Junior Video Content Creator

Connexus Recruit; Dublin; On-site; EUR 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Connexus Recruit is seeking a creative Junior Video Content Creator to join its expanding social media team. This is a hands-on role, comfortable both on camera and behind the scenes.

You'll develop concepts, write hooks, film, present and edit engaging short-form video for TikTok, Instagram Reels, YouTube Shorts and other channels, across a varied client portfolio in a fast-paced agency. Ideal candidates have about 1+ year of experience, a strong reel or portfolio showing on-camera presence and

Qualifications

• Around 1+ year of experience in content creation, UGC, social media or short-form video production.
• Strong portfolio demonstrating on-camera presentation and video editing.
• Working knowledge of short-form editing tools such as CapCut, Adobe Premiere Pro, InShot or similar.
• Familiarity with Canva, Photoshop or Illustrator.
• Social-first mindset with an understanding of platform-native content.

Responsibilities

• Feature in short-form social videos as presenter for client brands.
• Script, shoot, present and edit authentic UGC content from concept to delivery.
• Develop fresh concepts and hooks for short-form video.
• Support campaigns with social strategies and narratives across client accounts.
• Shoot and edit content for multiple channels.

Skills

On-camera presentation

Editing

UGC content creation

Social media platforms

Tools

CapCut

Adobe Premiere Pro

InShot

Canva

Photoshop

Job description

An established, award-winning digital marketing agency is looking for a creative, proactive and energetic Junior Video Content Creator to join its growing social media team.

This is a highly hands-on creative role for someone who is equally comfortable behind and in front of the camera. You’ll help bring brands to life through engaging short-form video, acting as a presenter and content creator across TikTok, Instagram Reels, YouTube Shorts and other digital channels.

From developing concepts and writing hooks to filming, presenting and editing content, you’ll work across a varied portfolio of well-known and growing brands. It’s an excellent opportunity for an ambitious creator to develop their skills within a fast-paced, collaborative agency environment.

What You’ll Be Doing

• On-Camera Content: Feature in short-form social videos, acting as the presenter, voice and personality for a variety of client brands.
• UGC Creation: Script, shoot, present and edit authentic, engaging User-Generated Content from initial concept through to final delivery.
• Creative Ideation: Develop fresh concepts, hooks and social-first ideas, with a particular focus on short-form video.
• Campaign Support: Contribute to creative concepts, social strategies and campaign narratives across multiple client accounts.
• Video Production & Editing: Shoot and edit both phone-led and camera-led content for social and digital platforms.
• Visual Content & Copy: Create graphics, thumbnails and simple animations, alongside punchy, brand-appropriate social copy.
• Content Planning: Support the creation and management of client content calendars, incorporating original, UGC and influencer-led content.
• Trend & Performance Monitoring: Stay on top of platform trends, emerging formats, trending audio and internet culture, while using performance insights to improve future content.
• Brainstorming & Pitches: Take part in creative brainstorms and help develop pitch materials, video concepts, mock-ups and supporting assets.

What We’re Looking For

• Confidence on Camera: You’re natural, energetic and engaging on screen, with strong verbal delivery and personality.
• Relevant Experience: Around 1+ year of experience in content creation, UGC, social media or short-form video production.
• A Strong Portfolio: A reel or portfolio that demonstrates both on-camera presentation and video editing ability.
• Editing Skills: A good working knowledge of short-form editing tools such as CapCut, Adobe Premiere Pro, InShot or similar.
• Basic Design Capability: Familiarity with tools such as Canva, Photoshop or Illustrator.
• A Social-First Mindset: You understand how to turn brand messages into engaging, authentic and platform-native content.
• Strong Cultural Awareness: You keep up with social trends, meme culture, popular audio, emerging formats and the nuances of different platforms.
• Adaptability: You’re comfortable receiving feedback, collaborating with different teams and juggling deadlines across multiple projects.

Nice to Have

• An active personal presence on TikTok, Instagram Reels, YouTube or another content-led platform.
• Experience creating content for paid social campaigns.
• Experience working with influencers or external content creators.