Senior Video Editor (All Out Football)

Reach plc; London; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading media company in the UK is seeking a Senior Video Editor to join their Reach Studio team. The role involves crafting high-quality video content for social media platforms, working collaboratively, and mentoring junior editors, all while contributing creatively to a popular new brand. This hybrid position offers the chance to shape the editorial direction, manage projects efficiently, and stay ahead of video trends.

Benefits

Pension scheme with matched contributions

25 days holiday with additional leave options

Giving back day for personal causes

Enhanced family leave policies

Private Healthcare Cash Plan

Career development support

Qualifications

• Industry experience in video production management or similar role.
• Advanced knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite, especially Premiere.
• Track record of editing content for social media and YouTube.

Responsibilities

• Edit video content to high standards using Adobe Premiere.
• Manage projects with internal and external stakeholders.
• Mentor junior team members and conduct regular quality checks.

Skills

Video Editing

Colour Grading

Sound Mixing

Adobe Premiere

Creativity

Problem Solving

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

Are you an expert on all things video editing with a passion for creating high quality original content for some of the biggest news brands in the UK?

We are looking for an experienced and dynamic Senior Video Editor to join our Reach Studio team. Reporting directly into the Senior Producer, you will edit original YT & social videos, vodcasts and branded content for our new All Out Football brand which aims to evolve our audience engagement and expand revenue opportunities.

We are partnering with a high profile brand to bring this channel to life and meticulously constructing it from its infancy. Consequently, you will be able to contribute significantly to the broader creative direction, assisting in precisely defining the tone and diligently implementing our envisioned strategy.

Reach Studio launched last year and is a unique blend of editorial and commercial talent, serving multimedia content to both our audiences and advertising partners. Our dynamic team is made up of highly skilled producers, editors, designers and social media experts. Reach Studio has already launched a variety of content and podcasts including our branded content Let’s Start Talking podcast, Mirror Gaming socials and an exclusive interview with Virgil van Dijk . From developing existing podcasts to producing new video shows and formats that our audiences will love, we want you to join us for what's next.

This is a hybrid position working from the Head Office in Canary Wharf 3 days per week, we are therefore open to candidates based in and around London. The typical working pattern is Monday to Friday but some flexibility around major events is required to keep our studio ahead of the curve.

Job Description

You will expertly edit video content to a high standard utilising your proficiency with Adobe Premiere to produce high-calibre edits across commercial, social, and marketing projects. You will ensure all video content is meticulously aligned with project briefs, resource allocations, budgetary constraints, and deadlines while upholding superior quality standards. You'll bring animations and motion graphics to life with dynamic flair and provide direction to other editors, fostering a collaborative environment.

You will support the team by optimising resources and managing daily operations efficiently. Leading by example, you'll conduct regular quality checks across the team to ensure quality. You will manage projects with internal and external stakeholders, adhering to workflows and processes. As a mentor, you'll guide junior team members in best practices and oversee their technical processes. You will maintain hard drives and archives meticulously and contribute to technology software and hardware launches within the department.

Staying ahead of video trends, you'll share insights in forums to drive innovation. With an expert eye, you'll handle colour correction and grading, conforming to broadcast and social standards, and source audio tracks to create well-crafted soundscapes.

Qualifications

• Sufficient industry experience experience in video production management or a similar role within the media or creative industries
• Advanced knowledge of and skills using the Adobe Creative Suite, with exceptional proficiency in Premiere, After Effects and Photoshop.
• A track record of editing content for social and YouTube
• High level of proficiency in colour grading using Adobe Premiere.
• High level of proficiency in sound mixing and mastering.
• Passion for original, social and branded content.
• Be able to demonstrate initiative, problem solving and creativity on a daily basis.
• Confident in Microsoft Office Suite of program.
• Ability to manage and oversee multiple projects simultaneously from start to finish, meeting tight deadlines eg. breaking news
• Be able to demonstrate initiative, problem-solving and creativity on a daily basis.
• A ‘can do’ attitude, able to work well under pressure
• Ability to take on feedback, new ideas and direction.
• An ability to work both independently and collaboratively with the wider team

Additional Information

We are offering a competitive salary and benefits including;

• Help saving for your retirement- join our pension scheme and we’ll match contributions up to 6%
• 25 days’ holiday per year when you join. After three, five and ten years’ service with Reach, you’ll accrue one additional day of annual leave. We also have aHoliday Purchase Scheme
• Giving back day - an additional day’s leave each year to support a cause close to your heart
• Enhanced family leave- including maternity, paternity and adoption - and you’ll be eligible after just six months’ employment
• Private Healthcare Cash Plan- free health cash plan so you can claim back cash for a range of medical expenses
• As one of the UK’s top 50 Inclusive Employerseveryone’s invited to join our events, programmes and networks to celebrate diversity and build an environment where all our people can thrive
• Wellbeing support- including a 24/7 employee assistance programme (EAP) for you and your nearest and dearest
• Awesome career opportunities- you’ll have support from your line manager and a range of learning & development programmes

Reach plc believes diversity brings benefits for our customers, our business and our people. This is why we are committed to being an inclusive employer and encourage applications from all suitable applicants irrespective of background, circumstances, age, disability, gender identity, ethnicity, religion or belief and sexual orientation.