Video Editor - UK Security Clearance Mandatory

Sphere Digital Recruitment; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Video Editor for a 6-month fixed-term contract starting in January. The role involves editing high-quality video content for government-related projects, requiring strong skills in Adobe Premiere Pro. Candidates must hold active UK government security clearance. The position offers a hybrid working model and a salary range of £45,000-£50,000 per annum based on experience.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Video Editor with a strong digital and social portfolio.
• Experienced in producing both short-form and long-form video content.
• Proficient in high production standards and fast-paced environments.

Responsibilities

• Edit and produce high-quality video content.
• Create edits for various social media platforms.
• Collaborate with creatives to meet project deadlines.

Skills

Adobe Premiere Pro

After Effects

Editing for social platforms

Video storytelling

Job description

Video Editor - 6-Month FTC (January Start)

Location: London, UK (Hybrid)

Salary: £45,000-£50,000 per annum

Security Clearance: MUST already hold active UK government security clearance and be able to provide proof

About the Role

We're looking for an experienced Video Editor to join a creative team on a 6-month fixed-term contract starting in January. You'll work across a range of government-related projects, producing high-quality video content for social and digital channels.

This is a fast-moving and sensitive environment where sound judgement, accuracy, and discretion are essential.

What You'll Do

• Edit and produce high-quality short-form and long-form video content
• Create platform-specific edits for TikTok, Reels, YouTube, and other social channels
• Enhance narrative and visual storytelling through creative editing
• Add graphics, titles, subtitles, and sound design where required
• Collaborate with designers, creatives, and project managers to deliver work on brief and to deadline
• Maintain high production standards and consistency across all outputs

About You

• Proven experience as a Video Editor with a strong digital and social portfolio
• Advanced skills in Adobe Premiere Pro (essential); After Effects preferred
• Confident editing for social platforms and aware of current trends
• Experience working on sensitive or government-related communications is advantageous
• Strong eye for pacing, narrative flow, and visual detail
• Able to thrive in a fast-paced environment
• Based in London and comfortable with hybrid working
• MUST already hold active UK government security clearance and be able to provide proof (applications without clearance cannot be considered)

Contract Details

• 6-month fixed-term contract, starting January
• Hybrid working, London-based
• Salary: £45,000-£50,000 depending on experience