Sideshow
Video Editor & Motion Graphics Specialist (Social Media Focused)
Sideshow, Thousand Oaks, California, United States, 91362
Sideshow’s Media Team is looking for a Video Editor & Motion Graphics Specialist with a strong focus on social media content.
This role is perfect for a creator who understands audience behavior, knows how to tailor visuals for each platform, and can transform raw footage into high-performing, visually compelling videos.
You’ll collaborate closely with our creative and marketing teams to produce content that stops the scroll, drives retention, and brings our brand voice to life across all major social platforms.
Required Skills
3–5 years of camera experience preferred
Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team
Openness to feedback, revisions, and iterative improvements
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, creative environment
Strong storytelling instincts with a sharp sense of pacing and visual rhythm for social audiences
Deep understanding of social media algorithms, retention strategies, and thumbnail/title best practices
Proven ability to design and animate clean, modern motion graphics
Exceptional attention to detail
Duties & Responsibilities
Edit short-form and long-form video content for Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, X/Twitter, and Facebook
Produce polished motion graphics, including lower thirds, transitions, animated titles, and occasional light VFX
Color-correct and color-grade footage to ensure consistent visual quality
Optimize videos for social platforms using current best practices for retention, pacing, framing, and platform behavior
Collaborate with creative teams to concept, storyboard, and execute impactful content
Maintain brand consistency across all visual deliverables
Stay current with social media trends, editing styles, platform updates, and audience behavior
Manage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines
Ensure all exports meet technical requirements and correct aspect ratios (9:16, 1:1, 16:9)
Here’s a snapshot of the kind of video content you’ll help create:
Spooktacular Promo
Body Painting Cheshire Cat
ED-209 Unboxing
Blade Runner Unboxing
John Wick First Look
StarWars Ad
Bonus Skills
Experience with post-production audio
A love for geek culture is a big bonus (but not mandatory!)
Comfortable shooting content on mobile devices or cameras
Strong Photoshop skills
Details
Full time position in our Thousand Oaks Studio
Applicants will undergo a background check
Relocation assistance is NOT available.
References Preferred.
Applicants will undergo a paid editing test.
Please submit your cover letter, resume, and demo reel to be considered. No Demo Reel is automatic rejection.
Additional Details
Full time position
Health insurance after successful completion of your 90-day probationary period
Be a part of a positive and supportive work environment that promotes creativity and pride, with a balance of healthy and fun activities
On-site café serving free healthy lunch options for all staff
Product Discounts and much more!
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This role is perfect for a creator who understands audience behavior, knows how to tailor visuals for each platform, and can transform raw footage into high-performing, visually compelling videos.
You’ll collaborate closely with our creative and marketing teams to produce content that stops the scroll, drives retention, and brings our brand voice to life across all major social platforms.
Required Skills
3–5 years of camera experience preferred
Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team
Openness to feedback, revisions, and iterative improvements
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, creative environment
Strong storytelling instincts with a sharp sense of pacing and visual rhythm for social audiences
Deep understanding of social media algorithms, retention strategies, and thumbnail/title best practices
Proven ability to design and animate clean, modern motion graphics
Exceptional attention to detail
Duties & Responsibilities
Edit short-form and long-form video content for Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, X/Twitter, and Facebook
Produce polished motion graphics, including lower thirds, transitions, animated titles, and occasional light VFX
Color-correct and color-grade footage to ensure consistent visual quality
Optimize videos for social platforms using current best practices for retention, pacing, framing, and platform behavior
Collaborate with creative teams to concept, storyboard, and execute impactful content
Maintain brand consistency across all visual deliverables
Stay current with social media trends, editing styles, platform updates, and audience behavior
Manage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines
Ensure all exports meet technical requirements and correct aspect ratios (9:16, 1:1, 16:9)
Here’s a snapshot of the kind of video content you’ll help create:
Spooktacular Promo
Body Painting Cheshire Cat
ED-209 Unboxing
Blade Runner Unboxing
John Wick First Look
StarWars Ad
Bonus Skills
Experience with post-production audio
A love for geek culture is a big bonus (but not mandatory!)
Comfortable shooting content on mobile devices or cameras
Strong Photoshop skills
Details
Full time position in our Thousand Oaks Studio
Applicants will undergo a background check
Relocation assistance is NOT available.
References Preferred.
Applicants will undergo a paid editing test.
Please submit your cover letter, resume, and demo reel to be considered. No Demo Reel is automatic rejection.
Additional Details
Full time position
Health insurance after successful completion of your 90-day probationary period
Be a part of a positive and supportive work environment that promotes creativity and pride, with a balance of healthy and fun activities
On-site café serving free healthy lunch options for all staff
Product Discounts and much more!
#J-18808-Ljbffr