At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead video production and editing teams to create engaging social-first content.
- Company: Award-winning London-based creative agency focused on social media.
- Benefits: Flexible working, free snacks, wellness support, and personal development opportunities.
- Other info: Inclusive culture with a commitment to diverse perspectives and collaboration.
- Why this job: Join a dynamic team and shape the future of social-first video content.
- Qualifications: Experience in video production and strong storytelling skills required.
The predicted salary is between 45000 - 55000 £ per year.
About Uncovered
Uncovered is an award-winning, London-based social-first creative agency founded in 2017.
Social sits at the heart of everything we do.
About Uncovered
Uncovered is an award-winning, London-based social-first creative agency founded in 2017.
Social sits at the heart of everything we do.
From strategy to production, our team is fluent in the language of social, with a deep understanding of culture, platforms and the audiences that shape them.
Working with a diverse portfolio of brands, we uncover what makes each one distinctive and create ideas built for where attention lives today.
Our approach is rooted in social-first fundamentals: real people, real stories and video-first creativity.
We create at the speed of social; strategising, ideating, designing and producing through our team of in-house strategists, creatives, art directors, copywriters, producers, editors and videographers.
We test, learn and iterate in real time, delivering end-to-end solutions from creative strategy through to production, reporting and analytics.
Named Campaign's Social Media Agency of the Year in 2026, Uncovered has become one of the UK's fastest-growing creative agencies, driven by a simple ambition: to build the best social-first creative agency in the world.
Today, as part of LBG Media, we combine independent creative thinking with unrivalled social insight and cultural influence to help brands create work that earns attention and drives meaningful impact.
Our culture is as important as our creative.
We believe the best ideas come from diverse perspectives, collaborative thinking and an environment where people can do the best work of their careers.
With women representing around 60% of our leadership team, we're committed to building an inclusive, ambitious culture where talent is nurtured, creativity thrives and everyone has the opportunity to make a difference.
The Role
The Video & Edit Director is responsible for overseeing and elevating Uncovered’s video and post-production output across all clients and campaigns.
This role sits across both Video and Edit functions, ensuring work is creatively strong, platform-native and operationally efficient at a high volume.
They will provide creative direction, quality control and strategic oversight across shoots, edits and wider content production.
The Video & Edit Director combines strong creative instincts with a deep understanding of how social-first video content is captured, structured and edited to perform across platforms.
Editing experience and oversight is a key requirement.
Responsibilities
- Video & Edit Leadership
- Oversee creative standards and output across Video and Edit teams
- Ensure content is platform-native, engaging and socially effective
- Provide quality assurance and creative feedback across projects
- Support teams in balancing quality, pace and delivery
- Social First Content Development
- Champion best practice in social-first filming and editing
- Ensure strong understanding of pacing, hooks, storytelling and retention within short-form content
- Support the development of content formats across Tik Tok, Instagram, Shorts and You Tube
- Bring new creative approaches, references and platform behaviours into the agency
- Team & Workflow Management
- Mentor and support videographers and editors across the department
- Help improve systems, workflows and collaboration between teams
- Support resource planning and operational efficiency
- Cross Department Collaboration
- Collaborate closely with Creative, Strategy and Production teams from briefing through to delivery
- Ensure production and post-production considerations are embedded early into campaign development
- Support pitches and proactive creative opportunities where required
Qualifications & Experience
- Strong experience leading video and post-production teams within a social-first agency, publisher or production environment
- Proven experience delivering high-performing social-first video content at scale
- Strong understanding of short-form social storytelling and editing principles
- Experience across both shoot and edit environments
- Experience with You Tube and longer-form content is desirable
Key Skills & Attributes
- Deep understanding of social-first video production and editing
- Strong creative judgement and storytelling instincts
- Excellent understanding of pacing, hooks and audience retention
- Strong leadership and communication skills
- Organised, proactive and solutions focused mindset
- Collaborative approach across creative, production and client teams
Benefits
- Hybrid and Flexible working (Monday & Friday work from home)
- Free Breakfast, Snacks & Drinks
- Pension Scheme
- Friday 3pm Finish
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- SPILL Therapy Support
- Monthly Wellness Fund
- Eye Care Allowance
- £500 Referral Scheme
- Personal Development Day
- Dental Health Plan
- 12 Month Season Ticket / Travel Loan
Uncovered Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
We strive to be a diverse workforce, where all can thrive and belong.
Uncovered is committed to forming a team that includes and respects a variety of voices, identities, backgrounds, experiences and perspectives.
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Video & Edit Director employer: Uncovered
Uncovered is an exceptional employer that champions creativity and inclusivity in the heart of London. With a commitment to nurturing talent and fostering a collaborative work culture, employees benefit from flexible working arrangements, personal development opportunities, and a supportive environment that encourages innovative thinking. As part of a rapidly growing agency recognised for its social-first approach, team members can thrive while making a meaningful impact on diverse brands.
