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Job Summary

As the Video Editor, you will play a crucial role in the post-production process, shaping compelling and immersive video content that captivates audiences and elevates the brand’s storytelling. You will be responsible for editing high-quality videos across multiple formats, incorporating dynamic visuals, sound design, and motion graphics to create engaging content. Reporting to the Production Manager, you will collaborate closely with Producers and the Production team from project inception to final delivery, implementing feedback and refining creative execution.

Your deep expertise in multi-camera talk shows, podcast-style content, storytelling techniques, motion graphics, color correction, and sound mixing will be essential. You will also contribute to optimizing workflows, experimenting with new creative techniques, and developing Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to enhance efficiency and ensure consistency.

Key Responsibilities

1. Post-Production Execution: Transform raw footage into visually compelling narratives that engage and inspire audiences. Execute all aspects of post-production, including video editing, motion graphics, color grading, sound design, sound mixing, music selection, and final delivery of episodes, ads, intros, trailers, sizzles, and clips. Innovate and experiment with editing techniques, transitions, and visual storytelling methods to elevate content quality. Maintain brand consistency and high-quality standards across all projects.
2. Technical & Software Management: Stay ahead of industry trends, emerging editing tools, and cutting-edge post-production techniques. Assist in optimizing software and hardware setups to elevate workflows.
3. Creative Development & Producing: Bring a cinematic and artistic approach to editing, enhancing storytelling and production value. Work with stakeholders to produce dynamic post-production assets such as branded intros, ad placements, and promotional materials. Experiment with pacing, composition, and storytelling techniques to maximize engagement.
4. Copywriting for Graphics & Creative Enhancements: Craft impactful on-screen text and motion graphics copy. Collaborate with designers and animators to create seamless visual and motion design elements.
5. Collaboration & Team Contribution: Work closely with Producers, Writers, and stakeholders. Provide feedback and mentorship to junior editors.
6. Quality Assurance & Industry Awareness: Ensure content adherence to brand and storytelling standards. Continuously expand knowledge of audience engagement strategies, storytelling techniques, and platform algorithms to optimize reach.

Requirements

Required Skills & Qualifications: 5+ years of video editing experience, 2+ years with motion graphics, proficiency in Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects, Final Cut Pro X, knowledge of codecs and file types, advanced color correction, sound mixing, and storytelling skills. Ability to work onsite in West Hollywood, excellent communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.

Preferred Qualifications: Experience with long- and short-form videos, multi-camera editing, audio syncing, creative instincts for motion graphics, and a passion for digital storytelling. Experience with AI tools is a plus.

Physical Requirements: Prolonged desk work, attention to detail, effective communication.

Benefits: Salary $90,000 - $100,000, health plans, 401(k), flexible PTO, subscriptions, and educational resources.

Impact Theory is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We provide reasonable accommodations under California law.