Sobre esta vaga de Social Videographer/Editor na John Lewis Partnership
ABOUT THE ROLE
Here at the John Lewis Partnership, we are looking for two Social Videographer-Editors to join us as we expand the team.These key roles are the technical execution powerhouse within the Social Content Team. Reporting to the Social Content Art Director, your role is key to capturing both high-quality and low-fi social first footage to develop professional-grade edits produced in highly engaging, social-first video content that commands attention and drives a deep connection with our audiences across our social platforms, such as Meta and TikTok
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You will focus on the technical craft of visual storytelling - combining expert camera work, advanced post-production, and a native understanding of social platform dynamics to turn creative concepts into social-first assets for both paid and organic usage. In addition to your contractual pay, any time worked between 22:00 - 06:00 will attract Night Premium at a rate of £4.75 per hour. This will also apply to existing Partners who have enrolled onto Enhanced Hours Premium arrangements.
Salary Band is £36,000K to £56,900K
Expected salary up to - We are looking for candidates up to £50K, depending on the experience you would bring to the role
Contract type - These positions are permanent contracts
Working pattern/flexible working - The Partnership has adopted a hybrid working approach, meaning you'll be able to work a mixture between the office and home based upon your personal needs, whilst balancing the needs of the business. We typically aim for around three days a week in the office for collaboration and attendance of key meetings.
Location - This role is based at our London Head Office campus in Pimlico. However, there will be travel to create content.
Next Steps - The application process requires you to upload a recent portfolio/examples of your work, as well as your CV and answers to the application questions. An initial shortlist will be invited to a virtual Portfolio review. If successful, at this stage a final shortlist will then be invited to attend a formal interview, where you will be required to present a small project that will be provided to you in advance.
Key responsibilities
In this role, you will leverage advanced videography expertise—mastering mirrorless/DSLR cameras, manual exposure, studio/field lighting, and multi-channel audio—to craft compelling visual content. You will drive fast-paced post-production using Adobe Premiere Pro and create dynamic motion graphics and visual effects in After Effects, with a strong focus on vertical formats (9:16), pacing, and scroll-stopping visual hooks. Working closely with creative leads, you will rapidly translate feedback into polished edits while maintaining exceptional file organisation and project structure for seamless collaboration. Additionally, you will apply strategic insights across TikTok, Meta, and Pinterest to optimise assets for both organic and paid social placements.
Essential skills/experience you’ll need
Proven experience as a social-first videographer and editor within a fast-paced creative environment.
A technical portfolio or showreel showcasing exceptional camera work, sharp editing pacing, and motion graphics capability tailored specifically for social formats.
Hands-on mastery of software, such as Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects, Final Cut Pro, and/or other complementary software.
Proven experience managing, maintaining, and troubleshooting professional camera, lighting, and audio equipment.
Ability to thrive under the pressure of tight deadlines and the fast-moving nature of social media channels.
Desirable skills/experience you may have
Experience working in a multi-disciplinary team alongside Producers, Art Directors, and dedicated Content Creators.
Background creating video content within the retail, fashion, home, or lifestyle sectors.
Understanding of native in-app editing features to complement professional software workflows.
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Closing Date:
September 19, 2026
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London Central Office, 1 Drummond Gate, London, , SW1V 2QQABOUT THE PARTNERSHIP
We’re the largest employee owned business in the UK and home of our cherished brands, John Lewis and Waitrose. We’re not just employees, we’re Partners, driven by our purpose to build a happier world. As we look to our future, there’s never been a more exciting time to join us.
We’re ruthlessly focused on being brilliant at retail. We continue to innovate, adapt and diversify. Never Knowingly Undersold on price, quality and service in John Lewis and passionately serving food-lovers in Waitrose.
As Partners we all share the responsibility of ownership and in its rewards. We use our voices to contribute to our success, working together through the good and challenging times, holding true to our behaviours and treating everyone with kindness and respect.
We all own making the Partnership somewhere we belong. Embracing our differences and creating an environment where we’re free to be ourselves and can THRIVE. Growing ourselves individually, and as a collective.
As Partners, we make all the difference. And, we all own it.
Important points to note:
It’s important to note that some of our roles are subject to pre-employment vetting (which may include DBS checks for successful candidates). If required, you’ll be informed and provided with information about vetting during the recruitment process and we encourage you to complete any vetting documents quickly to avoid delays. Any DBS checks required will be carried out by a third-party registered body and financial probity checks may also be required for some of our roles.
We also recommend that you apply as soon as possible as vacancies can close early if we see a high number of applicants.
We want all of our Partners to have a good work-life balance and we support flexible working. This might mean flexible or compressed hours, job sharing or shorter hour contracts, where possible. Please discuss this further with the hiring manager during your interview.
