Video Editor in sport agency
Location: Chiswick W4, London (Hybrid, minimum 3 days in the office)
Type: Full-time
Start: Immediate – June 2026
About 16K Agency
16K Agency is a London-based creative and social media agency specialising in Formula 1 and motorsport content. We work with leading brands across F1 including high-end brands, sponsors, teams, and drivers to produce high-impact, fast-turnaround content for social and digital platforms.
Founded between Stockholm and Melbourne, we operate globally across some of the world’s biggest sporting events. Our work is built on speed, creativity, and delivering standout content in high‑pressure environments.
The Role
We’re looking for a highly skilled Video Editor to join our team — someone who can take raw footage and turn it into best‑in‑class social content.
This role is ideal for an editor who understands pacing, storytelling, and platform‑first content. You’ll be responsible for crafting engaging, high‑quality videos across a variety of projects – from race weekend recaps to brand campaigns and social‑first content, getting involved from start to finish.
While the role is primarily pre and post‑production focused, there will be some opportunities to support shoots and travel to events where needed.
What You’ll Be Doing
Editing & Post-Production
* Edit high-impact video content for social and digital platforms (Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, etc.)
* Shape narratives from raw footage into engaging, platform‑optimised content
* Apply colour grading, sound design, and motion elements to elevate final output
* Work quickly and efficiently on fast‑turnaround edits, especially during race weekends
Creative Execution
* Collaborate with creative, social, and production teams to bring ideas to life
* Contribute to storytelling approaches, pacing, and structure
* Adapt edits based on platform trends and client objectives
Content Optimisation
* Tailor edits for different platforms, formats, and audiences
* Stay up to date with editing trends, formats, and emerging styles
* Ensure all content is aligned with brand guidelines and performance goals
Workflow & Delivery
* Manage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting tight deadlines
* Handle feedback rounds efficiently and implement revisions to a high standard
* Maintain organised project files and post-production workflows
What We’re Looking For
Experience
* 4+ years in video editing, ideally within a fast‑paced agency or content environment
* Strong portfolio showcasing high‑quality, social‑first video content
Technical Skills
* Advanced proficiency in Adobe Premiere Pro or Davinci
* Strong working knowledge of After Effects
* Experience with colour grading, sound design, and post workflows
* Understanding of editing for social platforms (formats, pacing, hooks, etc.)
Creative
* Strong sense of storytelling, timing, and rhythm and good eye for detail, composition, and overall visual quality
Organisation
* Comfortable managing multiple edits and deadlines simultaneously
* Strong file management and workflow discipline
Bonus
* Motion graphics / animation / VFX experience
* Experience within Formula 1, motorsport, sport, or luxury brands
* Videography skills
* On‑set experience or understanding of production workflows
Benefits
* Collaborative and highly creative team
* Opportunity for international travel
* Private health insurance (Vitality)
* Standard UK leave and pension
* Birthday day off
* Hybrid working
* Bike & tech scheme
* Fast-growing, ambitious agency environment
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