Edit / VT researchers

Lifted Entertainment are looking for experienced EDIT/ VT RESEARCHERS for the returning series of The Voice UK.

Dates: Various start and end dates between April - August 2025.

Location: Manchester or London - please state your base in your application. 

Role: Various roles across the series. Lifted Entertainment (North) are looking for experienced (at least two credits), multi-skilled researchers with experience of locations/VT and edit.

Skills you’ll need (minimum criteria).

Please evidence how you have met the minimum criteria in the comments box on your Airtable application form: 

• Demonstrable experience working on large-scale studio music and entertainment shows, such as The Voice, Voice Kids, or similar peak-viewing series for UK broadcasters.
• At least two TV credits at researcher level on comparable series, showcasing a developed understanding of locations, VTs, and the edit process.
• Proven experience in supporting teams in sourcing and developing engaging VT content for high-profile entertainment or music series.
• Proven experience sourcing and clearing clips for UK broadcast TV, ensuring all rights and permissions are obtained.
• Basic understanding of music clearance requirements, with prior experience in music clearance on similar series being an advantage.
• Experience working sensitively and directly with contributors and performers, ensuring their needs (including accessibility) are met throughout research, filming, and edits.
• Proven ability to source, set up, and clear filming locations, including obtaining permits where necessary.
• Confident working with video editing software (e.g., Avid) and understanding post-production workflows and timelines.
• Experience of working with Avid and the post production process is desirable but not essential.

Other things we’re looking for (key criteria):

• Great communication skills and a love for working in a fast paced environment
• The ideal candidate should have a passion for music

ITV strongly encourages applications for this role from Deaf, Disabled and / or Neurodivergent people. As a Disability Confident Leader, if you meet the minimum criteria for a role and you have declared that you are Disabled, we’ll guarantee you are invited for the next stage* (minimum criteria above).

Please only apply if you have the relevant experience that is listed in the minimum criteria section of this advertisement and evidence this in your application.

* There may be a few exceptions where we are not able to take all eligible candidates to the next stage due to the volume of applications

Please note, on occasion we may receive a very large volume of applications which means applications for a role may close earlier than the referenced closing date. We’d encourage you to apply as soon as possible if interested.