Video Creative Lead

The role We are looking to hire a Video Creative Lead to join our Forecast Operations team in London. This is an on-site role out of our London office. Working at WGSN Together, we create tomorrow A career with WGSN is fast-paced, exciting and full of opportunities to grow and develop. We're a team of consumer and design trend forecasters, content creators, designers, data analysts, advisory consultants and much more, united by a common goal: to create tomorrow. WGSN's trusted consumer and design forecasts power outstanding product design, enabling our customers to create a better future. Our services cover consumer insights, beauty, consumer tech, fashion, interiors, lifestyle, food and drink forecasting, data analytics and expert advisory. If you are an expert in your field, we want to hear from you. Role overview We are seeking a creative powerhouse and master visual storyteller to lead WGSN’s video output and continuously elevate our global brand. Reporting directly to the Head of Picture & Video and working in close partnership with our Creative Director, Art Director, and the parallel WGSN Design Studio, this hybrid role balances an estimated 70% creative work with 30% production coordination. You will drive bold ideas from brief to delivery—developing new formats and sharp scripts, overseeing film shoots, and delivering cutting-edge editing and motion graphics. You will also mentor a Video Editor while keeping project schedules, call sheets, and shoot logistics running seamlessly. This position is ideal for an ambitious creative lead who thrives on pushing visual boundaries and elevating campaigns through world-class storytelling. The team The Video Team is WGSN's in-house creative production engine, working in parallel with the WGSN Design Studio and based across the globe. Our team brings together talented creatives, each with a unique perspective and technical expertise, to elevate storytelling and brand building across all departments, products, and channels at the WGSN Group. We are dedicated to pushing the boundaries of creativity and ensuring that the WGSN Group remains at the dynamic forefront of all the industries we serve. Being part of this agile team will give you the opportunity to directly shape the global media narrative of a world-leading brand. We are looking for someone who isn’t afraid to speak their mind, encourage change, work hard, have a true passion for collaboration and have fun along the way. Key accountabilities - End-to-End Production: Own the complete production pipeline, executing story assembly, fine-cutting, color grading, sound design, and master delivery across major brand campaigns. - Creative Innovation: Take ownership of pushing visual boundaries by pitching bold editing techniques, fresh narrative structures, and creative post-production treatments to creative brand leadership. Advanced Motion Design: Concept and execute dynamic 2D motion graphics, in Adobe After Effects to elevate production value. - Quality Control & Standards: Establish and enforce rigorous quality standards and consistency across all video deliverables. - Production Logistics & Scheduling: Manage shoot logistics, draft call sheets, build project schedules, and book freelance crew, talent, and equipment rentals. - Workflow & Asset Management: Track project timelines, manage vendor invoices and POs, and maintain an organized digital asset library and archive system. - Mentorship: Guide and mentor the team’s Video Editor, reviewing cuts, sharing technical workflows, and ensuring high artistic and technical standards across all outputs. - Cross-Functional Alignment: Partner closely with the Head of Video, Creative Director, Art Director, and parallel WGSN Design Studio to align post-production concepts with broader brand strategy. - On-Set Filming & Capture: Confidently set up and shoot high-quality video for talking head interviews, podcasts, trade shows, live events, and internal staff features. - AI Integration & Efficiency: Identify and implement cutting-edge AI technologies across both post-production editing and logistical workflows to maximize speed, accuracy, and creative scope. This list is not exhaustive and there may be other activities you are required to deliver. Skills, experience & qualifications required - Senior Professional Background: Extensive experience in a Senior Video Editor or Senior Motion Editor role, alongside proven hands-on production coordination capability within a brand or agency setting. - Post-Production Mastery: Expert-level proficiency in Adobe Premiere Pro and After Effects, with advanced skills in color correction (DaVinci Resolve or Lumetri), audio finishing, and custom motion graphics. - Logistical Expertise: Strong organisational and project management skills, with a track record of handling shoot logistics, call sheets, budgets, and vendor management under tight deadlines. - Mentorship Aptitude: Demonstrated leadership ability and a passion for mentoring junior/mid-level video editors to help develop their technical and storytelling capabilities. - Collaborative Stakeholder Management: Clear communication skills to present creative ideas to Creative Directors and Art Directors, while coordinating efficiently with parallel design teams. - Stakeholder Communication: Outstanding verbal and written communication skills, essential for managing up to senior leadership (CD/AD) and liaising with the wider WGSN Design Studio. Ability to liaise with all members of the business up to Exec / C-suite level. - Conceptual, Editorial & Narrative skills: Superior understanding of visual pacing, story structure, digital media trends, and modern design principles. - Dynamic Agility: An adaptable mindset that seamlessly transitions between meticulous, desk-bound editing and proactive, fast-moving production coordination. - AI Tool Literacy: Practical experience using emerging AI video, audio, and project management tools to streamline workflows and drive creative experimentation.