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Video Editor

  • Remote / USA

Job Description

Job Description

The Video Editor will work closely with other members of the video team as well as our reporters and producers to conceptualize, script, produce, and edit news-driven videos — with a mission to change policy in our country — ranging from breaking news, opinion pieces, policy explainers, exclusive interviews and short field documentaries.

The Video Editor will report directly to the Supervising Producer. The Video Editor must be immersed in and excited about the process of telling stories through video, with the technical and narrative skills to create powerful stories that hook viewers and keep people watching to the end. The position requires a high level of self-sufficiency, strong collaboration and communication skills, and a desire to help develop and grow our brand.

Core Responsibilities

Core Responsibilities

  • Conceptualize and edit videos ranging from studio productions and text-driven narratives to field documentaries.
  • Suggest visuals to producers at the scripting stage, as needed.
  • Give producers feedback on scripts/story structure as needed.
  • Execute best practices for achieving editorial and video excellence across the range of social platforms to which we publish.
  • Capture, source, and/or animate additional images, video, and assets as needed.
  • Conceptualize and create motion graphics .
  • Select appropriate music and sound effects, and report appropriate music usage.
  • Archive and organize projects to streamline productions.
  • Meet video teams' publishing schedules.
  • Assist in ideating ways to expand our asset library.
  • Complete assignments from supervisor and colleagues and meet deadlines.
  • Manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet expected deadline.
  • Maintain high standard of work in a nimble, fast paced environment.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Experience/Qualifications

Experience/Qualifications

• Mastery of Adobe Premiere, experience with After Effects, Photoshop, Illustrator a plus

• Documentary, journalism, and/or political experience

• Producing, scripting or development experience a plus

• Meticulous organization and media management skills

• Up to date knowledge of latest video editing software updates, presets and plugins

• An excellent communicator and collaborator, with strong interpersonal skills

• A self-starter who pays close attention to detail and is highly organized

• Ability to operate in a nimble environment

• A passion for economic justice and progressive political change

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skill

• A high level of organization and self-motivation

Preferred Qualifications

Experience working with Shopify Plus stores.

Knowledge of Node.js and backend integrations.

Experience with headless CMS platforms such as Contentful, Sanity, or Strapi.

Familiarity with Google Analytics, GTM, SEO, and conversion rate optimization (CRO).

Exposure to Agile/Scrum development methodologies.

Experience working in distributed or cross-functional teams.

Key Deliverables

End-to-end implementation and maintenance of Shopify storefronts.

Development of both Hydrogen and Liquid-based eCommerce experiences.

Custom theme development, enhancement, and optimization.

High-performing, scalable, and conversion-focused online shopping experiences.

Reliable integration of third-party applications and enterprise systems.

Continuous improvement of site performance, usability, and customer experience.

Contact

share your updated resume:

info@perfectunion.us