Your Role: Video Editor & Shooter, Capital
We're looking for a talented video editor who lives and breathes YouTube to work across Capital’s new video formats. You’ll understand the difference between a video people watch and a video people can't stop watching. You'll be obsessed with making video content: nailing the hook, building tension and pace, and injecting personality into every edit.
You'll work across Capital’s YouTube video formats, from big artist interviews to format-led entertainment series; shaping raw footage into polished, high-performing videos that feel unmistakably Capital.
This is primarily an editing role where you’ll also provide support during the shooting and ideation of the content.
Editing & Post-Production (60%)
Edit original content for YouTube and social platforms, maintaining Capital's tone, pacing and brand identity.
Identify standout moments from long-form recordings for compelling short-form clips, planning for them at the scripting stage.
Collaborate with the Capital digital team and YouTube Channel Manager on thumbnails, titles and cold opens that maximise clicks and watch time.
Subtitle all video content to platform standards.
Respond to notes and feedback from Channel Managers and Content Leads, iterating quickly and effectively.
Use analytics and audience insights to continuously refine edits, test new approaches and share performance learnings with the wider team.
Shooting & Production (20%)
Shoot video content across a range of formats, from studio recordings to live moments and on-location shoots.
Demonstrate a strong understanding of framing, lighting and camera operation to capture high-quality footage.
Work closely with producers and presenters on set to ensure the right material is captured for post-production.
Adapt quickly across different production environments, from high-production shoots to fast-turnaround social content.
Creative Ideation & Support (20%)
Contribute to creative brainstorms, bringing an editor's perspective on what works visually and structurally.
Monitor trends, cultural moments and platform behaviour to pitch ideas that drive views and engagement.
Support producers in developing formats and storytelling approaches that are built to perform in the edit.
Help research and shape scripts and interview structures with a YouTube-first, retention-focused mindset.
Think Big: Shape the look and feel of content seen by millions across one of the UK's biggest entertainment brands.
Own It: Take raw footage through to polished, platform-ready output, and see your edits drive real results.
Keep It Simple: Focus on sharp cuts, strong hooks and formats that hold attention.
Better Together: Work closely with producers, presenters and digital teams to make content that genuinely stands out.
In your first few months, you’ll have:
Edited some of our biggest formats and shows, with several hit videos under your belt.
Grown views and engagement across our YouTube and social channels.
Followed and refined our edit style across video formats.
Embedded smoothly into workflows and communicated effectively across teams.
Used performance data to shape content decisions and drive measurable growth.
Familiarity with Capital video output, audience and voice.
A deep interest in pop culture and internet culture.
Strong editing experience in Adobe Premiere Pro & After Effects, with the ability to create static assets in Photoshop or Canva.
A storytelling mindset with a deep understanding of YouTube viewing behaviour and audience retention.
Strong editorial judgment about what's right for the brand, talent and audience.
Experience publishing and scheduling on socials, and optimising content using analytics.
Confidence contributing creative ideas and collaborating across teams.
Flexible, a great communicator, and a good sense of humour.