Campaign Video Editor & Motion Designer (Hybrid)

Citizens for John Kelly; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

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

You will handle interviews, event footage, and other raw material, create professional motion graphics, and deliver content under tight deadlines.

Qualifications

• Advanced proficiency with professional editing workflows.
• Color grading and audio mixing expertise.
• Portfolio or demo reel demonstrating exceptional editing.
• Ability to work quickly without compromising production quality.

Responsibilities

• Edit high-quality videos for digital advertising, social media, and campaigns.
• Transform interviews, event footage into story-driven content.
• Create professional motion graphics with animated text, transitions, and VFX.
• Perform color correction and color grading, as well as audio editing.
• Produce multiple versions optimized for different platforms.
• Collaborate with campaign leadership on concepts and execution.
• Manage multiple projects with tight timelines.
• Maintain organized project files and efficient post-production workflows.
• Deliver polished content under rapid turnarounds.

Skills

Adobe Premiere Pro

DaVinci Resolve

Adobe After Effects

Tools

Adobe Premiere Pro

DaVinci Resolve

Adobe After Effects

Job description

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

You will handle interviews, event footage, and other raw material, create professional motion graphics, and deliver content under tight deadlines.