Video Editor/Motion Designer Job at Citizens for John Kelly in Chicago

Citizens for John Kelly is seeking a Video Editor and Motion Graphics Specialist to support a fast-paced political campaign communications team in Chicago (Hybrid / Remote). The role focuses on producing and editing video and motion graphics for digital advertising, social media, and campaign communications, often under tight deadlines.

Key Responsibilities

Edit high-quality videos for digital advertising, social media, campaign communications, and other platforms.

Turn interviews, event footage, and other raw material into story-driven content.

Create professional motion graphics, including animated text, transitions, and visual effects.

Handle advanced color correction and color grading, as well as audio editing and sound mixing.

Produce multiple versions of assets optimized for different platforms and formats.

Collaborate with campaign leadership on creative concepts and their execution.

Manage multiple projects at once while meeting demanding production timelines.

Maintain organized project files and efficient post-production workflows.

Deliver polished, professional content on tight timelines, including rapid-response deliverables.

Required Skills and Qualifications

Advanced proficiency with

Adobe Premiere Pro ,

DaVinci Resolve , and

Adobe After Effects .

Proven expertise across professional editing workflows, color grading, audio mixing, and motion graphics.

Strong storytelling ability and strong visual judgment.

Experience editing documentary-style content, interviews, promotional videos, or digital advertising.

Ability to work quickly without compromising production quality.

Strong organization, attention to detail, and the ability to incorporate feedback.

Experience producing content for social media and digital platforms.

Ability to work independently, taking projects from raw footage through final delivery.

A

portfolio or demo reel

demonstrating exceptional editing ability.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience producing political, advocacy, issue-based, or public affairs content.

Background in commercial advertising, documentary production, or professional digital media.

Experience creating short-form, high-impact video content.

Familiarity with campaign-style storytelling and rapid-response communications.

Ability to contribute creative ideas, not only carry out editing instructions.

Experience working in high-pressure, deadline-driven creative environments.

Tools and Technologies

Adobe Premiere Pro

DaVinci Resolve

Adobe After Effects

Compensation and Engagement

Pay:

$25-$40 per hour, based on experience, technical skills, and portfolio.

Job type:

Contract

Schedule:

Flexible hours with the potential for substantial ongoing work during the campaign.

Availability:

Occasional rapid-turnaround projects may require evenings and weekends.

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