Senior Video Editor

Wearecoolr; London; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading social media agency in London is seeking a Senior Social-First Video Editor to lead a creative team. The role involves high-quality video editing, mentoring junior staff, and contributing to innovative social content strategies. You will be pivotal in enhancing the agency's output and guiding the team's creative vision while enjoying hybrid working conditions and a range of benefits.

Benefits

Competitive salary based on experience

Hybrid working (3 days in-office, 2 from home)

25 days annual leave

Two weeks of work-from-anywhere flexibility

Birthday day off

Wellbeing day with a £50 voucher

Free office snacks and drinks

Private healthcare, cycle-to-work scheme

Weekly socials, book club, additional activities

Qualifications

• Top-tier, social-first video editor with a strong portfolio.
• In-depth knowledge of editing for social formats.
• Proficient in Premiere Pro, skilled in After Effects and Photoshop.

Responsibilities

• Lead high-quality edits with social storytelling.
• Mentor junior editors with feedback and guidance.
• Manage multiple edits while maintaining brand tone.

Skills

Social-first video editing

Editing for TikTok

Editing for Reels

Editing for YouTube Shorts

Premiere Pro

After Effects

Photoshop

Storytelling

Problem-solving

Communication

Job description

Who are Coolr?

We’re an independent social media agency composed of creatives, social experts, content publishers, and change makers.

We are deeply connected to popular culture, and our work links brands with their audiences at scale. Our clients include Burger King, Lidl, Deliveroo, and Samsung, among others. Our goal is to become the biggest social agency globally.

With a 70% growth last year, our agency is expanding rapidly. By 2025, we aim to be a leading social agency in the UK, the US, and beyond.

We have a strong growth platform and have made significant progress — now, we want to elevate our efforts further.

About the role:

We are seeking a Senior Social-First Video Editor who combines technical skill and creative vision, capable of leading and inspiring others. This pivotal role within Coolr’s post-production team involves hands-on editing, mentoring, team development, and creative leadership.

The job

As a Senior Editor, you will:

• Lead by example in creating high-quality edits with pace, energy, and social-first storytelling.
• Mentor junior and mid-level editors with feedback, technical guidance, and creative coaching.
• Collaborate with creatives and producers to challenge briefs, improve workflows, and enhance creative output.
• Manage multiple edits, maintaining quality, brand tone, and editorial voice.
• Contribute to best practices, file structures, and editing processes.
• Support onboarding and training of new editors, freelancers, and juniors.
• Work through the entire editing process from proxy to grading and final delivery.
• Stay updated on social trends, styles, and platform changes, sharing insights with the team.
• Own the creative output and delivery, striving to raise standards across Coolr’s edits.

What we are looking for

This role suits an experienced editor eager to lead, influence a growing team, and make a notable impact.

You should:

• Be a top-tier, social-first video editor with a strong portfolio.
• Possess in-depth knowledge of editing for TikTok, Reels, YouTube Shorts, and other social formats.
• Be proficient in Premiere Pro; skilled in After Effects and Photoshop.
• Understand modern storytelling and be comfortable editing quickly and confidently.
• Be adept at directing others, managing multiple timelines, and providing constructive feedback.
• Be a problem-solver with a calm demeanor and keen eye for detail.
• Be a strong communicator, approachable, and generous with knowledge.
• Have a passion for social media and an interest in emerging creator talent.

A Coolr Offer

We value our team’s hard work. Benefits include:

• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Hybrid working (3 days in-office, 2 from home).
• 25 days annual leave.
• Two weeks of work-from-anywhere flexibility.
• Birthday day off.
• Wellbeing day with a £50 voucher.
• Free office snacks and drinks.
• Private healthcare, cycle-to-work scheme, tech scheme, and more.
• Weekly socials, book club, social club, and additional activities.

Coolr Culture:

We are a supportive team committed to excellence, creativity, and authenticity. Our goal is to turn clients into industry leaders through innovative campaigns. We embrace diversity and encourage everyone to reach their potential.

Coolr DE&I

We aim to create a safe, inclusive environment for all. Embracing diversity fosters creativity and success, aligning with our mission to be the best social media agency worldwide. We are proud of our current efforts and committed to ongoing improvement in diversity and inclusion.