Video Editor

**Video Editor**

**Hybrid/Coventry**

**£28,000 - £35,000**

The Recruitment Bunker are recruiting for a Video Editor based in Coventry.

As a talented and creative Video Editor with a strong focus on social media, you will be responsible for crafting visually engaging and compelling video content optimised for various social media platforms. Your expertise in video editing and understanding of social media trends will play a crucial role in enhancing our online presence and engaging our target audience.

**Overview of the Role**
- Video Editor
- Salary - £28,000 - £35,000 DOE
- Pension
- Holidays: 33 Days (including Bank Holidays)
- Location - Coventry

**Company Overview**

Our client is a branding and marketing agency for luxury and lifestyle brands. They create inimitable brand identities, compelling marketing campaigns, and creative content to transform the brands of today into the icons of tomorrow. With energy, passion, and imagination, our clients fresh and creative approach captivates audiences and drives commercial success.

The client now has some of the UK’s most exciting automotive brands in-house, including automotive platform Mr JWW, and a collection of luxury automotive brands, including some of the most well-known worldwide.

**Role Responsibilities**
- **Video Editing Short Form**: Edit and assemble raw video footage into captivating, attention-grabbing short-form portrait orientation videos suitable for different social media platforms (e.g., Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, YouTube, Twitter).
- **Content Ideation**: Collaborate with the media and marketing teams to brainstorm and conceptualise video ideas that are on brand and engaging.
- **Social Media Optimisation**: Ensure that video content is optimised for each platform, considering factors such as aspect ratio, video length, captions, and platform-specific best practices.
- **Stay Updated on Trends**: Stay abreast of current social media and video trends, constantly seeking innovative approaches to keep content fresh and competitive.
- Work with the production and marketing teams to maximise all videography for your audience
- Be a fully collaborative member of the Production Bunker team, attending regular meetings and contributing ideas
- Stay relevant by understanding the latest social media and digital trends and developments.

**Essential skills**
- 3+ years of experience within Video Editing
- Knowledge and understanding of the automotive social media industry and how to attract a following via content
- Proficient in Video Editing Software: Demonstrated expertise in using industry-standard video editing software (e.g., Adobe Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro, DaVinci Resolve).
- Social Media Savvy: In-depth knowledge of various social media platforms and their video requirements, trends, and best practices.
- Time Management: Efficiently manage video editing projects to meet tight deadlines without compromising on quality.
- Communication: Strong communication and collaboration skills to work effectively with across teams and incorporate feedback.
- Portfolio: A diverse portfolio showcasing previous video editing work, especially with a focus on social media content.

**Desirable skills**
- **Motion Graphics and Effects**: The ability to Incorporate motion graphics, text overlays, animations, and special effects would be a welcome skill.
- **Video Analytics**: The ability to monitor the performance of video content on social media channels, analyse viewer engagement, and use insights to improve future content strategies would also be desirable and would be a value add.