Video Editor

Video Editor

LOCALiQ are currently recruiting for a talented Video Editor to join our growing video production team. Working as part of a lively and collaborative team, you will support our videographers by editing and producing high-quality video content for a wide range of clients and campaigns. From initial brief through to final delivery, you'll shape raw footage into engaging, effective content that reflects each client's brand, objectives and target audience. The content you produce will be used across digital media, advertising and marketing campaigns, so a strong understanding of storytelling, pacing and audience engagement is key. This is a great opportunity for an ambitious individual looking to develop their career within a fast-paced, digital-first business, working across multiple projects and sectors. We believe the quality of our work is driven by the strength of our team, and we're proud of the culture we've built, recognised with two national honours at the UK Company Culture Awards 2026 for our commitment to employee wellbeing, leadership and a genuine people-first approach. Alongside this, you'll benefit from a competitive salary, the right equipment to succeed in a remote role, opportunities for ongoing personal development, and access to a wide range of company benefits and group-wide initiatives. Please note: this is a fully remote, home-based role. Candidates must have the right to work in the UK and be based in the North East or North West of England, in line with the wider team's location.
Key Responsibilities

Edit and produce high-quality video content using footage provided by the videography team
Interpret client briefs, scripts and concepts to deliver content aligned with brand objectives
Transform raw footage into engaging, audience-focused content across digital and marketing channels
Ensure all content is delivered on time and to a high standard, meeting agreed deadlines and budgets
Collaborate closely with videographers and the wider video team across multiple projects and regions
Contribute to creative discussions and support the development of video concepts
Manage multiple editing projects simultaneously, maintaining strong organisation and workflow management
Build positive working relationships internally and represent LOCALiQ professionally when working with clients
Skills, Knowledge & Expertise

Proven experience in video editing, ideally within a digital, media or agency environment
Strong experience using Adobe Premiere Pro or similar editing software, with colour grading capability
Good understanding of storytelling, pacing and creating engaging video content
Strong technical knowledge of video formats, editing workflows and outputs
Excellent organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects effectively
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a team
Strong communication skills, with the ability to take and apply creative feedback constructively
Understanding of digital marketing or social media content is beneficial
Experience with Adobe After Effects or other Adobe tools (audio, design, photography) is advantageous but not essential
Job Benefits

Remote Working
Competitive salary
Contributory pension
Perks and discounts with numerous retailers and organisations
Opportunities for team building and training days
25 days' paid holiday, plus statutory bank holidays
An extra day off on your birthday
Holiday purchase scheme
Structured career progression, ongoing training, and personal performance reviews
Discount vouchers
Discounted gym membership
Cycle to Work scheme
Mental health support via Lifeworks
Eye test vouchers, plus £50 towards the cost of new glasses
Annual volunteer or charity day
Staff referral scheme
Newsquest Media Group is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all community sections regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage/civil partnership status, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation. Our recruitment process will consist of various stages and activities. As part of our commitment to fairness to all applicants, we will take into account any adjustments that could help you.
About LOCALiQ

A name you can trust - we've been a part of your community for generations. LOCALiQ is the name for all that Newsquest Media Group does today, from trusted local newspapers and websites to digital marketing services that can help you reach new customers as you've never been able to before. LOCALiQ is the name that combines your trusted local news brand with digital marketing. It hasn't replaced the name of your local Newsquest newspaper and its website, but it encompasses everything we can offer. Those services include online advertising and best-in-class digital marketing, backed by data gathered from our 1.5 million local campaigns and 45 million monthly users. Put our experts to work for you, and we believe you're hiring the best marketing partner a business can have. Apply Now
Our Hiring Process

Stage 1: Applied
Stage 2: Telephone Screening Call
Stage 3: CV Review
Stage 4: First Stage Interview
Stage 5: Second Stage Interview
Stage 6: Hired
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