at the same level. A key focus will be maximising our use of rights for the UEFA Women’s Champions League and LaLiga, creating compelling, platform‑optimised videos that bring these properties to life for our audiences. As we build towards the 2026 FIFA World Cup, you’ll also lead the development of new video formats to make ESPN UK’s social platforms a must‑follow for any football fan during the tournament.
This is an office‑based role: 3 days working in the Hammersmith, London office with 2 days working from home.

The Opportunity & Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a small team of video editors, ensuring creative excellence and consistency across all social video output.
• Edit and produce short‑ and long‑form videos optimised for each platform (YouTube, TikTok, Instagram, X, Facebook, etc.).
• Maximise and creatively leverage media rights from the UEFA Women’s Champions League and LaLiga to drive reach, engagement and brand growth.
• Conceptualise and launch new social‑first formats ahead of the World Cup 2026, focused on fan engagement and shareability.
• Collaborate with wider content teams to align on editorial direction and share audience insights.
• Analyse performance data to continuously refine creative approaches and increase video views and engagement.
• Stay ahead of social trends, platform updates and new video tools to keep our content innovative and relevant.
• Supervise the content produced by teams in other regions, with a focus on match‑night production.
• Work closely with Disney+, partners, and agencies to help drive awareness for the direct‑to‑consumer product.
• Develop and implement social media strategies to grow our audience and engagement.
• Ensure content is aligned with the brand's goals and resonates with each platform’s audience.

The Experience We Require From You

• 5+ years of professional experience in social video editing and creative production, including leadership experience.
• Proven track record of creating social media videos that drive growth, engagement, and audience retention.
• Expert in Adobe Premiere Pro and After Effects, with strong motion design and storytelling skills.
• Deep understanding of football culture and the dynamics of sports content across global audiences.
• Experience leading creative teams, giving feedback, and managing multiple projects in a fast‑paced environment.
• Strong understanding of platform‑specific storytelling and trends across major social networks.
• Excellent communication, organisation and time‑management skills.
• Creative mindset with a strong visual sense and attention to detail.
• Proven experience leveraging live rights to drive engagement and grow audiences.
• Ability to thrive under tight deadlines and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong analytical skills, with experience using performance tools to inform decision‑making.

The Perks

• 25 days annual leave
• Private medical insurance & dental care
• Free Park Entry: You will have the opportunity to enter any of our parks with your family and friends for free
• Disney Discounts: you are entitled to discounts on designated Disney products, resort F&B and ticketing
• Excellent parental and guardian leave
• Employee Resource Groups – WOMEN @ Disney, Disney DIVERSITY, Disney PRIDE, ENABLED, and our Mental Health & Wellbeing Group, TRUST.

The Walt Disney Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We strive to be a diverse workforce that is representative of our audiences, and where all can thrive and belong. Disney is committed to forming a team that includes and respects a variety of voices, identities, backgrounds, experiences and perspectives.
We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided the necessary accommodations to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive all benefits of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.