Video Editor
As a Video Editor, you'll play a key role in editing and adapting video content for audiences across William Reed's portfolio. Working across multiple brands and channels, you'll create high-quality video that drives audience growth, strengthens our digital products and maximises the value of our editorial and commercial output. From editing interviews and webinars to creating platform-specific video, you'll help extend the reach, impact and lifespan of our media across a range of channels.Please include a showreel, portfolio or links to examples of your work as part of your application.What You’ll Be DoingEdit and produce video content for websites, social channels, webinars and on-demand platformsShape raw footage into clear, compelling stories, making confident editorial choices about structure, pacing, graphics, music and soundAdapt content for different audiences, platforms, formats and aspect ratios while maintaining consistently high standardsCreate clips, highlights and other derivative content that increase the reach and lifespan of existing videoCarry out basic colour correction, audio clean-up, captioning and quality checksReview finished content for editorial accuracy, brand consistency, accessibility and technical qualityManage and organise project files and digital media assets so content can be easily found and reusedWork closely with editorial, marketing, commercial, events and production teams to deliver content that meets agreed objectives and deadlinesContribute ideas that improve storytelling, content performance, audience engagement and production workflowsWhat You’ll NeedExperience editing video for digital channels, either in a professional role or through relevant training and projectsConfidence using Adobe Premiere Pro or comparable professional video editing softwareWorking knowledge of tools such as After Effects, Photoshop or AuditionKnowledge of video editing, visual storytelling and production principlesStrong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlinesFamiliarity with basic colour correction and audio clean-upAbility to create captions and apply accessibility standardsFamiliarity with exporting video in the correct formats, aspect ratios and specifications for different digital platformsExperience managing project files, footage libraries and version controlUnderstanding of how video, audio, graphics and captions work together to create engaging audience experiencesBenefits & InitiativesGenerous annual leave –25 days plus standard England and Wales bank holidays for full-time employeesLong service holiday reward – Receive an extra day's annual leave for each year of service after six years, up to a maximum of 30 days plus bank holidays for full-time colleagues Christmas office closure – Enjoy additional paid leave between Christmas Day and New Year's Day to cover discretionary office closure days Holiday purchase scheme – Buy up to three additional days' annual leave each year and spread the cost over up to six monthsMeDay – Take an additional paid day off to celebrate your birthday, a cultural or religious event, or another occasion that is meaningful to youVolunteering day – One paid day each year to support a charity, community group or cause close to your heartHybrid and agile working – Flexible ways of working to help you balance work and life commitments (role dependent)Enhanced pension contributions – Benefit from employer pension contributions above the statutory minimumLife assurance – Providing financial protection and peace of mind for you and your loved onesGroup Income Protection – Financial support if you're unable to work due to long-term illness or injuryFamily-friendly policies – Enhanced pay entitlements to support you and your family during important life eventsHealth and wellbeing support, including: Healthcare cash planEmployee Assistance Programme (EAP)Virtual GP serviceHealth and wellbeing resources and toolsCommitment to Equity, Diversity and Inclusion – Supported by employee-led networks, with a culture where everyone feels welcome and valued. We are proud to be a Disability Confident Committed employerCycle to Work scheme – Save money and support a healthier commute Electric Car scheme – Access an affordable and sustainable way to drive an electric vehicle
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