Social Video Designer

Average Salary

£35,360

Job Forecast

+3%

Currently Employed in Scotland

6,354

What is a Social Video Designer

Do you have a passion for video, the most popular form of web content?

Today, video makes up 80% of the media we consume online. Social video design is the art of creating great video for the various social media platforms.

Video is by far the most preferred method of receiving information and in this role, you can use your creativity to meet the incredible demand for this form of content.

Top 3 job tasks:

Developing new and exciting concepts for videos.
Creating video to suit specific social media platforms (for example, video for Facebook live).
Editing and publishing videos across Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, Vimeo and more.

Getting in and Qualifications

Most people study a HNC, HND or degree. The most valuable qualifications include Media Production, Film & Television Advertising and Marketing.

An apprenticeship in Creative and Digital Media is also a great way in to becoming a Social Video Designer.

A portfolio of previous video work can also be valuable. This can demonstrate to a potential employer the required skills and abilities for the role.

Entry requirements for courses can change. Always contact the college, university or training provider to check exactly what you will need