Senior Video Editor & Motion Designer

Job Title: Senior Video Editor & Motion Designer

Location: HEAD (UK) London

Office based: 5x days a week

Reports: Group Creative Operations Director

We are HEAD. We move fast, play hard, and build gear that wins Grand Slams, World Cups, and Olympic medals. From tennis courts to alpine slopes, our brand lives where performance meets attitude. Now we’re looking for a Senior Motion Designer who can translate that energy into bold, dynamic visual storytelling.

The Role

As our Senior Video Editor & Motion Designer, you’ll lead the creation of high-impact motion content across global campaigns, product launches, all shared across our digital & Marketing channels. You’ll turn technology, performance, and athlete stories into scroll-stopping motion edits.

What You’ll Do

• Concept and craft premium motion graphics, 2D/3D animations, and high-performance branded edits for global sports campaigns
• Lead projects from storyboard and mood board development through production, post-production, and final edit
• Translate technical product features & stories into visually compelling, easy-to-understand narratives
• Create adaptable motion toolkits and templates for team members and freelancers
• Attend and oversee photo and video shoots, helping steer creative direction to ensure motion-first thinking
• Collaborate closely with photographers, filmmakers, athletes, and external agencies on set
• Work seamlessly with brand, marketing, digital, social, product, and design teams
• Develop content optimized for multiple platforms (Instagram, YouTube, web, paid & organic social media)
• Define pacing, transitions, typography, colour grading, and sound design direction
• Push our visual language forward with fresh techniques, emerging technologies, and innovative ideas
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced, performance-driven environment
• Mentor junior designers, provide feedback, and help elevate overall creative standards within the motion team
• Present concepts and final work clearly and confidently to stakeholders

What You Bring

• 4+ years of professional motion design experience (agency or in-house)
• A standout portfolio that demonstrates strong storytelling, dynamic animation, and polished branded edits
• Advanced skills in After Effects, Premiere Pro, and Adobe Creative Suite
• Strong understanding of composition, typography, pacing, colour grading, sound design, and visual rhythm
• Experience creating content across multiple aspect ratios and formats
• Confidence working both independently and collaboratively
• Ability to move seamlessly between conceptual thinking and hands-on execution
• Keen eye for detail while maintaining speed and efficiency
• Experience working with global brands or within sports, lifestyle, or performance-driven industries
• Clear communication skills and confidence defending creative decisions

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