Video Editor

High Performance; Greater London; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

High Performance in London is seeking a skilled Video Editor to craft high-quality, engaging content for The High Performance Podcast slate. You will own edits from brief to delivery, shaping narrative arcs across longform conversations into trailers, social clips, and platform-ready cuts.

You will collaborate with producers, social teams and strategists, applying strong storytelling instincts and technical precision. A hands-on, fast-paced role with creative input and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in video editing (in-house, agency, or freelance).
• Solid understanding of editing fundamentals: pacing, storytelling, sound, and colour.
• Experience creating trailers, social content, or podcast-related edits.
• Strong organisational and workflow management skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced team environment.
• Excellent communication and feedback implementation skills.
• Experience working with branded content or media platforms.
• Familiarity with performance-driven content (YouTube, Instagram, etc.).
• Ability to undertake animation and motion graphics.
• Experience using Automation/AI tools in editing workflows.

Responsibilities

• Editing Execution & Ownership: Short-form content, trailers, social clips; own quality and delivery across projects.
• Shape narratives from longform conversations into engaging edits.
• Ensure edits meet brand, creative and technical standards (sync, colour, audio, export).
• Collaborate with producers, social teams, and strategists to bring ideas to life.
• Actively contribute to brainstorms and creative discussions; implement feedback quickly.

Skills

Video editing

Storytelling

Pacing

Collaboration

Communication

Branded content

Performance content

Animation

AI-assisted tools

Tools

Adobe Premiere Pro

After Effects

Descript

Opus

Artlist

Firefly

Job description

Reports to: Head of Production

Hours: Full Time | 37.5 hours per week

About High Performance

High Performance was set up in 2021 after the huge success of the High Performance Podcast (hosted by Jake Humphrey and Damian Hughes). The brand creates inspirational and trusted content that drives personal growth and positive change.

Following significant growth, we now produce a total of 6 podcasts.Through podcasts, live events, publications, and corporate work, our vision is to reach as many people as possible around the world and enable them to achieve healthier and happier lives.

Overview

As a Video Editor, you will play a key role in crafting high-quality, high-performance content across our core video first formats - across The High Performance Podcast slate. This includes editing podcast episodes, segments, trailers, and social-first cuts designed to engage and grow audiences.

You’ll take ownership of your edits from brief through to delivery, combining strong storytelling instincts with technical precision. Working closely with producers, social teams, and strategists, you’ll help shape compelling narratives that resonate with audiences. This is a hands-on, collaborative role where creative input is encouraged, feedback is continuous, and growth is expected.

Key Responsibilities

Editing Execution & Ownership

• Short-form content, trailers, social clips
• Take full ownership of quality, creativity, and delivery across all assigned projects
• Shape compelling narratives from longform conversations into engaging, high-retention edits
• Ensure all edits meet brand, creative, and technical standards (sync, colour, audio, export)
• Collaborate with producers, social teams, and strategists to bring ideas to life
• Actively contribute to brainstorms and creative discussions
• Immerse yourself in the creative process and identify opportunities for innovation
• Implement feedback quickly and consistently to improve output

Storytelling & Performance

• Craft trailers/segments/sizzles with strong pacing, emotional build, and clear narrative arcs
• Apply understanding of audience behaviour, especially across YouTube and social platforms
• Use performance data (retention, engagement, drop-off points) to refine edits

Technical Workflow & Organisation

• Solid understanding of editing fundamentals: pacing, storytelling, sound, and colour
• Maintain clean, structured project files and timelines
• Apply consistent naming conventions and logical file organisation
• Manage version control meticulously for all edits
• Deliver multiple cutdowns and versions formatted for different platforms
• Follow templates, workflows, and technical specifications
• Ensure robust backup practices across local and cloud systems

Workflow Optimisation & Tools

• Work efficiently within Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects, and supporting tools
• Use Automation/AI-assisted tools (e.g. Opus, Artlist, Firefly, Descript) where appropriate
• Suggest workflow improvements to increase speed and quality
• Stay updated on emerging editing techniques, tools, and social formats

Time & Project Management

• Manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment
• Proactively track deadlines and flag potential blockers early
• Deliver work on time without compromising creative quality

Skills & Expertise

Required

• 3+ years of experience in video editing (in-house, agency, or freelance)
• Solid understanding of editing fundamentals: pacing, storytelling, sound, and colour
• Experience creating trailers, social content, or podcast-related edits
• Strong organisational and workflow management skills
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced team environment
• Excellent communication and feedback implementation skills
• Experience working with branded content or media platforms
• Familiarity with performance-driven content (YouTube, Instagram, etc.)
• Ability to undertake animation and motion graphics
• Experience using Automation/AI tools in editing workflows

High Performance is committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and are committed to ensuring our recruitment process is fair and accessible. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK.