Junior Video Editor | Ford

The Content Production House is a dynamic, fast-paced in-house design department responsible for creating high-quality, engaging video content for up to 18 markets and 23 languages across Europe. The post holder will be a highly organised, detail-oriented, and technically minded Junior Video Editor.

In this role, you will play a crucial part in our post-production pipeline. You will be responsible for taking translated and QA-approved content, handed over by the Translation Coordinator, and technically integrating it into master video files for delivery across all European markets. This role is a perfect blend of hands-on video editing, meticulous digital asset management, and localisation execution.

Note: This role focuses on the technical updating and delivery of localised video and digital content once translation and market feedback has been coordinated; it does not involve coordinating markets or managing translation timelines/vendors, which sit with the Translation Coordinator.

Key Responsibilities

Localisation Content Integration

• Incorporate Translations: Integrate translated, QA-approved text (received from the Translation Coordinator, translation agencies, or automated software tools) into master video files. This includes creating and formatting subtitles, on-screen text overlays, and lower thirds.
• Text Adaptation & Formatting: Adjust text layouts, font sizes, and timings to accommodate varying language lengths (e.g., handling German text expansion compared to English) while maintaining strict brand and design guidelines.
• Audio & Voiceover Syncing: Import, clean, and sync localised voiceover (VO) tracks and audio elements for different regional outputs.
• Technical Quality Control (QC): Meticulously review localised videos to confirm on-screen text matches the approved translation sheets provided by the Translation Coordinator, ensure there are no formatting errors, and confirm audio/video sync is flawless across all 23 markets.

Note: Linguistic accuracy and tone are QA'd by the Translation Coordinator prior to handover; this role QC is technical/visual - sync, formatting, rendering, and correct file application.

Post-Production & Editing Support

• Formatting Adaptations: Create version cutdowns and adapt master videos into various aspect ratios for social media and digital channels (e.g., 16:9, 9:16, 1:1, 4:5).
• Feedback & Revisions: Apply minor creative and technical edits based on feedback routed via the Translation Coordinator and/or Design Production Manager. This role does not liaise directly with regional markets to gather or negotiate feedback.
• Rendering & Exporting: Manage the rendering and exporting queue using Adobe Media Encoder, ensuring correct technical specifications, codecs, and naming conventions are applied for each market.

Digital Asset Management & File Organisation

• Project Preparation: Ingest, transcode, and organise raw footage and assets into standardised project templates.
• Folder & Server Management: Maintain a flawless, logical folder structure on shared storage networks or cloud platforms.
• Project Archiving: Manage the archiving and backup process of completed projects, ensuring all raw media, assets, and project files are safely stored and easy to retrieve for future updates.

Experience, Skills, and Qualifications

• 1 to 2 years of experience in video editing, post-production, or localisation (internships and strong portfolio/showreel work will be highly valued).
• Software Proficiency: High proficiency in Adobe Premiere Pro is essential. Familiarity with Adobe After Effects (for basic motion graphics templates and text edits) and Adobe Media Encoder.
• Localisation Workflow: A basic understanding of subtitle formats (e.g., .srt, .vtt, open/closed captions) and localisation best practices.
• Technical Knowledge: Basic understanding of video codecs, resolutions, frame rates, and social media export requirements.
• Exceptional organisational habits. Comfortable managing complex, multi-language file systems and strict naming conventions.
• An eagle eye for detail is critical - missing a single accent mark or delivering the wrong audio file to a market can impact our brand reputation.
• Strong communication skills in English (written and verbal). Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams, the Translation Coordinator, and external suppliers on technical handovers.
• Experience working in a multi-lingual, international agency, or corporate production environment.
• Familiarity with translation/localisation software or project management tools (e.g., Monday.com, Frame.io, Asana).
• Working knowledge of a second European language — advantageous for identifying translation-integration errors (e.g., mismatched text, truncation, incorrect characters) during technical QC.

Our Calex Core Values

We are looking for an individual who aligns with our company core values:

• Caring & Supportive
• Open & Honest
• Welcoming & Inclusive
• Collaborative & Inspiring
• Enjoyable & Rewarding
• Flexible & Adaptable
• Accountable & Reliable
• Healthy & Sustainable

To apply, please provide a full and up to date copy of your CV together with a covering letter detailing the skills that make you suitable for this role.

Stage 1 Virtual interviews shall take place on Tuesday 29th September.

Successful candidates shall be invited to attend a stage 2 face-to-face interview on Tuesday 6th October.

Salary & Benefits: £26,500 - £35,000 dependant on experience, plus up to 5% performance related bonus. 25 Days Annual Leave, Calex Employee Benefits Packages (Inc Private GP and Healthcare Services, High Street Discounts, Discounted Gym Memberships and on Demand 24 Hour Wellbeing Service (Counselling and Advice), Life Assurance, Pension, optional private Healthcare cover.

• Contract: Permanent / Full Time
• Working Hours: Monday to Friday / 40 hours per week
• Place of Work: Hybrid - Henry Ford Academy in Daventry

Pre-employment Checks: Calex will undertake the relevant/standard employment checks with any successful candidate. This includes contacting all nominated referees, as well as checking candidate ID, driving licence (if appropriate) and right to work in the UK. Some roles may also be subject to further pre-employment checks (confirmation will be provided through the recruitment process). The nature of this role may necessitate that we undertake a DBS check.

Employment: The successful candidate will be employed by Calex UK (www.calexuk.com).

Visa Sponsorship: Although Calex UK is on the register of Worker and Temporary Worker licensed sponsors, there is not an opportunity of sponsorship for this specific role.

Pay: £26,500.00-£35,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Canteen
• Company pension
• Free parking
• Health & wellbeing programme
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Work from home

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Daventry NN11 8NU