Senior Editor Job at Carmichael Lynch in Minneapolis

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What We Believe

We believe that when the best of strategy and creativity come together, brands stand apart.

Our Hiring Philosophy

Carmichael Lynch is committed to creating a diverse, safe and welcoming workplace with opportunity for all. We strive for inclusion, equity and diversity in both our words and actions. BIPOC, women, marginalized communities, LGBTQIA+, veterans and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. To learn more, visit https://www.carmichaellynch.com/about/

What's In It for You*

• Professional Development (performance reviews 2x annually, training opportunities related to your field of development, one-on-ones with managers, etc.)


• We offer competitive, equitable salaries (reviewed annually to ensure equity and competitiveness)


• A strong, vibrant, continually-evolving Diversity, Equity and Inclusion belief (in thought and action), encompassing our agency and our Employee Resource Groups (ERGs). Recognizing the voices that need to be heard.


• Competitive, company and employee sponsored benefits, including: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k (company matched 50% of first 6%), PTO (vacation/sick time) allowance, 18-week maternity leave, 12-week parental leave, 19 paid company holidays, Family Building Benefit (adoption, surrogacy benefit), tuition reimbursement and much more.


• Please note that these benefits only apply to full time roles

Hybrid Work

We see the office as a place to come together and do extraordinary things. Everyone local to our Minneapolis and Philadelphia offices are expected to work from the office on Tuesdays and Wednesdays each week.

Role

The Integrated Production Department at Carmichael Lynch is a creatively led team that focuses on craft, efficiency, collaboration, problem-solving and storytelling. As a Senior Editor, you'll be part of our internal production group known as CL Labs. CL Labs encompasses both editorial, motion graphics, animation and our physical production studio. This position is responsible for editing social films, digital videos, internal videos and new business. In addition, this role supports business improvement by meeting personal and departmental goals and objectives timely and effectively.

Essential Functions/Principal Accountabilities of the Job

• Day-to-day responsibilities for this role include but are not limited to:


• Editing, tagging, audio, dub requests, motion graphics and technical support.


• Content needs include shooting, editing, prop-making and motion graphics and/or animation.


• Graphics and VFX needs for necessary projects.


• Organizing video library, archive footage.


• Audio needs such as VO record and sound editing.


• Supporting creatives and editors by searching for music or footage.


• Be a creative problem-solver, flexible and curious.


• Strong collaborator willing to take creative challenges and risks.


• Seeks and experiments with new technology and remains current on industry trends.


• Keeps projects organized and can follow operational processes.


• Positive influence within agency culture.

Required Qualifications, Experience and Knowledge

• Education: Not a mandate – experience, a reel and references most important. A bachelor's degree in film/broadcast production is a plus.


• Skills and Experience: 5+ years of editorial experience in long form, short form, and social. Solid understanding of post-production phases and their respective processes. Work product demonstrating experience, creativity and collaboration.


• Technical Skills: Proficiency in Adobe Premier and After Effects; strong working knowledge in full Adobe Suite – specifically Photoshop and Illustrator, Media Encoder. Video Compression / Transcoding. MS Word, Excel. Google Docs. Not required but beneficial: Adobe Audition, Cinema 4D, DaVinci Resolve.


• Travel Requirements: After-hours and weekend work may be required.


• Competencies (characteristics and work style) desired include:
  
  
  
  • Ability to manage personal workload well – strong time management skills a must.
  
  
  • Creative thinker and problem solver.
  
  
  • Strong oral communication skills including ability to manage up and give clear points of view in a group setting.
  
  
  • Action-oriented, self-starter.
  
  
  • Well-organized, with excellent follow-through and an ability to consistently meet deadlines.
  
  
  • Ability to work well under pressure and to effectively manage multiple projects simultaneously.
  
  
  • Exceptional listening skills.
  
  
  • Agile and confident decision-making ability.
  
  
  • Resilience in dealing with change.
  
  
  • Approachability.
  
  
  • Results-oriented, with a commitment to accountability.
  
  
  
  

Minneapolis location preferred but not required.

Salary Range: $80,000 - 90,000 annually