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Senior Video Editor

Digital People · Lake Forest, IL, USA ·

Pay:
70.000 - 90.000
Job type:
Contract

Senior Video Editor
Long term contract

Hybrid – Mettawa – Flexible at first but prefer 3 days onsite/2 days remote

Our client, a global pharmaceutical client is seeking a Video Editor to do a little bit of everything from talking head videos to motion graphics editing. Part of this job may involve shooting video. Videos will be both short‑form and long‑form projects for internal communications and range from one minute to 45 minutes in length. The audience for these videos will mainly be internal and will include communications for brand teams and sizzle videos from past conferences.

Top 3 – 5 Skills

Motion graphic skills

Strong composition and typographic skills

Strong collaborative, communication, and organizational skills

Knowledge of the Adobe Creative Suite

Strong storytelling skills through their edits

Responsibilities

Edit high‑quality video content that aligns with brand and creative objectives

Collaborate with writers, designers, and creative leadership to craft engaging visual stories

Shape narrative, pacing, and tone across interview‑driven ("talking head"), documentary‑style, and branded content

Ensure brand consistency and technical excellence across all deliverables

Manage multiple projects simultaneously, balancing deadlines with creative quality

Stay current with editing techniques, production workflows, and emerging tools

Partner with creative and project managers to align on goals, timelines, and expectations

Lead by example through strong creative execution, communication, and collaboration

Support video shoots, including developing shot lists, lighting setups, and equipment needs

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree preferred

3-5 years of experience in video production, post‑production, or an agency/creative environment

Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Premiere Pro, After Effects); experience with audio editing required

Familiarity with AI tools and/or 3D workflows is a plus

Strong portfolio demonstrating narrative storytelling, interview‑driven ("talking head") content, motion graphics, and typographic sensibility

Strong communication and organizational skills

Benefits
The base pay range listed reflects what we reasonably expect to offer for this role. Actual pay may vary based on location, experience, and performance. Depending on the position, benefits may include medical, dental, and vision coverage; retirement and savings plans; paid holidays and time off; supplemental insurance; and additional wellness or incentive programs.

Equal Opportunity Employer
Digital People is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status, or any other legally protected status. Digital People offers reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities; contact your local branch for inquiries. Digital People is an E-Verify employer. See our Privacy Notice for Candidates and Employees/Contractors at https://smgroupna.com/privacy-notice-for-candidates-and-employees-contractors.

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