Video Editor at Motion Recruitment Bethesda, MD

Motion Recruitment; Bethesda (MD); Hybrid; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Healing Strides Counseling seeks a Contract Video Editor in Bethesda, MD, for a hybrid, 14-month engagement. Role focuses on post-production—editing, graphics, minor animation, and basic sound work—working with the Studio Team and Producers.

You will handle 1–3 videos daily, ensure brand consistency, and support accessibility needs while managing multiple projects.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience editing video content.
• Background in video production, journalism, communications, or related field.
• Proficient with Premiere Pro and After Effects; Illustrator a plus.
• Basic text/graphics animation knowledge; post sound mixing a plus.
• Experience with NAS/File Sharing and remote access workflows.

Responsibilities

• Interpret scripts and prepare assets and project files.
• Create rough cuts, editing 1-3 videos per day.
• Collaborate with Studio and Director of Photography to match scripts.
• Refine edits with notes from Producers and Writers.
• Create minor animations for static images.
• Organize project files and assets; ensure accessibility and brand standards.

Skills

Storytelling

multitasking

Communication

Organization

Project management

Independent work

Tools

Adobe Premiere Pro

After Effects

Illustrator

NAS / File Sharing

Jump Desktop Connect

Job description

Our client, a major healthcare education platform, is looking for a Video Editor to join their team! This is a hybrid position in Bethesda, MD. Only local applicants will be considered. *** This begins as a 14 month contract that can extend longer or convert to FT at any time ***

Role Summary

A leading producer of health education videos seeks a Contract Video Editor to partner with the Studio Team to produce high-quality, short-form educational videos. This role will primarily focus on post-production, including editing, graphics, minimal sound mixing, and some basic animation. The Contract Video Editor will work closely with the Head of Content and Producer/Writers to create the final video content.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Interpret the script and prepare/collect the corresponding assets and project files
• Create rough cuts for each project, editing 1-3 videos per day
• Collaborate with the Studio and Director of Photography to ensure footage is accurate and matches the latest version of the scripts
• Collaborate with the Writer/Producer to refine each edit and incorporate notes from multiple sources
• Create minor animations for static images to create engaging visuals
• Manage and organize project files and assets
• Ensure content aligns with brand standards, accessibility guidelines, and audience needs

Qualifications & Skills

• 3+ years of experience editing video content
• Background in video production, journalism, communications, or a related field
• Must be very comfortable using Adobe Creative Suite, specifically Premiere Pro and After Effects; Illustrator experience is a plus
• Must have a basic knowledge of text and graphics animation
• Experience with post sound mixing a plus
• Experience using NAS or FileSharing system a plus
• Familiarity with Jump Desktop Connect (or other remote access workflows) a plus
• Ability to work independently while taking direction from Producers
• Must be able to multitask and manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Strong storytelling skills with the ability to adapt complex topics for different audiences
• Strong understanding of the full video production lifecycle, including pre-production, production, and post-production
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and project management skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Experience creating healthcare, medical, or patient education content is a plus
• Passion for creating high-quality, human-centered content
• Must provide and maintain a reliable home office space, including a computer, high-speed internet connection, and other equipment necessary to perform the role.