Senior Video Editor and Motion Designer - 12 Month FTC

The role

You will lead the end-to-end editing of video content for client campaigns, including social media ads, case studies and promotional videos. You will work from client briefs and brand guidelines to add graphics, music and motion design, and deliver polished files on tight deadlines.

What you will do

• Lead end-to-end editing of video content for client campaigns, including social media ads, case studies and promotional videos
• Assemble footage, apply graphics, add music and sound effects from client briefs, storyboards and producer direction
• Ensure edits are technically sound, creatively engaging and communicate the campaign message
• Follow client brand guidelines, campaign style guides and platform best practices such as safe zones and aspect ratios
• Perform colour correction, sound mixing and motion graphics
• Manage and organise project files, footage and assets
• Meet tight campaign deadlines without compromising quality
• Collaborate with Producers, Campaign Managers, Strategists and Account Managers, and incorporate feedback and revisions
• Prepare final files in the formats required by clients and platforms
• Offer creative input on storytelling and visual impact

Required qualifications

• Proven experience as a Video Editor with a strong portfolio of social media video, ideally in a campaign or client-focused setting
• Proficiency in professional editing software such as Adobe Premiere Pro, Adobe After Effects, Final Cut Pro or DaVinci Resolve
• Strong understanding of video formats, codecs and online delivery best practices
• Excellent storytelling skills and an eye for composition, pacing and rhythm
• Ability to work creatively within brand guidelines and client briefs
• Experience with colour correction, sound design and bespoke motion graphics
• Meticulous attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet tight deadlines
• Good organisational and time-management skills
• Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate with producers and team members
• Proactive approach to learning new skills and editing technologies

Benefits

• Competitive medical insurance
• Group retirement plans
• Vision and dental insurance
• Significant paid time off
• Preferential partner discounts
• Employee mental health awareness days
• Access to WPP Media and WPP global networks
• Employee resource groups and in-office events

Before you apply

• Candidates must have the right to work in the UK

About the company

WPP Media is WPP's AI-driven media operating unit, bringing together media, data and partnerships. This role sits within The Goat Agency, a global social and creator-led content agency within WPP Media.