About Piquant
Piquant is a vibrant, full-service creative agency based in Limerick, Ireland, dedicated to delivering imaginative solutions that captivate audiences and drive growth. We specialise in transforming brands into unforgettable experiences. Our creative journey is defined by innovation, collaboration, and a desire to create the extraordinary.
About You
You are a professional Video Editor with a minimum of three years' experience creating engaging, story-driven video content. You have a sharp eye for pacing, rhythm, and narrative flow, and you know how to craft powerful visual stories that connect with audiences. You are technically proficient in industry-standard editing software and thrive in a fast-paced creative environment. You are detail-oriented, collaborative, and committed to producing work that meets the highest creative standards.
If you have a passion for storytelling through video, strong technical skills, and an instinct for visual impact, we'd love to hear from you.
Job Description
Piquant is seeking a talented and creative Video Editor to join our dynamic media production team. As Video Editor, you will be responsible for assembling raw footage into polished, compelling video content that aligns with client objectives and Piquant's creative vision. Working closely with our Head of Media Production, production team, motion designers, and communications team, you will edit across a range of formats, from brand films and promotional videos to social media content and documentary-style projects.
You'll play a key role in shaping the tone, structure, and emotion of each piece, ensuring our work delivers both visual excellence and storytelling impact for our clients.
Key Responsibilities
* Edit video content across a wide variety of formats and platforms, including promotional videos, interviews, documentaries, and social-first content.
* Craft strong visual narratives through thoughtful pacing, sequencing, and storytelling.
* Collaborate with creative teams to interpret project briefs and translate them into engaging edits.
* Integrate graphics, motion design, sound design, and colour grading to enhance the final product.
* Organise and manage footage, project files, and asset libraries efficiently.
* Prepare video content for multiple delivery formats and platforms.
* Stay up to date with video trends, editing techniques, and emerging tools to continually refine your craft.
* Ensure all edits align with brand guidelines and maintain consistency in tone, quality, and style.
What We Offer
* An inspiring, creative environment that encourages innovation.
* Opportunity to work with in-house teams across branding, design, media production, web development, communications, and marketing.
* Competitive salary.
* Performance-based bonuses and incentives.
* Professional development opportunities and room to grow within the organisation.
* Health insurance after the first year of employment.
* Pension contribution
* A supportive and collaborative team that values your contribution.
Requirements
* Minimum of three years' experience as a professional Video Editor in a creative agency or production environment.
* Strong fluency in Adobe Premiere Pro, a good working knowledge of Adobe After Effects & Adobe Audition.
* Extremely diligent data management & cataloging methodology
* Understanding of music principles and ability to manipulate and use sound effectively.
* Understanding of motion graphics, colour correction, colour grading and sound design.
* Excellent storytelling skills with a strong sense of visual rhythm and pacing.
* Attention to detail and ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
* A collaborative approach and openness to feedback.
* Awareness of emerging AI tools and technologies within post-production, with an interest in exploring how they can enhance creativity, efficiency, and storytelling.
* Portfolio: A selection of work demonstrating your editing style, versatility, and storytelling ability.
Application and hiring process
Stage 1: Submit your CV, cover letter, and a link to a selection of work by email to Deadline for submission is 28 November
Stage 2: Pre-interview phone call (December)
Stage 3: Online interview. (December)
Stage 4: In-person skills assessment at Piquant's Limerick studio. (December)
Stage 5: Job offer. (December)
Stage 6: Start position and begin onboarding. (January)
How to Apply
If you're passionate about creative video editing and ready to contribute to Piquant's journey, we'd love to hear from you. Please send the following to
* Your CV
* A cover letter outlining your experience and passion for video storytelling
* A link to a selection of work demonstrating your editing style, versatility, and storytelling ability.