Video Editor/Producer

All; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading media company is seeking a Video Editor / Producer for its Newsgathering department in London. This position entails editing daily news content, collaborating with various teams, and mentoring junior editors. Proficiency in Adobe Premiere Pro and After Effects is required. This role offers a hybrid work model, combining both remote and in-office work, adapting to business needs.

Qualifications

• Experience editing news programming is essential.
• Strong understanding of production and digital workflows.
• Ability to work under pressure and adapt to change.

Responsibilities

• Edit daily news content and maintain organized media projects.
• Collaborate with producers and define creative vision.
• Mentor junior editors and contribute to training initiatives.

Skills

Adobe Premiere Pro

Adobe After Effects

Mac OS proficiency

Media asset management systems

Problem-solving skills

Job description

We are looking for the Video Editor / Producer who will play a critical role in CNN’s Newsgathering department in London.

This position focuses on two key areas: delivering the highest-quality multiplatform output under tight deadlines for London’s Newsgathering unit, and working with your managers and Senior Editors to develop and implement workflows, technologies, and efficiencies.

Responsibilities

• Edit daily news content including TV packages, vertical social edits, promos, and longer-format programming.
• Maintain organized media projects and ensure assets are easily accessible to team members.
• Collaborate with producers, reporters, and graphics teams to define creative and editorial vision.
• Test new workflows, software, and equipment; provide feedback to improve efficiency.
• Mentor junior editors and contribute to department-wide training initiatives.

Qualifications & Experience

• Proficiency in Adobe Premiere Pro and Adobe After Effects is essential.
• Strong understanding of Mac OS, hardware, and media asset management systems.
• Proven experience editing news programming with knowledge of codecs, file formats, and delivery specifications for broadcast and digital platforms.
• Strong understanding of production, digital workflows, and newsgathering processes.
• Ability to take ownership and troubleshoot technical issues and liaise with Engineering on workflow improvements.
• Adapts well to change and shifting priorities, especially during breaking news.
• Ability to make quick editorial decisions under pressure.
• Willingness to work flexible hours, including weekends or late shifts when required.

Additional Information

On June 9, 2025, Warner Bros. Discovery announced plans to separate into two publicly traded companies, Warner Bros. and Discovery Global, with an expected completion in mid-2026. For more details, including leadership appointments and information on individual brands, please visit our newsroom.

Although you will be hired by Warner Bros. Discovery, upon the planned separation in 2026, your employment likely will transition to Discovery Global. During this period of transformation, you’ll have an exciting opportunity to lay the foundation at one of the world’s premier entertainment brands.

Hybrid Working

This role is advertised as a Hybrid work model, that combines remote and in-office work, following our current company policy and to be agreed with your Line Manager. Subject to any applicable laws, WBD / your Line Manager reserves the right to change this working agreement where this is essential to business needs and upon reasonable notice to you.

Next Step

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