Senior Video at Sports Harbor City, California

Senior Video Editor (Contract | 1099)

Los Angeles, CA (Local preferred; some remote flexibility) 30+ hrs/week | Project-based schedule Sports Research - Creative Media 45- 80$/hr DOE
About the Role

Sports Research is seeking a Senior Video Editor (Contractor) to lead post-production editing across a high volume of digital content. This role is responsible for turning raw footage into polished, performance-driven creative across social media, paid advertising, and eCommerce platforms. You'll partner closely with the Senior Creative Media Director to produce engaging lifestyle, product, and marketing content that is both visually compelling and optimized for platform performance. This is a highly autonomous role requiring strong technical editing skills, creative judgment, and the ability to work quickly under tight deadlines.
Video Editing & Post-Production

Edit short-form and mid-length video content for social, paid media, and eCommerce
Ensure all edits align with brand guidelines and platform best practices
Craft pacing, storytelling, and visual flow to maximize engagement
Deliver high-quality edits under fast turnaround timelines
Color, Audio & Motion Graphics

Perform color correction and grading for visual consistency
Edit and mix audio for clarity and balance
Add motion graphics and visual enhancements as needed
Asset Integration & Collaboration

Integrate design and retouched assets into video edits
Collaborate closely with creative leadership on revisions and direction
Iterate quickly based on feedback while maintaining quality standards
Workflow & Project Management

Manage multiple projects simultaneously with strong organization
Maintain clean file structures, version control, and asset management
Ensure timely exports and proper documentation of all deliverables
What Success Looks Like

Consistently high-quality, on-brand video deliverables
On-time completion of all editing projects
Strong alignment with creative direction and performance goals
Efficient handling of multiple concurrent projects
Fast, effective response to feedback and revision cycles
Organized and reliable editing workflows and file management
What We're Looking For

5+ years of professional video editing experience
Strong portfolio in lifestyle, wellness, or product-focused content
Advanced proficiency in Adobe Premiere Pro and Creative Cloud
Strong understanding of pacing, storytelling, and digital performance content
Ability to manage fast-turnaround, high-volume workflows
Excellent organization, communication, and collaboration skills
Nice to Have

Experience with health, wellness, or consumer product brands
Familiarity with eCommerce content (Amazon, PDP, paid social ads)
Basic motion graphics or design skills (Photoshop / Illustrator / After Effects)
Work Environment

This is a hybrid role combining remote editing with occasional onsite collaboration in Los Angeles. The environment is fast-paced, production-driven, and highly collaborative with frequent interaction across creative and marketing teams.