Video Editor/Producer

CNN; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A global news organization is seeking an experienced Video Editor/Producer to join their Newsgathering department in London. The role involves editing various news content, collaborating with creative teams, and mentoring junior editors. Strong proficiency in Adobe Premiere Pro and After Effects is essential. The position offers a hybrid working model, balancing remote and in-office work, allowing flexibility in scheduling especially during breaking news events. The candidate should be adaptable and able to make quick editorial decisions under pressure.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in Adobe Premiere Pro and Adobe After Effects is essential.
• Understanding of Mac OS and media asset management systems.
• Proven experience editing news programming and knowledge of file formats.

Responsibilities

• Edit daily news content including TV packages, and longer-format programming.
• Collaborate with producers and graphics teams for creative vision.
• Mentor junior editors and contribute to training initiatives.

Skills

Adobe Premiere Pro

Adobe After Effects

Media asset management systems

Mac OS

Quick decision making under pressure

Job description

Your New Role

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.

Your Role Accountabilities

• 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.

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.

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