Video Editor

1223 ESPN Productions, Inc; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 74,000 - 101,000; Full time

Job summary

ESPN Media in Charlotte, NC is seeking a Video Editor to join the Creative Studio. The role requires advanced non-linear editing for fast-paced sports news and collaboration across edit groups to support the creative process.

The ideal candidate has 4+ years of editing experience, strong knowledge of Adobe CC apps, and proficiency with media ingest/export workflows. The position requires night/weekend availability and flexibility in shifts.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years editing or related experience.
• Advanced understanding of non-linear editing software (Premiere, Avid, Edius, Qube).
• Strong knowledge of Adobe Creative Cloud apps (After Effects, Audition, Illustrator, Photoshop).
• Skilled in media transfer workflows (ingest/publish/export).
• Strong audio/video broadcast quality control knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Assemble and create content using non-linear editing software in a fast-paced sport news environment.
• Maintain high-quality video and audio standards for ESPN content.
• Conduct quality control and corrective actions to enhance videos.
• Follow established media organization and naming conventions.
• Collaborate with partners and editors to support creative process.

Skills

Non-linear editing

Communication

Team collaboration

Attention to deadlines

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's degree in Communications, Studio Production, Journalism, or related field

Tools

Adobe Premiere Pro

Avid

Grass Valley Edius

Qube

Adobe After Effects

Audition

Illustrator

Photoshop

Job description

Video Editor

ESPN Creative Studio is a unit within the Content division of ESPN. Our staff comprises Motion Graphics, Edit, Visual Storytelling, Production Enhancements and Innovations, Creative Operations, and the Music group. Positions within Creative Studio include; Video Editors, Post Editors, Producer Editors, Sound Design, Graphic Designers, Project Managers and Art Directors, etc. We are the go-to destination to conceptualize, develop, and execute content creation across all domestic and international ESPN distribution platforms. The Video Editor position possesses an advanced ability for non-linear video editing in a fast-paced sport news environment. The Video Editor is expected to be an effective collaborator within various Edit areas and partners to help support the creative process, while editing at an advanced creative level. They help develop personnel, projects, and individual skillsets that propel Edit and Creative Studio into the future. The schedule for this role includes nights and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Exhibits advanced skill to assemble and create content using non-linear editing software in a fast-paced sport news environment.
• Strong editing skills, effective communication, and ability to perform well under pressure, high demand, strict timelines and/or live conditions with little supervision.
• Ensure all created content meets ESPN’s high standards for video and audio quality.
• Conducts quality control measuring and corrective action steps to ensure and/or enhance video content.
• Demonstrates a strong knowledge of editing workflow, software and facility layout in assigned areas.
• Responsible for adhering to established organization of media and naming conventions.
• Establish strong relationships and gain knowledge of our partners, including their impact and/or specific integration with Creative Studio.
• Advanced organizational, creative, communication, and planning skills are required for team collaborative success.
• Provides strong service to all collaborative partners.
• Must have the skill and attitude to train less experienced editors on editing workflows and software.
• Will write and provide feedback on training initiatives and project contributions.
• Keep updated on knowledge of industry technology and help establish new workflows to create accurate and effective results on specific or future assignments.
• Must have the ability to train and learn new techniques/software platforms that align with industry needs and trends.
• Ability to identify and quickly escape issues.
• Recommend solutions and/or resolve operational errors and equipment failures.
• Provide strong multi-directional communication to ensure success of assignments and accomplishments.
• Self-initiate creative projects and pitch ideas towards departmental objectives.
• Strong understanding of multiple file-based formats and provide file-based ingest support.

Required Qualifications

• A minimum of 4 years of editing or related experience.
• Advanced understanding of non-linear editing software (Adobe Premiere, Avid, Grass Valley Edius or Qube, etc.).
• Strong knowledge of Adobe Creative Cloud (After Effects, Audition, Illustrator, Photoshop, etc.).
• Skilled in media transfer workflows (ingest/publish/export).
• Strong understanding of audio and video broadcast quality control (video scopes, audio levels, CALM Act compliance, etc.).
• Ability to collaborate and work in a quick turn-around, sport newsroom environment.
• Candidates must have a good computer background (Microsoft Office, Slack, Workfront, etc.).
• Demonstrates strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Flexibility to work overtime and alter shifts/days off to accommodate projects and departmental objectives.

Preferred Qualifications

• Has in-depth background in non-linear editing in an area including Adobe (Premiere, AE, Audition, etc.) Grass Valley, Edius, etc.
• Strong understanding of linear, non-linear, social media production workflows.
• Knowledge of PC or Mac operating system.
• Bilingual (written and spoken) in both English and Spanish.

Required Education

• High School Diploma or equivalent

Preferred Education

• Bachelor's Degree in Communications, Studio Production, Journalism, or related field
• Vocational School or related experience

Employment Type

Full time

Primary City, State, Region, Postal Code: Charlotte, NC, USA

Compensation

• The hiring range for this position in Charlotte, NC is $73,800.00 to $101,400.00 per year based on a 40-hour work week.
• The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate’s geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors.
• A bonus and/or long-term incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to the full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered.

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