Media Growth Editor

Flight Story Group; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic media company in London is seeking a MEDIA GROWTH EDITOR to enhance the growth of their social channels through captivating short-form video content. The ideal candidate will possess expertise in social video editing and a keen understanding of platform-specific strategies, ensuring high engagement and performance. This role focuses on crafting content that elevates storytelling while adapting quickly to social trends, all within a vibrant team environment.

Qualifications

• Experience editing content for high-growth channels.
• Able to craft clips that capture attention within the first 3 seconds.
• Obsessed with social trends and thrive in a collaborative environment.

Responsibilities

• Drive the growth and performance of social channels through video content.
• Repurpose short-form content for various platforms.
• Establish a content engine for social growth and monetization.

Skills

Expertise in short-form social video editing and storytelling

Strong grasp of platform algorithms

Ability to analyse performance data

Job description

MEDIA GROWTH EDITOR

COMPANY : FLIGHTSTORY

REPORTING TO : DIRECTOR OF MEDIA GROWTH

ABOUT FLIGHTSTORY

FlightStory is a media and investment company, and our mission is to elevate the stories, build the communities and invest in visionary entrepreneurs contributing to a happier, healthier humanity

YOUR MISSION

To drive the growth and performance of FlightStory’s social channels by crafting, editing and optimising short-form video content that captivates audiences and fuels platform-native virality.

Sitting at the intersection of editorial creativity and data-driven strategy, this role is responsible for repurposing our short form content for different platforms, as well as turning long-form content into high-performing, revenue generating social clips across TikTok, Instagram, YouTube Shorts, Snapchat, and Facebook.

OUTCOMES

• Within 6–12 months, you will have grown FlightStory’s short-form reach across platforms significantly, consistently delivered high-impact edits that perform above benchmark, and established a repeatable content engine that feeds our social growth and monetisation goals.
• Your edits will become synonymous with FlightStory’s distinctive storytelling style and set the standard for creator-led new media.

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE

• You’re a hybrid creator–part storyteller, part strategist.
• You know how to craft a clip that grabs attention in the first 3 seconds, and you understand what drives watch time, shares, and saves.
• You can turn around several edits a day.
• You have experience editing content for high-growth channels and can blend fast-paced execution with creative excellence.
• You’re obsessed with social trends, deeply analytical, and thrive in a collaborative, fast-moving environment

WE'RE LOOKING FOR

• Expertise in short-form social video editing and storytelling with a deep understanding of pacing, structure, and emotion.
• Strong grasp of platform algorithms and best practices across TikTok, Instagram, Shorts, Facebook, and Snapchat.
• Ability to analyse performance data and quickly adapt editing strategies to improve results.

LOCATION

Shoreditch, London : We are an in-person-first culture and believe in fostering a vibrant and work environment centred around connection and community.

INTERVIEW PROCESS

Screening Process - Our screening process is designed to assess candidates in a fair way. This gives you an opportunity to share your skill, experience and passion.

Phone Call with the Talent Team - You will share a call with our talent team who will answer any questions you have about the role, our business and any next steps.

1st Interview - This first stage will involve meeting your potential manager and team members.

2nd Stage Interview - Task - Through the task round you get an insight into the day to day responsibilities of the role and we get the opportunity to understand how you work.

Final Stage Interview - The final interview involves meeting a Senior Stakeholder in the business.