Social Content Videographer/Editor Lead at Core

Dublin, Leinster, Ireland -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

06 Sep, 26

Salary

50000.0

Posted On

08 Jun, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Videography, Video Editing, Social Media Content Creation, Premiere Pro, After Effects, TikTok Content Strategy, Instagram Content Strategy, YouTube Content Strategy, Sound Design, Color Grading, Lighting, Audio Recording, Storytelling, Mentoring, Performance Metrics Analysis, Client Relationship Management

Industry

Advertising Services

Description

The Role OVERVIEW The Social Content Videographer / Editor Lead is responsible for delivering high-quality, social-first video content across client brands, combining creative execution with strong platform understanding to produce work that is native, engaging and performance-driven. This role operates across the full spectrum of modern social content — from lo-fi, reactive creator-style execution to more structured mid-fi branded production. It requires a balance of craft, speed and judgement, with the ability to adapt approach based on platform, audience and objective. At Core, content is not created in isolation. It is built to travel, perform and scale, supported by media, data and audience insight. This role plays a key part in ensuring that output meets that standard, contributing not only to how content is produced, but also to what should be made and why. As the social offering continues to grow, this role will also contribute to developing internal capability, supporting and mentoring others while helping to elevate the overall standard of videography and editing across the team. This position offers the opportunity to work across high-profile brands, shaping how content is created and delivered at scale, and contributing to a more integrated, performance-led social offering. Responsibilities CREATES THE FUTURE • Deliver high-quality, social-first video content across TikTok, Instagram, YouTube and emerging platforms • Balance lo-fi, reactive execution with more considered mid-fi production depending on brief and objective • Capture high-quality footage across multiple environments, including studio, on-location and creator-led shoots • Plan and execute shoots effectively, including shot lists, lighting, audio and setup • Edit content to a high standard, applying pacing, hooks, captions, sound design and grading to maximise attention and retention • Continuously improve output by testing new formats, tools and creative approaches CONNECTS WITH AUDIENCES / CLIENTS • Create content that is platform-native, ensuring it aligns with audience behaviours and expectations • Collaborate with strategists and creatives on ideas, formats and storytelling approaches • Contribute to content that is culturally relevant, timely and aligned with brand tone of voice • Work closely with internal teams to deliver integrated, high-quality campaigns • Respond effectively to feedback from clients and internal stakeholders, adapting output as required MANAGES THE BUSINESS • Deliver content consistently against agreed timelines, briefs and production requirements • Ensure all output is optimised for performance, with a clear understanding of engagement and retention metrics • Maintain a high level of accuracy and attention to detail across all content deliverables • Manage editing workflows efficiently to support volume and speed without compromising quality • Contribute to performance-driven thinking by aligning content delivery with campaign objectives INSPIRES THE TEAM • Support and mentor junior videographers and editors as the team grows • Share knowledge, tools and best practice to elevate overall team capability • Contribute to improving workflows, processes and production standards • Help drive a collaborative, high-performing team culture • Play an active role in raising the overall quality and consistency of content output across the team Your profile Experience • 3–5 years’ experience creating social-first video content • Experience in an agency, freelance or brand environment • Strong portfolio demonstrating both lo-fi/creator-style and mid-fi branded work • Advanced experience with Premiere Pro; working knowledge of After Effects or similar Person Specification • Be a confident communicator • Be able to demonstrate an understanding and knowledge of current advertising theory and the application of this knowledge in day-to-day work • Excellent interpersonal skills – ability to build strong relationships with clients • Display the ability to think creatively and innovatively • Possess good presentation skills – assist in presenting insights to clients • Good listener - ability to understand client’s objectives • Exceptional attention to detail • Understands the importance of upskilling • Can think on their feet to make the right decision quickly • Be responsive to requests WHAT MAKES SUCCESS IN THIS ROLE Success in this role is defined by the ability to consistently deliver high-quality, platform-native content that performs, while contributing to creative direction and supporting the growth of team capability. A strong performer will not only execute content effectively, but will influence what is created, how it is produced, and how it evolves to meet changing audience behaviours and platform demands. Why us? What’s in it for you? Work your way – enjoy flexible, hybrid working that fits around your life Never stop growing – 24/7 access to LinkedIn Learning, plus clear career progression and mentoring support Variety that excites – collaborate with an incredible mix of clients across sport, retail, food & drink, alcohol, insurance, banking and more Grow with us – real opportunities to develop and progress within the business Time to recharge – 21 days annual leave, your birthday off, Christmas closure days, and early finishes on bank holiday Fridays Balance matters – a culture that genuinely supports work–life balance People-first perks – employee referral programme and family-focused benefits, including paid maternity & paternity leave, fertility support, pregnancy loss leave, and a maternity phase-back programme Your wellbeing, covered – access to mental health and wellbeing programmes, plus paid health insurance for you and your dependents under 18 Plan for the future – professional financial advice, contributory pension, and life assurance Be part of something bigger – join our D&I, CSR, Green, Social or Great Place to Work committees and even earn an extra day’s leave for making an impact And plenty more along the way… Salary Range €40,000-€50,000 DOE About us Core is Ireland's largest marketing communications company with over 400 people working across the key areas of marketing communications - research, data science, strategy, planning, creative development and implementation. We are now a collective of nine practices, working towards a single purpose - to expand the possibilities of what brands can achieve. At Core, we believe that change can move us forward and compel us towards new possibilities. Our wonderful people are at the centre of our success. It is essential that we keep building a high-trust working environment that supports our people and enables them to flourish. There is no magic formula for becoming a great place to work. Instead, it involves working together, through constant change, to match the personal dreams and ambitions of our people with the aspirations of the organisation. Over the years, we have cemented our position as a great place to work, with 2025 being voted 8 Best Large Workplace in Ireland. Additionally, we are recognised as a Best Workplace for Women, and Best Workplace for Health & Wellbeing. 2025 was our best year yet, and we're excited to have you join us and our continued success.

Responsibilities

Lead the production of high-quality, social-first video content across various platforms, balancing lo-fi creator styles with mid-fi branded production. Collaborate with strategists to ensure content is performance-driven and mentor junior team members to elevate overall production standards.