Job Description

The Junior Creative Editor is a member of the studio team with a good motion design skillset and editing skills, who collaborates with the Studio team to produce scroll-stopping content.


Working across video projects, the Junior Creative Editor's strength is editing, with a particular eye for energetic, socially optimised content. They can also create basic motion elements and interweave these into their editing, enhancing video content with creative flourishes.


Vertical video for platforms like TikTok, YouTube Shorts, and Instagram Reels & Stories will be a key part of the Junior Creative Editor's output. They should bring a "social-first" mindset, tailoring edits to suit each platform's tone and format to maximise engagement. They will also plan for multi-aspect ratio workflows where appropriate.


They are technically proficient in editing and motion-related software, have a good eye for pacing and tone, and a good editorial sense. They will also have strong written English skills as subtitling will be required for the majority of their edits.


Comfortable working independently with oversight and direction from senior members of the team, they are equally adept at collaborating with a team and seek out opportunities for learning and development.


They are a creative thinker able to visualise concepts and are confident expressing ideas to the internal team.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Create quality motion-enhanced edits, tailored for social media


Be aware of and respond to current design and culture trends, whilst staying up to date with industry and technological developments


Contribute with ideation and creative direction for projects


You'll typically work during standard Monday-Friday office hours, but flexibility is essential, especially during major sporting events and tournaments, where some evening or weekend work may be required.

Requirements

MUST HAVES

Good editing skills, with a focus on high-energy social-first content Strong vertical editing skills and the ability to re-format content to other aspect ratios as required Basic motion design skills A basic understanding of audio-mixing and colour correction within Adobe CC Good sound design skills Strong written English and efficient subtitling skills Good teamworking, communication and organisational skills The ability to showcase ideas and visual direction effectively Proficiency across Adobe CC applications and other editing/motion tools A strong understanding of social media channels and how to engage with each audience through the content and style of edit and motion A basic understanding of brand and how different styles suit different voices An awareness of relevant AI tools to aid the creative and design process A solid understanding of industry trends, with a finger on the pulse of what's hot

WHAT MIGHT YOU BE WORKING ON?

Editing archive footage from the Premier League and adding motion elements to enhance the storytelling and engagement of the video Cutting and adding animated text to an interview for World Rugby to elevate the source material Vertical re-formatting and subtilling of player interviews for FIFPRO Taking part in ideation sessions for Formula E ahead of their new season and offering ideas to elevate reactive race clips

Benefits

Renowned Team Days often throughout the year Summer Away Days 23 standard days of holiday (+ 1 Birthday, +2 for a 'Big Life Event' and +1 Admin Day), closure of office over Christmas (plus Bank Holidays) Discretionary Bonus based on company performance Performance Reviews every 6 months with discretionary salary increases Private healthcare (Vitality) and/or Health Care Plan (Medicash) Mobile phone contribution Sport Challenge contribution Gym membership contribution 2x annual kit drops
Though these are the basics written down, we will principally be recruiting for energy, values and commitment - both to Two Circles and to your career.



Our recruitment process will be honest & thorough, and so will our roles. In return, we can offer honesty, integrity, and the chance to progress in the organisation as quickly as you develop within it.



Two Circles is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.