Social Video Editor

Our Content and Digital Department are responsible for delivering outstanding coverage that resonates with our fans across multiple emerging platforms through creative and engaging content.

Working with a dynamic and fast-paced environment, the post-holder will work alongside the wider Social and Video Team to help ideate and create world-class content – specifically as it pertains to emerging platforms (TikTok, Reels).

2. The Role

We are seeking a pro-active and creative Social Video Editor to boost engagement and growth across our vertical media platforms such as TikTok, Instagram Reels and YouTube shorts.

You will create, edit and publish short-form video content video that captures key moments, highlights and delivers value to our fans in real time whilst ensuring all content quality is both industry leading and consistent. You will also utilise mobile devices and camera equipment to record and capture unique and authentic footage.

Covering the First Team, you will play a pivotal role in pitching, developing and executing your creative ideas through video and storytelling aligning with the club’s brand and tone.

You will assist with matchday coverage and special events to create in-the-moment content that generates commercial value for our fans and amplifying fan engagement.

3. The Person

You will have a strong understanding of social media metrics and best practices for vertical video platforms as well as the ability to spot trends and develop unique content ideas. You will need experience in mobile video recording, camera equipment sues and exceptional video editing within Adobe Suite (Premier Pro, After Effects).

With a ‘can-do’ attitude, we are seeking an innovative, forward-thinking and dedicated individual with excellent attention to detail and an eye for making our content stand out on a global stage and bringing your ideas to life!

You must have previous experience in creating, developing and executing social media video content, ideally within a sports or entertainment setting.

You must also be available to work flexibly as this role will require you to work evenings and weekends and hold a full UK driving licence.

4. Why join us?

There has never been a better time to join us, we are celebrating our 150th anniversary, showcasing Aston Villa Football Club in all its glory to a global audience, and are determined to continue our growing success, both on and off the pitch. We currently offer a range of fantastic benefits* including:

• Offers on tickets for Men and Women’s matches (subject to match and ticketing arrangements)

• Pension scheme

• Employee Assistance Programme

• Free staff breakfast and lunches

• Club Shop discount

• Adidas discount

• Travel discount

• Death in service benefit

• Free Will writing

• Free eye tests

• Mobile network discounts

• Gym discount
• Please note these are subject to change at any time

As part of your application, please ensure you upload your CV and Cover Letter.

For further information, the Role Profile and to apply please go to careers.avfc.co.uk/jobs

Right to Close Vacancy Posting Early

The Club reserves the right to close any advertised vacancies earlier than the advertised closing date if sufficient applications have been received.

Equality Statement

Aston Villa Football Club celebrates the diversity of its Club and embrace equal opportunities for all.

We welcome applications from all candidates regardless of age, race, disability, gender reassignment, pregnancy and maternity, ****** orientation, marriage and civil partnership, *** and religion or belief.

Safeguarding Statement

Aston Villa Football Club is fully committed to safeguarding children and adults at risk across our Club. As such, we adhere to Safer Recruitment processes and for some roles a satisfactory enhanced disclosure via the Disclosure & Barring Service may be required prior to starting in a role at the Club. For more information, please see Aston Villa Football Club | The official club website | AVFC – Safeguarding

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