Junior Video Editor
Manchester
Salary: £28,000 – £35,000
Hybrid 3 days in-office p/week
Forward Role are currently searching on behalf of a leading luxury womenswear brand in Manchester, who are looking for a Junior Video Editor with a passion for digital storytelling and paid social campaigns. If you're looking to develop your craft within a supportive environment and contribute to high-performing video content across digital, web, and social channels, this could be your next step.
About the Role
You’ll be joining a collaborative creative department, working alongside graphic designers, paid media experts, and external production partners to edit and deliver engaging, high-quality video content. From homepage visuals to thumb-stopping social ads, you’ll help shape the visual identity of standout campaigns across multiple platforms for this luxury retail brand.
Key Responsibilities
* Edit and deliver high-quality, on-brand video content for paid social, digital ads, homepage banners, and web
* Create optimised video ads for platforms including Meta (Facebook/Instagram), Pinterest, Google PPC, and more
* Collaborate with creative, retouching, and paid media teams to execute and refine video concepts
* Adapt and rework footage from external production teams
* Manage multiple edits and feedback loops efficiently
* Contribute to ideation and visual storytelling across various channels
* Assist with light graphic design tasks where needed – static assets, overlays, etc.
Ideal Experience
* 1–3 years’ hands-on experience in video editing (agency or in-house)
* Proficient in video editing software: Adobe Premiere Pro, DaVinci Resolve, and CapCut
* Bonus: Experience with Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator), or interest in graphic design / retouching
* Understanding of video requirements for different platforms – e.g. aspect ratios, durations, and content styles for Instagram Reels, TikTok, YouTube, etc.
* A keen eye for detail, great communication skills, and confidence working in a hybrid creative/marketing environment
Perks & Benefits
* Salary: £28,000 – £35,000 depending on experience
* 33 days annual leave (incl. bank holidays)
* Hybrid working: 3 days in the office (Wednesdays & Fridays required)
* Flexible hours: 8–4 / 9–5, with a flexible lunch break
* Private medical insurance
* Employee discounts & perks scheme
* Friendly, fast-growing team with plenty of scope for progression (e.g. retouching, motion graphics, design)
Apply now to learn more about the client, team, and what makes this such a rewarding next step for a rising Video Editor.