Social Video Editor

Loyola Marymount University; New York (NY); On-site; USD 62,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

Loyola Marymount University is seeking a Social Video Editor to oversee end-to-end creation of social videos across platforms. You will collaborate with the Social Media team, ensuring content aligns with LMU's mission, branding, and audience needs.

The role emphasizes storytelling, creativity, and data-informed optimization. The position requires two years of experience, proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, and the ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced university setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Film Production, Media Studies, Communications, Marketing, or related field.
• 2 years of proven video editing experience, preferably within higher education, marketing, or content creation.
• Expertise in Adobe Creative Suite (Premiere Pro, After Effects, Photoshop) or similar tools.
• Strong understanding of social media platforms (Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, Facebook) and best practices for video content.
• Strong storytelling and visual aesthetics with a focus on engaging videos.
• Knowledge of lighting, sound, and camera operation for video production.
• Attention to detail and brand consistency across outputs.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
• Strong written and verbal communication for collaboration.
• Ability to analyze video performance and adapt content strategy.

Responsibilities

• Video Production: Create, edit, and produce engaging videos for Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, YouTube, and TikTok.
• Content Strategy Alignment: Align video content with institutional branding and goals.
• Editing and Post-production: Handle cutting, color correction, audio, graphics, and text overlays.
• Content Creation: Develop video content showcasing campus events, student life, programs, and faculty highlights.
• Social Media Optimization: Tailor content to platform guidelines and trends.
• Video Analytics: Monitor performance and use insights to improve content.
• Cross-functional collaboration: Work with Academic Communications, Student Services, Enrollment Management, Athletics.
• Time Management: Manage deadlines and multiple projects.
• Stay Current: Keep up with trends and production tools.
• Brand Consistency: Ensure alignment with LMU brand guidelines.

Skills

Video editing

Storytelling

Creative concepts

Project management

Social platforms

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Film Production or related field

Tools

Premiere Pro

After Effects

Photoshop

Job description

Social Video Editor

The Social Video Editor oversees best-in-class execution of social video projects that promote LMU's mission, programs, and initiatives across various platforms. Reporting to the Associate Director of Social Media, the role requires creativity including a solid grasp of the evolving needs of each social platform, attention to detail, the ability to be nimble and collaborate with counterparts in a highly matrixed organization, and a passion for storytelling. The position will work with the Social Media team to drive conversation and engagement across our social media platforms through strategically developed, data-informed, culturally relevant creative, expanding awareness and affinity for LMU.

Position Specific Responsibilities / Accountabilities

Video Production: Create, edit, and produce engaging videos for various social media platforms (Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, YouTube, TikTok) to enhance the university's online presence.

Content Strategy Alignment: Collaborate with university marketing and communications team to align video content with institutional branding, strategic goals, and target audience.

Editing and Post-production: Handle all aspects of video editing, including cutting, color correction, audio mixing, graphics, and text overlays.

Content Creation: Develop creative video content that showcases campus events, student life, academic programs, and faculty highlights.

Social Media Optimization: Optimize video content for different social media platforms, ensuring it adheres to platform-specific guidelines and trends.

Video Analytics: In partnership with Associate Director of Social Media, monitor the performance of videos across platforms, leveraging insights to continuously improve content development.

Cross-functional collaboration: Work closely with other units (e.g., Academic Communications, Student services, Enrollment Management, Athletics) to create video content that aligns with their needs and objectives.

Time Management: Meet deadlines and manage multiple video projects simultaneously, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality content.

Stay Current: Stay up-to-date with social media trends, video editing tools, and higher education marketing strategies.

Brand Consistency: Ensure all video content adheres to the university’s brand guidelines, tone, and voice.

Expectations

Loyola Marymount University Expectations Exhibit behavior that supports the mission, vision, and values of the university. Communicate and employ interpersonal actions that model high standards of professional, responsible, accountable and ethical conduct. Demonstrate a commitment to outstanding customer service.

The incumbent must have the ability to supervise creative, communications and technical personnel and manage complex projects with dependencies, deadlines, budgets and outside resources. The incumbent must possess the ability to implement marketing and communication principles and strategies in the execution of video projects. The incumbent must have the ability to initiate ideas, develop concepts and review the effectiveness of processes to ensure professional standards and high quality. The incumbent has the ability to assess the needs of internal clients and suggest appropriate measures to meet those needs. The incumbent is able to work effectively and independently with internal and external constituencies. The incumbent has the ability to operate in an environment in which skilled relationship management and consensus-building is required to deliver successful outcomes.

Requisite Qualifications

• Typically a Bachelor’s degree in Film Production, Media Studies, Communications, Marketing, or a related field or equivalent experience.
• Two years of proven experience in video editing, preferably within higher education, marketing, or content creation.
• Expertise in Adobe Creative Suite (Premiere Pro, After Effects, Photoshop) or similar video editing tools.
• Strong understanding of social media platforms (Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, Facebook) and best practices for video content.
• Strong sense of creativity, storytelling, and visual aesthetics, with a focus on creating engaging and impactful videos.
• Knowledge of video production techniques, including lighting, sound, and camera operation.
• Excellent eye for detail and consistency, ensuring videos meet the university's branding and quality standards.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and prioritize tasks to meet deadlines.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills for collaborating with teams and understanding the objectives of each video project.
• Ability to assess video performance metrics and adapt content strategy based on insights.
• Willingness to stay current with industry trends, emerging platforms, and video production technologies.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, creative environment, while also working independently when needed.

Please note that this position may not be eligible for visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Salary and Benefits

Salary Range $63,000.00 - $68,000.00 Salary commensurate with education and experience.

#HERC #HEJ# Staff Regular Salary range $61,800.00 - $77,300.00 Salary commensurate with education and experience.

Information for Applicants

Loyola Marymount University, a Carnegie classified R2 institution in the mainstream of American Catholic higher education, seeks outstanding applicants who value its mission and share its commitment to inclusive excellence, the education of the whole person, and the building of a just society. LMU is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing an environment free from discrimination and harassment as defined by federal, state and local law. We invite all persons in the full diversity of their being, life experience, and beliefs to apply. (Visit www.lmu.edu for more information.) LMU is committed to providing equal access to employment opportunities and ensuring a comprehensive recruitment and selection process for all applicants. Individuals who require a reasonable accommodation to participate in any stage of the application, interview, or selection process may contact Human Resources at [e-mail] or by phone at [phone]. Applicants who use relay services or other assistive communication technologies are welcome to utilize those services when contacting Human Resources. When contacting Human Resources, please include the job posting number, title of the position and department for which you are applying. Applicants are not required to disclose the nature of a disability or provide medical information when requesting an accommodation during the recruitment process. LMU will work with applicants in a timely and interactive process to identify and provide reasonable accommodations consistent with applicable federal and state law.

Founded in 1911, Loyola Marymount University is a Carnegie classified R2 institution rooted in the Jesuit and Marymount traditions. We are committed to fostering a diverse academic community rich in opportunity for intellectual engagement and real-world experience. We enroll an academically ambitious, multicultural, and socioeconomically diverse student body. We recruit, retain and support a diverse faculty committed to excellence in teaching, research, scholarship and creativity. Our three campuses are rooted in the heart of Los Angeles, a global capital for arts and entertainment, innovation and technology, business and entrepreneurship. LMU is a unique and rewarding place to work. As you consider your employment opportunities with our institution, we encourage you to take the time to learn about the university community and how it distinguishes us from other places of employment.

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