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Footballco is looking for a creative and accomplished video editor who is passionate about long-form and short-form video which is optimised for audience engagement.Our ever-growing team is constantly innovating with new video formats to share daily across our vast audiences on key platforms and we’re looking for a video editor who wants to be at the forefront of that.The successful applicant will play an important role in the creation of regular, repeatable formats, and ensuring that the work we do adheres to the highest standards to make sure that we are consistent as well as compelling.The person we are looking for is immersed in social media and across the latest trends in video production and editing. You will be part of a team that lives for football and operates to its calendar so excellent communication and planning skills are also essential.Skills & ExperienceExcellent knowledge and experience of using Adobe Premiere Pro.Desired knowledge of Photoshop and After Effects.An understanding of the specific requirements of platforms such as YouTube, TikTok, Instagram and Snapchat.Impeccable collaboration skills to work with our audience development team but also the Footballco network.Capable of quick turnarounds, with multiple projects on your plate at any given moment.Understand brand guidelines and correct application of assets.Effective communicator and team player who will collaborate with our producers and editors to create compelling work.A keen interest in industry trends and remaining ahead of the game.Attention to detail that vets not just your own work but those of your colleagues and makes small improvements to it, day in and day out.Relevant university degree, equivalent qualification or experience working in social media, video production, or another relevant multimedia field.Personal AttributesResourcefulness: how do we solve problems? How do we improve every piece of work?Time management: we have plenty of projects on the go—can you prioritise effectively?Team player: our best content involves many people’s contributions—can you invite others to help you on yours, and can you add something to someone else’s?Innovation: Platforms and styles change—can you change with them?Precision: Do you check your work thoroughly to eliminate errors? Can you meet the deadlines that sometimes come with working in a demanding environment?ResponsibilitiesEditing, planning, and developing video formats of your own for others to work with and executeProject management and schedulingProofreading subtitles and video content, and shaping scripts for videos.Collaborating with people beyond the in-house team, whether it’s procuring and working with third party assets, or leaning on the wider Footballco network.Could you please apply with examples of your work on platforms such as YouTube and TikTokWhat is Footballco?Footballco is the world’s biggest dedicated football content and media business. Reaching more than 400m football fans across the world each month, and with a growing roster of brands including Goal, Voetbalzone, and Spox, no one else has our reach or depth of understanding within the game. With over 300 employees globally, we’re a young company with some established brands and serious investment behind us. Our future starts now…