not just a shop product open call
Our not just a shop open call is now open for submissions from all current UAL students, graduates and alumni! not just a shop sells a wide range of gifts, cards and wrapping paper, exclusively made by UAL students and graduates. Makers can apply through one of two routes for the opportunity to be stocked in our online and retail shops. Deadline: 2 March 2026

Short-Form Content Editor

Salary £15 per hour
Hours Approx. 5–10 hours per week, flexible depending on content schedule.
Location Online
Closing Date 01 June 2026
Position Type Freelance
Advert expires on 01 June 2026

Main Duties

  • Edit short-form video content for TikTok, Instagram Reels, and YouTube Shorts
  • Cut and assemble performance clips, cover videos, and behind-the-scenes content
  • Add captions, subtitles, and text hooks optimised for social media engagement
  • Perform basic colour grading and sound balancing
  • Create fast-paced, attention-grabbing edits that retain viewer attention
  • Help identify the strongest 5–30 second moments from longer performance footage
  • Format videos correctly for vertical (9:16) platforms
  • Assist with content scheduling and posting
  • Maintain organised file management for video assets
  • Collaborate creatively on ways to make content more engaging or viral

Please send:
• examples of edits
• your Instagram / TikTok
• your rate

Based in London preferred.

Skills and Experience Required

  • Strong editing ability using Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro, or CapCut
  • Understanding of short-form content trends on TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube
  • Ability to create clean captions and engaging on-screen text
  • Basic colour correction and audio balancing
  • Strong sense of timing, pacing, and storytelling
  • Ability to work quickly and independently
  • Interest in music, live performance, and artist content
  • Good organisational skills for managing multiple video files
  • A creative eye for visual aesthetics and audience engagement

Bonus (but not essential)

  • Experience editing music or performance content
  • Understanding of social media algorithms and engagement tactics
  • Ability to create thumbnails, cover frames, or simple graphics
  • Experience with After Effects or motion graphics

Disability Confident Employer

We can confirm that we are a Disability Confident Employer (Level 1-3) who can welcome a wide-range of disabled applicants within our level of training.

Equal Opportunities Statement

We are an Equal Opportunities Employer and welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds, regardless of their race, disability, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion and belief, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity and caring responsibility. We are committed to offering a working environment where everyone is valued and feels appreciated.