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Editor (Social Media & Long Form)

Teton Ridge, Fort Worth, Texas, United States, 76102

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Overview

WHO WE ARE: Teton Ridge is a visionary force in Western sports, entertainment, media, lifestyle, and equine culture, dedicated to growing the world of the American West to new fans. Our content and events engage a broad community of fans while preserving the traditions and legacy of the American West. From large-scale events like The American Rodeo and The Performance Horseman to The Cowboy Channel, short films, digital and print media, and social-first content, Teton Ridge tells the stories of the rich culture of the American West. Join us in shaping the future of Western sports and entertainment! WHO YOU ARE: This role is responsible for both pre-production and post-production editing across a variety of programming, including news, talk shows, sports highlights, docu-series, and music-based productions. The Editor will be someone who understands Tik Tok, Instagram, Youtube and other emerging platforms- what trends to lean into, what formats perform, and how to make content feel natural. The Editor will also play a critical role in media management, team leadership, and coordination with multiple departments to ensure high-quality content delivery for The Cowboy Channel and other Teton Ridge properties. What You’ll Do

Editing & Production

Edit video content for television broadcasts, ensuring seamless storytelling, pacing, and visual appeal

Pre-Production Editing: Create b-roll packages, montages, short-form interviews, and featurettes for various shows, including news, talk, and sports content

Post-Production Editing: Edit long-form broadcast content such as biographical features, episodic docu-series, and music-based shows

Cut and arrange footage, apply graphics, insert sound effects, and enhance audio for final production

Work closely with producers, directors, and writers to execute creative visions

Maintain brand consistency and style across all projects

Ensure consistency in storytelling, pacing, and visual aesthetics across all content types

Social-First Editing

Execute high-level video editing across multiple brands, ensuring every piece of content is optimized for social platforms and audience engagement

Craft short-form videos with smart hooks, clean pacing, and attention to platform nuance

Elevate edits with thoughtful motion design, color correction, and clean sound design

Apply creative discretion to make social-native content feel sharp, modern, and on-brand

Media Management Ingest, archive, and organize media from various sources to facilitate ease of access, optimize storage space, and preserve valuable media assets

Collaborate with engineers and ingest teams on media retrieval, troubleshooting technical issues, and maintaining efficient workflows

Team Leadership & Coordination Advocate for the editing team by ensuring schedules are manageable and align with daily and long-term production needs

Lead discussions on workflow improvements, editing techniques, and aesthetic enhancements

Coordinate team efforts on large-scale productions (e.g., 100 Rodeos in 100 Days) to maximize quality within short turnaround times

Cross-Department Collaboration Act as a key media management team member, participating in weekly or bi-weekly meetings with engineering, IT, production, and promotional teams to refine media handling processes

Work closely with producers and senior producers to maintain and optimize editing workflows for upcoming productions and broadcasts

Collaborate with the control room and field crews to manage footage captured from live rodeo events, studio recordings, and post-show exports

Communicate with graphics, sound, and post-production teams to align editing with final production requirements

Troubleshoot technical issues related to software, file formats, and rendering processes

What We Are Looking For

3 years professional experience in pre/post production

Strong understanding of rodeo and Western sports, with experience producing high-energy, engaging live events

Proven experience in video editing for broadcast, digital media, or sports production

Proficiency in industry-standard editing software (Adobe Premiere, Avid, Final Cut Pro, etc.)

Strong understanding of media organization, archiving best practices, storage management, social platforms, storytelling formats, and how to drive engagement

Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills

Driven by a passion for speed and quality, the ideal candidate can deliver excellent work under tight deadlines and effectively manage multiple projects as priorities evolve

Experience editing for sports, entertainment, media or creators

Motion graphics or light animation chops (bonus points)

What You Bring

Exceptional editing portfolio, specifically showcasing work across TikTok, Reels, and Shorts

A sophisticated, on-trend aesthetic with strong instincts for premium and brand-appropriate content

Versatility in editing styles, ranging from native, lo-fi looks to polished, high-production content

Deep understanding of the latest social media trends, popular creator styles, format specifications, and key performance drivers on each platform

Ability to work quickly, meet fast turnaround times, and incorporate feedback efficiently

Commitment to clean file organization and consistent delivery standards

EEO Statement

Teton Ridge is an equal opportunity employer. We are passionately committed to equitable hiring and boldly dedicated to diversity in our work and staff. We do not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related conditions), age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, uniform service member status, disability or any other characteristic protected by law. Women, people of color, including bilingual and bicultural individuals, LGBTQ persons, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. CPRA Notice

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We use your personal information to assess your qualifications and suitability for employment, communicate with you regarding your application, maintain records related to hiring decisions, and comply with legal and regulatory obligations. Your CPRA Rights

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