Staff Editor + PA

JHS Pedals Staff Editor + PA - Grandview, MO - Full Time
The Staff Editor + PA Assist is the editor behind JHS Pedals' short‑form social presence. This role lives in the edit bay, turning raw footage into vertical content built for TikTok, Instagram Reels, and YouTube Shorts — fast, iterative, and platform‑native. You'll work hand‑in‑hand with the creative lead to develop our short‑form voice, cut multiple versions of every reel, and keep up with the pace social media demands. Secondary responsibilities include on‑set production assistance, photo editing, and the documentation systems that keep the creative process repeatable.

Description
What You'll Own
Short‑Form Vertical Editing (The Core of the Job)
This is what you'll spend most of your time doing. Cut vertical short‑form content for TikTok, Reels, and Shorts with fast, same‑session turnaround. For every concept, you'll produce multiple versions — alternate hooks, different opening seconds, variant pacing, A/B cuts — so we can test what lands on each platform.

You will work directly with the creative lead to develop a shared editing language and style, then execute against it at volume. Expected pace: multiple finished cuts per day, refined in real time as feedback comes in. You should already have strong instincts for what makes vertical content work — pacing, hook structure, captioning, sound design, retention curves — and be eager to sharpen them in a brand environment.

Photo Editing & Capture
Edit product and lifestyle photos using established looks — applying presets, copy/paste masking, and consistency editing across image sets. Capture supplementary product shots (multiple angles, details) when needed. Assist with lighting setup for photo work.

Creative Documentation & Database
Build and maintain the systems that keep the creative process repeatable. Document lighting setups, camera settings, edit project structures, and audio configurations. Create reference sheets and templates so the team can pull established looks and edit styles quickly.

On‑Set Production Assistance
When shoots happen, be a reliable second set of hands. Operate cameras and audio equipment, run the audio interface, troubleshoot issues, and help keep the studios clean and ready. This is a smaller part of the role than the editing work, but you should be comfortable on set when you're needed there.

Scheduling & Coordination
Keep the creative calendar updated and serve as the liaison between the Creative Lead and other departments. Coordinate product availability for shoots and keep things moving between spaces as needed.

You'll Excel If
You Live in Vertical Short‑Form
You watch a lot of TikTok, Reels, and Shorts — and you watch them like an editor. You can articulate why a hook works, where a cut should land, when to add a caption, and how to keep someone past the three‑second drop‑off. You stay current on what's working on each platform and bring those instincts to every cut.

You Edit Fast and Iterate Without Ego
Same‑session turnaround is the norm, not the exception. You take direction well, refine in real time, and don't get precious about cuts. You can produce ten variants of a reel without losing energy on the eleventh. You don't need a lot of oversight to produce good work — you just need clear direction.

You're Technically Proficient
Premiere Pro and/or DaVinci Resolve at a level where you're not fighting the tool. CapCut familiarity is a plus. Lightroom or Photoshop for photo work. You know these tools well enough to work efficiently and teach yourself what you don't know yet.

You Build Systems, Not Just Files
You're organized in a way that benefits the whole team — building documentation, project templates, and reference sheets. You think about how to make your work reusable and findable, especially when cutting many versions of the same content.

You're Production‑Fluent (Enough)
You don't need to be a DP, but cameras, audio interfaces, and lighting rigs shouldn't intimidate you. When you're on set, you troubleshoot and don't wait to be told what to do next. You surface problems early, coordinate proactively, and keep people informed without being asked. Small teams move fast — good communication is what makes that work.

You're a Gear Person
You don't need to be a professional musician, but genuine familiarity with guitar and pedals will make this job more natural and more fun. We speak fluent gear here.

What Comes With It

Employee and industry discounts. Build the rig you've been dreaming about at a discount.

Paid Time Off. Take the breaks you need to recharge and stay sharp. The longer you're here, the more PTO you get.

Healthcare benefits. Medical, dental, vision, and basic term life coverage.

Gym membership. Take care of yourself, and we'll take care of the bill.

Pedal Lending Library. Borrow from our library of JHS Pedals to play at home, experiment with sounds, use for gigs and studio sessions, or just feed your curiosity.

Coffee, tea, and snacks stocked. Fuel up when you need it.

Continuous learning support. We invest in your growth and skill development, both inside and outside of work.

Events worth showing up to. Release celebrations, happy hours, a holiday party we go all out for, and team outings that give us the opportunity to connect beyond work.

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