Road Scholar
Road Scholar is the nonprofit world leader in educational travel for older adults. Our mission is to inspire adults to learn, discover, and travel.
We’re looking for a
Specialist, Social Media Video Editor
to join our Video Production Team. In this role you’ll shape how Road Scholar shows up on platforms like Instagram Reels, YouTube Shorts, Facebook, and whatever comes next.
In this role you will:
Transform ideas, footage, and briefs into high-performing short-form videos for social channels.
Repurpose long-form content (interviews, lectures, events) into punchy, platform-optimized edits.
Collaborate with the Creative and Marketing teams to match the brand voice — warm, smart, joyful.
Keep an eye on evolving video trends and adapt them without chasing every gimmick.
Balance fast-turnaround “Quick Hits” with more crafted storytelling pieces.
Add captions, overlays, metadata, and accessibility features so everyone can engage.
Stay tuned to performance metrics and let them guide what’s next.
Keep footage organized and help maintain the digital asset library.
Create and refine motion graphics templates (lower thirds, title cards, etc.) within brand style.
Road Scholar offers a remote-first work environment. The compensation range for this exempt level salaried position is $59,000 - $65,000 based on experience.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree preferred with 3+ years of professional experience in social media video production, preferably in nonprofit, travel, or lifestyle industries.
Strong portfolio of short-form social video content (please provide links with application).
Demonstrated proficiency in DaVinci Resolve and Adobe Creative Suite (Premiere Pro, After Effects).
Experience editing video for mobile-first platforms.
Strong understanding of social media platforms, their audiences, and current content trends.
Familiarity with accessibility best practices (captions, alt text, audio description).
Ability to work independently while collaborating across teams.
Organized, deadline-driven, and detail-oriented.
Nice to Have
Familiarity with motion graphics and animation.
Experience with nonprofit storytelling and/or educational content.
Experience color-grading log footage.
Benefits
Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance (substantial employee subsidy).
403(b) Retirement Plan with a company match of 5% after 1 year.
Up to 20 days of PTO annually, accrued every payroll cycle.
Paid week off at the end of December.
Generous employee discounts on our programs.
Access to Care.com membership.
Option to receive an IATA membership.
LinkedIn Learning access and other professional development opportunities.
Fully remote.
Equal Opportunity Employer Road Scholar supports diversity in our staff, participants, and programs. We consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, or other protected status.
Seniority level Mid‑Senior level
Employment type Full-time
Job function Marketing, Public Relations, and Writing/Editing
Industries Non‑profit organizations
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We’re looking for a
Specialist, Social Media Video Editor
to join our Video Production Team. In this role you’ll shape how Road Scholar shows up on platforms like Instagram Reels, YouTube Shorts, Facebook, and whatever comes next.
In this role you will:
Transform ideas, footage, and briefs into high-performing short-form videos for social channels.
Repurpose long-form content (interviews, lectures, events) into punchy, platform-optimized edits.
Collaborate with the Creative and Marketing teams to match the brand voice — warm, smart, joyful.
Keep an eye on evolving video trends and adapt them without chasing every gimmick.
Balance fast-turnaround “Quick Hits” with more crafted storytelling pieces.
Add captions, overlays, metadata, and accessibility features so everyone can engage.
Stay tuned to performance metrics and let them guide what’s next.
Keep footage organized and help maintain the digital asset library.
Create and refine motion graphics templates (lower thirds, title cards, etc.) within brand style.
Road Scholar offers a remote-first work environment. The compensation range for this exempt level salaried position is $59,000 - $65,000 based on experience.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree preferred with 3+ years of professional experience in social media video production, preferably in nonprofit, travel, or lifestyle industries.
Strong portfolio of short-form social video content (please provide links with application).
Demonstrated proficiency in DaVinci Resolve and Adobe Creative Suite (Premiere Pro, After Effects).
Experience editing video for mobile-first platforms.
Strong understanding of social media platforms, their audiences, and current content trends.
Familiarity with accessibility best practices (captions, alt text, audio description).
Ability to work independently while collaborating across teams.
Organized, deadline-driven, and detail-oriented.
Nice to Have
Familiarity with motion graphics and animation.
Experience with nonprofit storytelling and/or educational content.
Experience color-grading log footage.
Benefits
Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance (substantial employee subsidy).
403(b) Retirement Plan with a company match of 5% after 1 year.
Up to 20 days of PTO annually, accrued every payroll cycle.
Paid week off at the end of December.
Generous employee discounts on our programs.
Access to Care.com membership.
Option to receive an IATA membership.
LinkedIn Learning access and other professional development opportunities.
Fully remote.
Equal Opportunity Employer Road Scholar supports diversity in our staff, participants, and programs. We consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, or other protected status.
Seniority level Mid‑Senior level
Employment type Full-time
Job function Marketing, Public Relations, and Writing/Editing
Industries Non‑profit organizations
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