Video Editor, Robotaxi Job at Tesla in Austin

Video Editor

We are seeking a talented and experienced Video Editor to join our Robotaxi Content team based in Austin, TX. This person will be responsible for taking video projects from post-production to final delivery, ensuring videos are completed on time while maintaining Tesla's video standards and upholding the Tesla brand.
This role is post-production-focused. Content will include public-facing Robotaxi videos — product, factory, and industry updates; customer engagement; and creative content that highlights milestones, product launches, the customer journey, and public engagement.
Responsibilities

Develop edit concepts that serve business needs and communicate the vision to stakeholders and collaborators
Collaborate closely with creatives to shape stories and define pacing, tone, and structure
Lead the post-production workflow from ingest to final delivery, including versioning, color, sound, motion graphics, and basic VFX
Maintain consistency across projects by applying Tesla's visual identity and editorial standards
Coordinate interdepartmentally within Tesla to align on edit feedback, revisions, and approvals
Troubleshoot technical challenges and ensure delivery specs are met across formats and platforms
Organize and archive digital assets locally and via shared content platforms (Frame.io)
Requirements

5+ years of video editing at an agency, production company, or in-house creative department, with proven experience from post-production to final delivery
A strong reel demonstrating storytelling, pacing, visual continuity, and finish across short-form and long-form work; branded, documentary, or automotive content a plus
Highly creative, organized, and detailed; able to carry multiple projects in parallel and turn challenges into opportunities
Editing in Adobe Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro, or DaVinci Resolve
After Effects or DaVinci Resolve for titling, motion graphics, and basic VFX
Solid understanding of color grading, sound design, and post workflows for short-form and long-form content
Experience with asset management systems, proxy workflows, and cloud-based review tools (e.g., Frame.io)