Motion Graphics Video Editor (Urban Planning & Transportation)

Streetcraft; United States; Remote; USD 27,900 - 33,480; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedule

Access to stock footage, music, and plugins

Opportunity to impact real-world issues

Job summary

A creative content studio is seeking a Motion Graphics Video Editor to produce visually compelling videos for urban planning and transportation. This contract role offers a flexible schedule and a monthly retainer of $2,500 – $3,000, depending on experience. Candidates should demonstrate strong editing and motion graphics skills, with proficiency in Adobe Premiere Pro and After Effects. Passion for transportation and urban planning is essential. Join us to impact the way urban planning is communicated!

Qualifications

• Portfolio demonstrating both editing and motion graphics work.
• Previous experience creating content is required.
• Curiosity about transportation and urban planning.

Responsibilities

• Edit videos from start to finish.
• Create simple, intuitive motion graphics.
• Collaborate with the Story Producer to plan visuals.

Skills

Strong editing and motion graphics skills

Proficiency in Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects, Photoshop, and Illustrator

Ability to design visuals

Strong sense of pacing, clarity, and flow

Clear communication and collaboration skills

Job description

Motion Graphics Video Editor (Urban Planning & Transportation)

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Streetcraft is a leading creator of urban planning and transportation content, reaching a large global audience through engaging, solution‑oriented videos. We use simple language, clear visuals, and strong storytelling to make urban planning feel exciting and accessible.

Role Overview

We are looking for a Motion Graphics Video Editor who can take a script and turn it into a clear, visually compelling video through editing, explanatory visuals, and motion graphics. This is a contract‑based creative role focused on producing videos for social media, organizations, and cities.

What You Will Do

• Edit videos from start to finish
• Assemble clear, well‑paced edits for long‑form & short‑form content, matching the tone and structure of existing Streetcraft videos.
• Create simple, intuitive motion graphics
• Animate diagrams, maps, labels, before/after visuals, and basic roadway elements to support the narrative.
• Collaborate with the Story Producer
• Work together to plan visuals and identify moments where animation or diagrams will improve clarity.
• Maintain consistent visual style
• Follow Streetcraft’s established look, rhythm, and clarity‑first approach.

What You Will Need

• Strong editing and motion graphics skills
• Proficiency in Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects, Photoshop, and Illustrator.
• Ability to design visuals
• You should be comfortable creating clean diagrams and graphics.
• A strong sense of pacing, clarity, and flow
• Edits should feel engaging, intentional, and easy to follow.
• A portfolio demonstrating both editing and motion graphics work
• Previous experience creating content is required.
• Curiosity about transportation and urban planning
• While you don’t need to be a pro, a strong passion and eagerness to learn are essential.
• Clear communication and collaboration skills
• Crucial for working with the writer to bring the script to life visually.

What’s Great About This Role

• Flexible schedule with creative, project‑based work.
• Access to Streetcraft’s stock footage, music, and plugins.
• Work on content seen by millions and tied to real‑world impact.
• Room to grow into a more permanent creative position.
• No formal degree required. Skills and creativity matter most.

Compensation and Workload

This is a contract role paid via a monthly retainer.

Retainer

• $2,500 – $3,000 per month (depending on experience).

Expected Output

• Average of 1 long‑form video (8–12 min) and 4–5 short‑form videos (~1 min) per month.

Flexibility

• Workload may fluctuate, but we will collaborate to ensure the scope remains fair and consistent.

This job description outlines the main responsibilities, but additional tasks or adjustments may be requested as the scope of projects evolves.

Streetcraft is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and contractors.