Audio and Video Editor

  • Contract
  • UK-wide

Imperial War Museum


Job Summary

As a Video and Audio Editor at IWM, you will create engaging video and audio content that enhances visitors’ understanding of conflict and brings our collections to life in museum spaces. You will produce content for exhibitions, galleries and digital signage, working across multiple sites and colla

Job Description

This role directly contributes to IWM’s mission to help people understand the impact of conflict by translating powerful stories, archive material and testimonies into compelling multimedia experiences. Your work will shape how visitors engage emotionally and intellectually with exhibitions, making complex histories accessible and engaging.
High-quality delivery in this role ensures exhibitions are immersive, accurate and accessible, supporting curatorial, learning and digital teams to deliver impactful visitor experiences. By maintaining professional standards in editing, storytelling and accessibility (including subtitles and audio clarity), you help uphold public trust and inclusive engagement.
The impact of your work extends to visitors, educators, researchers and internal teams who depend on engaging, reliable and well-produced media content within gallery environments.

Job Requirements

Essential

Strong portfolio demonstrating storytelling through video, audio or multimedia.
Experience using video editing tools (e.g. Premiere, Final Cut Pro).
Experience with motion graphics tools (e.g. After Effects).
Understanding of graphic design principles (layout, typography, colour).
Experience using creative tools such as Photoshop.
Ability to manage workload, prioritise tasks and meet deadlines.
Clear communication skills and ability to collaborate effectively.

Desirable
Experience with audio editing tools (e.g. Audition).
Experience with front-end technologies (e.g. HTML, JavaScript).
Knowledge of 3D tools (e.g. Cinema 4D, Maya, SketchUp).
Experience in project coordination or delivery.

Job Overview

  • Job Title: Audio and Video Editor
  • Salary: £40k-£50k
  • Hours:
    Full time
  • Artform: Museums
  • Role: Technical & Production
  • Contract: Permanent
  • Closing date: Fri, 19 Jun 2026

  • Location:

    UK-wide

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