Lenscape Media is hiring: Video Editor in City of Poughkeepsie

Lenscape Media is seeking a full-time Video Editor who can transform raw footage into emotionally compelling, story-driven videos that move people and inspire action. This role is ideal for someone who loves storytelling as much as the craft of editing — someone who can interpret a creative vision, find the deeper message in a story, and bring it to life with excellence and imagination.

About Lenscape Media

We’re a Hudson Valley-based video production company helping small businesses and nonprofits tell authentic stories that connect. Our work blends cinematic visuals with heart-centered storytelling — turning everyday brands into experiences people can feel.

We operate as a tight, creative team of 3 – 4 professionals who believe that story has the power to transform people and communities. Our culture is grounded in our five core values: passion (Whole-Hearted Passion), listening (Open-Hearted Listening), joy (Full-Hearted Joy), empathy (Broken-Hearted Burden), learning (Pure-Hearted Word).

Role Overview

The Video Editor collaborates directly with the Creative Director and Project Manager to turn vision into finished videos that meet Lenscape Media’s creative and technical standards. You’ll translate direction — sometimes abstract or conceptual — into meaningful visual stories. You’ll balance precision with creativity, working on brand stories, testimonials, short-form reels, and social campaigns for clients throughout the Hudson Valley and beyond.

Key Responsibilities

Creative & Storytelling

• Interpret story direction and transform raw footage into cohesive, emotionally resonant edits.
• Craft pacing, rhythm, and visual flow to enhance storytelling impact.
• Integrate music, sound, text, and transitions thoughtfully to elevate mood and message.
• Collaborate with the Creative Director to refine tone, emotion, and overall narrative arc.

Technical & Workflow

• Edit primarily in Adobe Premiere Pro (expert level).
• Maintain organized project structures, timelines, and asset management via Dropbox and Monday CRM.
• Apply basic color correction, audio balancing, and text animations directly in Premiere.
• Deliver multiple versions and aspect ratios (16×9, 9×16, 1×1) as needed.
• Incorporate revisions quickly and accurately based on client and internal feedback.
• Manage deadlines and uphold Lenscape’s high quality standards under pressure.
• Attend team meetings for updates.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• 3+ years professional experience (or equivalent proficiency) editing short-form video content.
• Mastery of Adobe Premiere Pro; working familiarity with After Effects, Photoshop, and Lightroom a plus.
• Basic understanding of camera terminology, lighting, and on-set workflow.
• Strong sense of story, pacing, emotion, and timing.
• Detail-oriented and self-disciplined with excellent organizational habits.
• Excellent communicator – comfortable receiving feedback and collaborating with a small, creative team.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet firm deadlines.

Personality & Work Style

• Vision translator — able to understand abstract creative direction and make it tangible.
• Creative problem-solver who thrives using limited resources and bold ideas.
• Focused and capable of deep work for extended editing sessions.
• Resilient and teachable — takes feedback as fuel for growth.
• Joyful, relational, and values-driven — someone who edits with both craft and heart.
• Able to finish tasks on time — keeps their word and finishes the project by the deadline.

Typical Projects

• 1–3 minute brand story videos
• Client testimonials and nonprofit stories
• Silent website reels and highlight montages
• Structure: Hybrid – mix of in-person collaboration in the Hudson Valley + remote editing
• Tools: Dropbox (for media), Monday CRM (for project tracking), Google Drive, Frame.io (for feedback)
• Schedule: Primarily weekdays + (with some flexibility when required by project deadlines)
• Educational opportunities may be offered.

Closing Statement

• At Lenscape Media, we don’t just make videos - we tell stories that move people. If you edit with purpose, pursue excellence, and find joy in helping others see the meaning behind their work, we’d love to hear from you.

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Poughkeepsie, NY | $70,000.00–$85,000.00 | 6 days ago

Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Marketing, Public Relations, and Writing/Editing

Industries

Media Production