Video Editor (Contract) - Remote

Overview

The Daily Dot seeks an experienced video editor to join the team on a contract basis. You will be expected to work on a variety of editing projects, from turning around timely news videos in a matter of hours to working on more long-form videos based on our original reporting, all while collaborating across the newsroom.

In Short

• Adapt existing articles into short video scripts.
• Record and edit 2-3 short-form reels per week covering the Daily Dot's trending internet culture stories.
• Incorporate original graphics and pre-built .mogrt templates into original content while maintaining the Daily Dot's brand guidelines.
• Record clear and professional voice-overs as needed for reels.
• Incorporate feedback in a timely manner and revise videos as needed to maintain quality, accuracy, and tone.
• Gather and organize necessary video, audio, and graphic assets for 1-2 long-form YouTube videos per week.
• Edit, mix, and caption long-form videos based on provided voice-over and script.

Requirements

• 2-3 years of proven experience in video production and editing.
• Fluency in Adobe Premiere Pro.
• Basic proficiency in After Effects (masking, 2D animation, Premiere workflows, etc).
• Basic proficiency in audio mixing.
• Proficiency in resizing and reformatting Photoshop and Illustrator graphics for video a plus.
• Comfortable working under tight deadlines with quick turnaround times.

Benefits

• Fully remote work environment.
• Opportunity to work on diverse video projects.
• Collaborative team environment.
• Support for diversity and inclusion in the workplace.