Hybrid Video Editor & Motion Artist - Freelance

Part 4; Los Angeles (CA); Hybrid; USD 41,328 - 68,880; Part time

Job summary

A leading media production company based in Los Angeles is seeking a Freelance Hybrid Video Editor and Motion Artist to join their team. In this role, you will create impactful visual stories for major entertainment brands, managing multiple projects with clear organization. Ideal candidates possess over 3 years of experience in a creative environment, showcasing expertise in Adobe Premiere Pro and After Effects, and a strong portfolio demonstrating your storytelling abilities across various formats. This hybrid role offers flexibility but may require extended hours to meet deadlines.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in a fast-paced agency or creative environment.
• Strong knowledge of Adobe Premiere Pro and After Effects required.
• Expertise in video production including editing, color correction, audio mixing.

Responsibilities

• Conceptualize and develop motion graphics and visual effects.
• Manage video edits for multiple concurrent campaigns.
• Collaborate with teams to ensure high creative standards.

Skills

Adobe Premiere Pro

Adobe After Effects

Creative storytelling

Video production techniques

Communication skills

Motion graphics

Tools

Photoshop

Cinema 4D

Blender

Maya

Job description

Freelance | Hybrid Video Editor & Motion Artist

Part 4 is looking for a Freelance Hybrid Video Editor and Motion Graphics Artist to join our team. You'll be an integral member of the video production team, working on projects for some of the biggest entertainment brands in the world. You are an exceptional visual storyteller with a strong technical background across both editing and motion graphics, with a keen eye for detail and organization and the ability to move fluidly between disciplines as project needs demand.

You anticipate needs, find good communication invaluable, and multi-tasking energizes you to produce your best work. You watch movies and TV more than others and are excited to share that passion with the world.

Responsibilities Include:

• Conceptualize and develop world‑class motion graphics, animations, and visual effects that enhance the visual storytelling of an edit, ensuring smooth transitions, proper pacing, and creative concepts that push the needle against campaign strategy.
• Translate complex creative ideas into cohesive, visually engaging stories that balance editorial pacing with dynamic motion design.
• Manage video edits for multiple concurrent campaigns, including footage selection, rough cuts, audio editing, color correction, clip swaps, and finalizing for delivery to a variety of clients and vendors.
• Apply a strong understanding of industry process and workflow, including VFX, live action integration, camera and object tracking, and 3D compositing, where applicable.
• Collaborate across a wide variety of teams, including art direction, strategy, project management, and creative leadership to reflect the client’s vision and brand objectives, maintaining high creative standards, flawless execution, and timely delivery.
• Work closely with art directors and designers to ensure seamless integration of visual elements and motion graphics into all video deliverables.
• Troubleshoot and find timely solutions to support the needs of your projects across both edit and motion disciplines.
• Stay up to date on the latest editing and motion graphics trends, software updates, plugins, and industry best practices. An interest in and understanding of the latest social trends is required.
• Independently prioritize tasks and meet all deadlines in a fast‑paced, deadline‑driven environment.
• QA all work before sending to creative direction and production.

Skills / Qualifications:

• 3+ years working in a fast‑paced agency or creative client environment. Entertainment experience is a plus.
• A robust knowledge of Adobe Premiere Pro and Adobe After Effects is required. Strong working knowledge of Photoshop is essential. Experience within 3D software is a plus (Cinema 4D, Blender, Maya).
• A strong understanding of video production techniques, including footage selection, editing, color correction, audio mixing, and visual effects.
• Proven ability to concept and execute motion graphics and animation that enhance narrative storytelling across a variety of formats and platforms.
• A strong sense of narrative structure, pacing, and visual storytelling techniques to create impactful and engaging content across both edit and motion disciplines.
• Strong communication skills to distill client and internal direction, ask clarifying questions, and collaborate effectively across teams.
• Familiarity with copyright laws, licensing agreements, and intellectual property rights related to video and audio content.
• You strive to be the best in the business and possess strong collaboration skills, top‑notch communication, an excellent work ethic, a keen eye for detail, excellent organization, and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Positive attitude, desire to maintain healthy relationships, and are considerate, outgoing, and flexible.
• Willing to occasional work extended hours, including weekends, as required by deadlines.
• Exceptional portfolio showcasing both video editing and motion graphics skills, demonstrating creative storytelling abilities across a range of projects and formats.