Social Video Producer

TL;DR

Social Video Producer: Creating and editing engaging short-form video content for social media platforms with an accent on driving engagement and securing brand partnerships. Focus on leveraging social media trends, managing content calendars, and fostering community interaction.

Location: Hybrid, requiring a minimum of 3 days a week in the London Bridge office, UK.

Company

hirify.global is the biggest news brand in the UK, publishing hundreds of stories a day and reaching over 170m unique users digitally every month.

What you will do

• Create and edit engaging social media content, with a strong focus on short-form video (e.g., TikToks, Instagram Reels, YouTube Shorts), including scripting, filming, and adding trending audio and text overlays and graphics.
• Manage the day-to-day social media calendar, scheduling and publishing content across platforms including Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and YouTube.
• Actively engage with the social media community, responding to comments and messages to foster a positive and interactive environment.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest social media trends, challenges, and platform updates, proactively identifying opportunities to leverage these trends.
• Assist the Social Strategy Lead in monitoring and reporting on the performance of social content, providing insights on what's working and what can be improved.
• Work closely with the wider editorial and production teams to transform long-form articles and videos into shareable social media assets.

Requirements

• Proven experience in a social media role, with a strong portfolio showcasing skills in creating and managing content for major platforms.
• Proficiency in video editing software (e.g., Adobe Premiere Pro, CapCut, or similar mobile-first editing apps).
• Deep understanding of social media platform algorithms, best practices, and the nuances of each channel.
• A natural creator with an eye for what makes content go viral, full of ideas and not afraid to experiment.
• Highly organised and capable of managing multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Genuine passion for fashion, beauty, celebrity, and lifestyle content, eager to contribute to a leading brand in the space.

Culture & Benefits

• Maternity leave up to 18 weeks full basic salary & paternity leave up to 2 weeks.
• Wide range of training available, plus full LinkedIn Learning access.
• Private medical insurance including coverage for pre-existing conditions.
• Discounted gym memberships, free ClassPass at Home, weekly virtual yoga classes, ‘Bikes for Work’ and ‘Electric Car’ scheme.
• A generous pension scheme with employer contributions of up to 5%.
• 30 days holiday, plus bank holidays and up to 4 volunteering days per year.