ABOUT US
Strathberry is one of the most exciting contemporary luxury brands to emerge from the UK in the past decade. Founded in Edinburgh and handcrafted by skilled artisans in the renowned leather workshops of Spain, the brand is defined by its minimalist design language, refined craftsmanship and its signature bar hardware. Loved by global tastemakers, celebrities and royalty, Strathberry has cultivated a fast-growing international community drawn to modern elegance, timeless design and exceptional quality.
Driven by an entrepreneurial spirit and a strong pace of growth, the brand has built a significant direct-to-consumer business and is stocked in leading global retailers including Selfridges, Liberty, Nordstrom and Neiman Marcus. The retail footprint continues to expand with flagship stores in London and Edinburgh, supported by a new in-house atelier that brings craft, sampling and repair together in one creative space. This investment in infrastructure, talent and product innovation positions Strathberry for its next chapter of global scale.
Joining Strathberry means becoming part of a dynamic, ambitious and design-led business at a pivotal moment in its evolution. This is an opportunity to contribute to a brand with a clear identity, strong momentum and a bold ambition to reimagine contemporary luxury on an international stage.
THE ROLE
Based in Edinburgh, the Video Editor & Motion Content Lead will play a central role in shaping how the brand behaves in motion across campaigns, social, digital, and cultural moments.
This role sits at the intersection of brand storytelling, editing, and content creation. You will be responsible for translating campaign worlds into emotionally resonant motion content across all touchpoints, while helping define a recognisable motion language for the brand.
We are looking for someone with strong creative instincts, refined visual taste, and a deep understanding of how luxury brands can move fluently across modern platforms without compromising distinction or integrity.
Please note: This is a full-time, permanent position based in either Edinburgh. We are currently operating a hybrid working approach with a minimum of 3 fixed days required each week working from our beautiful Townhouse in Edinburgh City Centre.
To apply please submit your CV and combined covering letter, outlining your relevant skills and experience and interest in this position by 5th June 2026. Please note that CVs submitted without a covering letter will not be considered.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Editing & Motion Direction
* Edit campaign films, brand films, launch content, and mixed-media motion projects from brief through to final delivery
* Create platform-native edits across Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, paid media, and digital channels, with a strong understanding of how storytelling and pacing shift across formats
* Translate campaign footage into elevated social and paid executions that feel culturally aware without becoming trend-led
* Develop a coherent motion language across the brand, including rhythm, pacing, sound, transitions, typography and emotional tone
* Lead colour correction and grading to maintain a consistent, premium visual standard across all motion outputs
* Explore thoughtful approaches to sound design, audio texture, and music selection as part of the storytelling process
Content Creation & Self-Shoot
* Capture self-shot video and stills content for social, product storytelling, behind-the-scenes moments, studio shoots, events, and artisan craft documentation
* Bring a strong instinct for framing, composition, light, and atmosphere, understanding the difference between documentation and image-making
* Create elevated day-to-day motion content that extends and reinforces broader campaign worlds and brand direction
* Work fluidly across planned creative shoots and more spontaneous capture moments
Social & Digital Storytelling
* Understand the nuances of storytelling across Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, Pinterest, paid social, and digital environments
* Stay attuned to shifts in visual culture, platform behaviour, and audience expectations, translating them into executions that feel relevant and on-brand
* Collaborate closely with Brand, Social and Marketing teams to ensure motion assets are creatively strong while meeting channel and performance needs
* Build adaptable motion systems and templates that allow the brand to scale content output without sacrificing quality or consistency
Creative Collaboration
* Work closely with the Art Director and wider Creative team to translate creative direction into considered motion outputs with a high level of finish
* Contribute ideas and creative thinking around how motion can strengthen campaigns, launches, storytelling, and brand moments
* Present work confidently, articulating creative decisions and contributing to review conversations
* Maintain a consistently high creative standard across all motion outputs, from major campaign moments through to everyday brand communications
Workflow & Organisation
* Manage multiple concurrent projects, timelines, and priorities across campaign and BAU activity
* Maintain organised project files, edit timelines, and motion asset libraries
* Oversee final formatting, exports, and delivery across channels and specifications
ABOUT YOU
Experience & Portfolio
* 5+ years’ experience in video editing and content creation within fashion, luxury, lifestyle, or culturally-led brands/agencies
* A portfolio demonstrating strong visual taste and storytelling across campaign films, social content, paid media, and mixed-media edits
* Experience creating both longer-form brand storytelling and short-form platform-native content
* Demonstrable self-shoot work across video and stills with a strong eye for composition, atmosphere, and narrative
Technical Skills
* Advanced proficiency in Adobe Premiere Pro and After Effects
* Strong colour grading and correction skills; DaVinci Resolve experience a plus
* Confidence working with motion graphics and typography in motion
* Comfortable shooting across mirrorless, DSLR, iPhone, and mixed-media formats
* Understanding of sound design and audio editing workflows
Creative Sensibility
* Strong understanding of brand and visual identity, with the ability to distinguish between premium and true luxury expression
* Excellent instinct for pacing, emotional storytelling, and visual rhythm
* An appreciation for craft, detail, texture, and human storytelling
* A culturally aware point of view and strong visual references across fashion, design, film, photography, and digital culture
Ways of Working
* Highly organised, proactive, and self-directed
* Comfortable balancing long-term creative thinking with fast-moving project demands
* Collaborative and generous in approach, with a desire to raise the creative standard of the wider team
* Calm under pressure with strong attention to detail and finish
* Invested in building distinctive, emotionally resonant brand work
WHAT WE OFFER
* The opportunity to help shape the next phase of growth for a distinctive luxury brand.
* A creative, entrepreneurial and supportive working environment.
* Competitive salary with performance related incentives.
* Significant visibility and influence within a fast scaling international business.
* Clear pathways for personal and professional growth.
Interested?
To apply please submit your CV and combined covering letter, outlining your relevant skills and experience and interest in this position by 5th June 2026. Please note that CVs submitted without a covering letter will not be considered.