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Photo & Video Editor / Content Producer

All Aviation Jobs · Los Angeles, CA, USA ·

Job type:
Contract

Hermeus is a venture-backed defense aviation company reclaiming the lost art of rapid iterative prototyping to build the fastest aircraft in the world today. By prioritizing relentless hardware iteration, we deliver high-speed systems at the pace of the modern battlefield. We work with the Department of War to provide the high-speed capabilities our nation and its allies need to maintain a durable, asymmetric advantage.

About The Role
We’re looking for a versatile Photo & Video Editor / Content Producer to support our creative team on a contract basis, working approximately two days per week. The role will focus primarily on video editing and post-production, with photo and video capture support as needed.

Working closely with the Creative Lead, this person will take projects from raw footage and photography through final delivery, producing high-quality visual content that maintains a consistent visual standard and supports the company’s brand, storytelling, and communications needs.

Responsibilities

Edit video content using DaVinci Resolve

Edit, color correct, and process photography using Adobe Lightroom and Photoshop

Organize and manage photo and video assets

Work with the Creative Lead to execute creative direction across projects

Maintain consistency in visual style, color, pacing, and quality

Prepare and export final assets for web, social, presentations, marketing, and other uses

Occasionally assist with on-location or in-studio photo and video capture

Operate Sony camera systems and related production equipment

Incorporate feedback and manage revisions through final delivery

Help maintain an organized post-production workflow

Requirements

Strong proficiency in DaVinci Resolve, Adobe Lightroom, and Photoshop

Experience editing both video and photography

Familiarity with Sony professional and mirrorless camera systems

Professional experience within aerospace, technology, or a marketing team/department

Strong understanding of color, composition, pacing, and visual storytelling

Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines

Ability to work independently while staying closely aligned with the Creative Lead

Preferred Skills & Experience

Motion graphics or animation experience, including After Effects, Fusion, or similar tools

Experience capturing content in technical, industrial, aerospace, automotive, or other fast-paced environments

Familiarity with professional lighting, audio, camera support, and production workflows

The salary range listed for this role is intended as a general guideline. Final compensation will be determined based on a variety of factors, including role scope and responsibilities, relevant experience, education and training, key skills, market data, and business needs.

At Hermeus, compensation is only one part of our total rewards package. We offer competitive pay, equity, and a range of benefits designed to support our team.

Benefits

Health & Wellness: 100% employer-paid healthcare and pet insurance

Financial: Competitive pay, stock options, 401(k) retirement plan, and potential year-end bonuses

Time Off: Paid parental leave, 12 federal holidays, unlimited PTO for exempt employees, and generous accrued PTO for non-exempt employees

Office Perks: Weekly paid office lunches and fully stocked breakrooms

U.S. EXPORT CONTROL COMPLIANCE STATUS

120.62or otherwise eligible for deemed export licensing. US persons include U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, lawful permanent residents (green card holders), and asylees and refugees with such status granted, not pending.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY
Hermeus is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions at Hermeus are based solely on merit, competence, and qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability, or any other legally protected status.

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