Senior Video Editor

Smile Digital; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

A video production agency in the Leeds area is looking for an experienced Senior Video Editor to take creative ownership of various projects. The role involves leading the editing process, mentoring junior editors, and producing high-quality visual stories. Applicants should have a strong showreel and expert skills in Adobe Premiere Pro and After Effects. This position offers a competitive salary range of £40,000 to £52,000 with a hybrid work environment.

Qualifications

• Proven track record as a Senior Video Editor or experienced Editor ready to step up.
• Strong showreel demonstrating storytelling, pacing, and creative flair.
• Confident communicator with ability to present and justify creative decisions.

Responsibilities

• Lead editing for a range of commercial and corporate projects.
• Edit using Adobe Premiere Pro, applying colour grading and sound design.
• Support and mentor junior and mid-level editors.

Skills

Creative ownership of post-production projects

Expert level skills in Adobe Creative Cloud

Excellent understanding of codecs and formats

Strong eye for detail and narrative structure

Tools

Adobe Premiere Pro

Adobe After Effects

Job description

Senior Video Editor - Leeds Area (Hybrid) £40,000 – £52,000

About the Company

An award winning video production agency based in the York / Leeds region is seeking an experienced Senior Video Editor to join its expanding creative team. The company produces high quality, engaging video content across a broad range of sectors including corporate, charity, education, and brand storytelling.

Known for its collaborative and innovative approach, the team combines creative vision with strong technical delivery, producing films, digital campaigns, and motion led projects for clients nationwide.

The Role

The Senior Video Editor will take creative ownership of post-production projects, crafting compelling visual stories that engage and inspire audiences. Working closely with producers, videographers, and animators, this role requires both technical excellence and a refined storytelling sensibility.

The successful candidate will be comfortable leading the editing process from rough cut to delivery, mentoring junior editors, and maintaining high production standards across all outputs.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead editing for a diverse range of commercial, corporate, and campaign projects
• Interpret briefs and deliver high quality edits that meet creative and strategic objectives
• Edit to an advanced standard using Adobe Premiere Pro (or equivalent NLE)
• Apply colour grading, sound design, and final mix for broadcast and online delivery
• Incorporate motion graphics and visual assets, After Effects experience preferred
• Manage workflow, media organization, and version control throughout post production
• Liaise with clients and internal teams during review and feedback stages
• Oversee delivery of assets for multiple platforms including web, social, and broadcast
• Support and mentor junior and mid level editors

What you will bring :

• Proven track record as a Senior Video Editor or experienced Editor ready to step up
• A strong showreel demonstrating storytelling, pacing, and creative flair
• Expert level skills in Adobe Creative Cloud, particularly Premiere Pro and After Effects
• Excellent understanding of codecs, formats, and delivery specifications
• Strong eye for detail, pacing, tone, and narrative structure
• Confident communicator with the ability to present and justify creative decisions
• Highly organised, self motivated, and capable of managing multiple projects simultaneously

Interested candidates should submit a CV, showreel, and short covering statement highlighting relevant experience and creative strengths.

Client is ready to interview so apply now