Video Editor & Videographer

Main Duties

Looking for a creative and reliable Video Editor & Videographer to support our live comedy shows and a variety of freelance projects. Comedy Freaks runs weekly stand-up comedy nights across Kings Cross and Camden.

We need someone who is a “Final Cut Pro X Mastermind” to handle our existing workflow and who is comfortable shooting high-quality content on-site. This role involves working on Comedy Freaks content, various comedy projects, and external comedy and non-comedy related retainer clients (including food and sports content).

Key Responsibilities:

• Post-Production: Editing complex multicam comedy shows, sketches, and podcasts using Final Cut Pro.
• Social Content: Creating high-performing short-form content and Meta Ads for various platforms.
• On-Site Videography: Setting up and filming at our London venues and other locations using Sony camera systems.
• Client Delivery: Managing edits, ensuring content is delivered to a high standard.
• Workflow Management: Organising footage and maintaining a clean, efficient video workflow system.
• Initiative: Using your own creative judgement to improve edits and solve technical issues on the fly.

Skills and Experience Required

• Software Expertise: Extensive experience with Final Cut Pro X is essential.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in operating Sony cameras and basic lighting/audio setups.
• Versatility: Able to adapt your editing style between comedy, sports, and commercial content.
• Reliability: Capable of working to tight deadlines and managing multiple projects independently.
• Based in London: Easy access to our Kings Cross and Camden venues for shoot days.
• Portfolio: A proven track record of high-quality video work (experience with social media content or comedy is a bonus).

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.