Visual Content Editor

Hearst; London; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading publishing company in the UK is seeking a Visual Content Editor to create engaging digital content for iconic lifestyle brands. This role entails collaboration with brand teams and the central video team, focusing on innovative and effective content strategies across various platforms. If you possess creativity, strong analytical skills, and experience in digital media, you will thrive in this dynamic and collaborative environment.

Benefits

25 days’ holiday (option to buy up to 5 more)

Hybrid working (3 days in the office)

Discounted gym membership

Charity day leave

Life assurance and pension scheme

Regular social events

Qualifications

• Proven ability in idea generation and storyboarding.
• Experience in digital video strategy with multi-tasking skills.
• Solid knowledge of social media for brand growth.

Responsibilities

• Oversee creation and scheduling of engaging moving content.
• Lead planning and coordinating video strategies with teams.
• Compile reports on video trends and content performance.

Skills

Creativity

Teamwork

Data analysis

Content strategy

Storyboarding

Tools

Photoshop

Google Analytics

Job description

At Hearst UK, there’s always more to the story. Join us as our Visual Content Editor - Homes to start the next chapter in your career.

We’re the UK’s leading premium publisher, behind iconic brands such as Cosmopolitan, Esquire, Elle, Harper’s Bazaar, and Country Living. We foster a collaborative working environment, encourage innovative ideas, and continuously strive to develop and improve. We trust each other to do our best, have fun, and build on our heritage to make history.

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Visual Content Editor will collaborate with brand teams to lead and execute engaging moving content strategies for Country Living and House Beautiful.

This role involves working on both editorial and licensing partnership content, liaising with the central Video team and the Social Manager for Homes. You will ideate and deliver diverse moving content formats across platforms such as web, social media, app, and YouTube.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee creation and scheduling of high-quality moving content to boost brand engagement and digital reach.
• Generate innovative ideas for content on both brands.
• Lead planning, storyboarding, and conceptualization of moving content.
• Compile reports on video trends to support growth and audience development.
• Coordinate with the central video team to ensure on-brand briefing, commissioning, and efficient execution within budget.
• Utilize analytics and scheduling tools to refine video strategies.
• Report regularly on content performance.
• Represent Hearst UK and uphold its values.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to optimize print, digital, event, and licensing content for video.
• Balance editorial quality with reach and revenue goals.

ABOUT YOU

• Proven ability in idea generation, conceptualization, pitching, and storyboarding.
• Interest in lifestyle content related to style, interiors, homes, gardens, artisans, nature, and wildlife.
• Experience in digital video strategy and execution, with multi-tasking skills under pressure.
• Creative with a keen eye for style, design, and innovative content ideas.
• Data-savvy, proficient with Google Analytics and insight tools.
• Understanding of social platforms (Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest, YouTube) for brand growth.
• Excellent team player with collaboration skills.
• Solid knowledge of Photoshop and social media content creation tools.

WHAT WE OFFER

We provide a range of perks to support your well-being and development, including:

• 25 days’ holiday (option to buy up to 5 more)
• Hybrid working (3 days in the office)
• Discounted gym membership
• Charity day leave
• Life assurance and pension scheme
• Regular social events

There’s more to your story than you imagine. And the next chapter begins right here.

Hearst UK is committed to reflecting a diverse and inclusive culture, fostering a sense of belonging, and promoting content that uplifts all voices.