Video Editor
About Ogilvy
Ogilvy, part of WPP, has been creating impact for brands through iconic, culture-changing, value-driving ideas since the company was founded by David Ogilvy 75 years ago. It builds on that rich legacy through Borderless Creativity – innovating at the intersections of its advertising, public relations, relationship design, consulting, and health capabilities with experts collaborating seamlessly across over 120 offices in nearly 90 countries. Ogilvy currently ranks as the #1 global agency network for creative excellence and effectiveness by WARC, signifying its ability to deliver creative solutions that drive unreasonable impact for clients and communities. Ogilvy is a WPP company (NYSE: WPP). For more information, visit Ogilvy.com, and follow us on LinkedIn, X, Instagram, and Facebook.
About WPP
WPP is the trusted growth partner for the world’s leading brands. We unite cutting-edge media intelligence and data solutions, world-class creativity, next-generation production, transformative enterprise solutions and expert strategic counsel in a single company – powered by exceptional talent and our agentic marketing platform, WPP Open, to help our clients navigate change, capture opportunity and deliver transformational growth. For more information, visit WPP.com.
About Ogilvy
Ogilvy was founded in 1948 by David Ogilvy. David created a culture that deeply respects and cares about its people and clients. Our mission is to inspire people and brands to make an impact and we are committed to attracting, growing, and retaining the best talent in the industry.
About the Role
We are seeking a highly skilled and creative Video Editor to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate is a passionate storyteller with a keen eye for detail and a deep understanding of video editing techniques. You will be responsible for crafting compelling video content for a variety of platforms, working on projects for some of the world's most iconic brands.
What You’ll Do
- Edit video footage to create engaging and impactful narratives, ensuring alignment with the creative brief and client objectives.
- Collaborate closely with creative directors, copywriters, art directors, and other team members throughout the production process.
- Perform post-production tasks, including color correction, audio mixing, sound design, and adding special effects.
- Work with various video formats and resolutions, optimizing content for different platforms (e.g., social media, broadcast, web).
- Maintain a strong understanding of industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in video editing.
- Manage project timelines and deadlines effectively, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality work.
- Conduct thorough quality control checks to identify and resolve any technical issues or errors.
- Participate in creative brainstorms and contribute innovative ideas to enhance video content.
- Maintain organized project files and adhere to established workflows.
What You’ll Need
- Bachelor’s degree in film, Video Production, or a related field preferred.
- Proven experience as a video editor, preferably in an agency setting.
- Strong proficiency in industry-standard editing software (e.g., Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects).
- Experience with motion graphics and animation.
- Excellent visual storytelling skills and a strong understanding of pacing, rhythm, and composition.
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a fast-paced team environment.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- A reel showcasing your best work is required. Specify how to submit reel (e.g., link in application, online portfolio)
- Knowledge of different video codecs and compression techniques.
- Familiarity with audio editing and mixing software.
How We’ll Support You
Ogilvy celebrates its people. Fully. Enthusiastically. Unhesitatingly. We’ll empower you with the tools you’ll need to succeed. We’ll give you the autonomy to seek out new paths and better ways of doing things. We’ll support you with colleagues who are experts in their disciplines, drawn from across the Ogilvy network. And we’ll provide opportunities for you to do work of which you’ll be proud, with people you’ll be proud to call your teammates.
At Ogilvy, our people are at the heart of what we do: a creative agency that sparks game-changing ideas across culture and business through collaboration, integrity, and a celebration of self-expression.
We believe in building powerful teams with purpose - and we relentlessly curate transformative initiatives that make our commitment to fairness, and equity a reality.
Our ultimate mission is to leave a positive impact on the world, creating a better future for all, while supporting and uplifting the global communities we serve. This is central to our mantra of Borderless Creativity.
Ogilvy is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without discrimination or regard to particular characteristics. We are committed to fostering a culture of respect in which everyone feels they belong and has the same opportunities to progress in their careers.
If you need any assistance seeking a job opportunity, or if you need reasonable accommodation with the application process, please contact us at accommodations@ogilvy.com. Please note that this contact is only for candidates who are requesting accommodation. Emails for other purposes, including application status requests, will not receive a response.