Social Video Architect [like a social video editor, but cooler] in Guildford, Surrey

NOTE: We will not be moving forward with any applicants who do not send examples of work. Please email examples to and otherwise you WILL NOT be considered.

Do you believe in the power of video to not only capture attention but to ignite action? Do you thrive in an environment where your work has the power to drive real-world impact? Are you the maestro of moments, who believes that every second of video holds the potential to tell a story, spark a movement, or change a mind? Well well well, you might just be the Social Video Architect we've been searching for.

At Bright/Shift, we’re not just looking for an editor to join our team; we’re looking for someone to elevate it. Someone whose creativity isn’t just outside the box - it’s on a completely different plane of existence.

Before we dive into the role, let’s be honest, the details around salary is one of the most important factors, so let’s not beat around the bush. We’re offering:

• £29,000 - £31,000 depending on experience (with a clear development path from day 1)
• Full-time Monday - Friday 9-5:30 (35 - 37.5 hours per week)
• Hybrid role (2-4 days in our Whitechapel office per month) we’re there every Wednesday, plus the last Friday of the month for a team social
• £400 annual budget for self-development
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• Private healthcare
• A chance to be a pivotal part of a growing team that prioritises trust, autonomy and flexibility.

The Role:

As our full-time Social Video Architect, you’ll lead our video content creation, editing ads that don’t just stand out - they leap off the screen. You’ll be crafting paid social adverts for platforms like Instagram, LinkedIn, Facebook, and YouTube. By producing high-impact ads for our diverse, mission-driven clients, you’ll play a key role in capturing attention and driving growth. Your work will be a powerful force in stopping thumbs mid-scroll and delivering meaningful results.

But here’s the twist: You won’t just be producing content; you’ll be pioneering it. Working alongside our top-tier team, you’ll leverage insights from past performance to spearhead fresh, innovative ideas that resonate on a whole new level.

What Sets You Apart:

• You have mastery of Premiere Pro and After Effects - this is non-negotiable
• You have a proven track record of creating social content that’s not just seen, but felt
• You understand the cultural nuance of each platform and know how to create content that belongs there
• You have psychological instincts around video engagement. You know exactly how to grab attention and refuse to let it go
• You can create something out of nothing - raw creative intuition is your superpower
• Willingness to lean into AI
• Photoshop and/or Figma skills are a bonus, but not a dealbreaker
• Blender and 3D skills are a bonus, but not a dealbreaker

Intro to Bright/Shift:

TLDR: We dream up, fine-tune, shoot, edit and design creative content... which just so happens to result in really effective ads for the businesses whose mission is to make the world a brighter place. Our metric? As our clients grow, the positive impact they have on the world must also grow.

In a world where every piece of content has to fight fiercely for focus, the key to growth lies in impactful content that allows you to become a signal from the noise. We’re like a creative agency but built for 2026. We exist to give the businesses whose mission is to make the world a brighter place, an unfair advantage. We only work with 12 partners at any one time to keep our work focused.

Our Values:

At the heart of Bright/Shift lies a profound belief in the transformative power of creativity as a catalyst for meaningful change. Our mission is to apply this belief to help bright businesses flourish, aiding them in scaling their operations and achieving their respective missions. We believe in ownership, which to us means excellence in our output and deep understanding of our work's context. We seek individuals who bring mastery, autonomy, and a sense of investment to their roles—because true ownership translates to work that is not only impactful but also fulfilling.

The Process:

Here’s exactly what to expect:

• Application review - We’ll go through every submission and review your work examples
• Stage 1 interview - If your work impresses us, we’ll reach out to arrange an initial conversation with our Head of Post and our deputy/senior editor.
• Creative task - Nail stage 1 and we’ll send over a short task to complete in your own time
• Final interview - We may conduct one further interview with you to tie up any further questions
• A decision will be made - We will contact you to confirm if you have been successful or not

Ready to Take the Leap? If you’re ready to create content that you’ll look back on as the pinnacle of your career, we want to hear from you. We will only be reviewing candidates who send through clear examples of their work. We are looking for examples of paid social ads, social content, narrative driven edits and work that shows examples of a range of editing techniques, motion graphics, sfx, music and diversity!