Video Editor / Content Creator Job at Dotdash Meredith in Birmingham

Video Editor / Content Creator – Dotdash Meredith

We’re looking for a creative and resourceful Video Editor / Content Creator to join our Birmingham commerce team and help shape the visual storytelling of Food & Wine’s dynamic video content.

Assignment Details

20 hours a week, in‑person 2‑3 days per week. Possibility of some remote work depending on the week’s tasks and time in role.

Ideal start date: 7/29/2025. End date: 3 months with potential to extend. Hourly Rate: $31. Location: Birmingham, AL.

Responsibilities

Content Development: Work with the commerce lab production, creative and editorial teams to develop hosted video concepts for consumer product reviews, comparisons and how‑to’s. Contribute to scripting, shot planning, and on‑set production with key takeaways for editing.

Video Production: Support lab production team on shoots when needed, either independently or with small crews, ensuring high‑quality footage is captured with the right framing, lighting, and sound. Record supplemental content such as voiceovers, screen recordings, or animations as needed.

Editing & Post‑Production: Edit raw footage into polished videos using Adobe Premiere Pro and After Effects, integrating graphics, titles, music, and light animation. Ensure video pacing, tone, and visual style align with brand guidelines and appeal to our target audience.

Platform Optimization: Format and adapt content for a variety of digital platforms, including YouTube, TikTok, Instagram, and branded sites. Collaborate on thumbnail design, video metadata, and SEO‑driven video strategies.

Project Management: Own the timeline and workflow of assigned editing projects, ensuring deadlines are met and creative goals are achieved. Maintain a well‑organized digital asset library and post‑production archive.

Qualifications

• Experience creating content for YouTube, TikTok, and Instagram with a focus on performance and audience engagement.
• Understanding of consumer tech, lifestyle, home, or beauty products is a plus.
• Motion graphics or animation experience is a plus.
• Airtable project management system experience is a plus.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively interact with various teams and stakeholders.
• Strong ability to manage multiple projects, prioritize tasks, and adhere to deadlines in a fast‑paced environment.
• Readily take action on new challenges, identify and seize new opportunities. Display a can‑do attitude and step up to handle tough issues.
• Ability to adapt to changing business needs and handle high‑pressure situations effectively.
• Demonstrated ability to proactively address and resolve issues that arise during the project lifecycle.

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