Communication Coordinator - Documentary Video Editor

umiami; Coral Gables (FL); On-site; USD 18,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of Miami is seeking a temporary, part-time Communications Coordinator in Coral Gables, FL. The Documentary Video Editor will transform hours of raw documentary footage into a cohesive, professionally finished film, working closely with the director/producer.

The role requires color correction/grading skills and collaboration across departments to deliver polished work suitable for film festivals and distribution.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in relevant field or MFA in Motion Picture Production.
• Minimum 2 years of relevant experience required.
• Learning agility, teamwork, and ability to adapt to priorities.
• Proficient with office software and relevant computer applications.

Responsibilities

• Edit raw documentary footage on professional editing systems (AVID).
• Perform color correction and grading for consistency across footage.
• Collaborate with director/producer to craft cohesive documentary pieces.

Skills

Learning Agility

Teamwork

Technical Proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree in relevant field

MFA in Motion Picture Production

Tools

AVID

Job description

The University of Miami, School of Communication, has an exciting opportunity for a temporary part time Communications Coordinator to work in Coral Gables, FL.

The Documentary Video Editor is responsible for transforming hours of raw documentary footage into a compelling, cohesive, and professionally finished film. The position works closely with the director/producer.

The editor also performs color correction and grading to ensure consistency in exposure, color balance, skin tones, and overall visual style across footage captured under varying conditions and with different cameras. This skill is essential to delivering a technically polished documentary suitable for film festival exhibition and other professional distribution.

Department Specific Functions

• The Documentary Film Editor will assist documentary directors/producers in editing raw documentary footage on professional editing equipment such as AVID.

This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary.

Core Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in relevant field required or MFA in Motion Picture Production
• Minimum 2 years of relevant experience required
• Learning Agility: Ability to learn new procedures, technologies, and protocols, and adapt to changing priorities and work demands.
• Teamwork: Ability to work collaboratively with others and contribute to a team environment.

• Technical Proficiency: Skilled in using office software, technology, and relevant computer applications.

Any relevant education, certifications and/or work experience may be considered.

The University of Miami is recognized as one of the nation’s premier research institutions and academic health systems and is among the largest employers in South Florida.

With more than 20,000 faculty and staff, the University is committed to excellence and guided by a mission to positively impact the lives of students, patients, and communities locally and globally.

We are dedicated to fostering a culture where every individual feels valued and empowered to contribute meaningfully. United by shared values, the University community works together to build an environment defined by purpose, collaboration, and service.

The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law. Click here for additional information.

Job Status: Part time

Employee Type: Temporary