Senior Video Editor

Los Angeles, CA (On-site)

$75K/yr – $95K/yrSenior Level4+ years expFull time

Posted 4 months ago

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Job Summary

Lead short-form video editing for social platforms within a food festival brand, focusing on compelling event content and creative direction.

  • Edit and transform raw event footage into platform-ready reels, Shorts, and TikTok videos.
  • Must-have: 4+ years of professional video editing with a strong short-form social focus.
  • Standout: Mentorship of junior editors and close collaboration with marketing for content direction.

Job Description

Responsibilities

  • Edit and produce short-form video content for Instagram Reels, TikTok, YouTube Shorts, and Facebook
  • Transform raw event footage — vendor highlights, crowd moments, food features, and brand storytelling — into compelling platform-ready edits
  • Collaborate with the social media and marketing team to develop content concepts and creative direction aligned with campaign goals
  • Maintain consistent brand voice, visual aesthetic, and quality standards across all video output
  • Manage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting tight deadlines tied to event schedules
  • Organize and manage video assets within our digital asset management system
  • Stay current on platform trends, audio trends, and editing styles relevant to food, events, and lifestyle content
  • Provide creative guidance and light mentorship to junior video team members
  • Occasionally travel to events to support on-site content capture and production

Requirements

  • 4+ years of professional video editing experience with a strong focus on short-form social media content
  • Expert-level proficiency in Adobe Premiere Pro; experience with After Effects, CapCut, or DaVinci Resolve is a plus
  • Deep understanding of platform-specific formats and best practices for TikTok, Instagram Reels, YouTube Shorts, and Facebook
  • Strong sense of pacing, storytelling, and audio design within short-form formats
  • Experience editing high-energy content in the food, entertainment, events, or lifestyle space preferred
  • Ability to work independently and manage deadlines in a fast-paced, event-driven environment
  • Strong organizational skills with the ability to handle large volumes of footage
  • A portfolio or reel demonstrating range, creativity, and platform-specific editing experience is required at time of application

Preferred

  • Experience with After Effects, CapCut, or DaVinci Resolve is a plus
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FoodieLand

FoodieLand is America’s leading producer of premier food festivals, uniting diverse culinary experiences, live entertainment, and local vendors to create immersive, vibrant destinations. Each year, we host over 21+ large-scale events across the country, welcoming more than 2+ million guests. Our portfolio includes nationally recognized events such as FoodieLand, 626 Night Market, and the iconic Bite of Seattle, which recently celebrated its 40th anniversary.With a presence in major markets including Los Angeles, San Diego, Sacramento, San Jose, San Francisco, Phoenix, Las Vegas, Portland, Seattle, Austin, Dallas, Fort Worth, Houston, Atlanta, Nashville, and Charlotte, FoodieLand connects communities coast to coast through the love of food and culture.Our festivals celebrate community with an unparalleled mix of global cuisines, live music, family-friendly activities, and unique displays. From discovering innovative flavors to enjoying unforgettable moments with friends and family, every FoodieLand event is a celebration of flavor, creativity, and connection.At FoodieLand, our mission is simple: to bring people together through food, culture, and shared experiences.

Founded in 2018
Monrovia, California, USA
32 employees (5 in marketing)

Traffic Signals

Monthly Visitors
46.9K
Traffic Source Mix
Search
46.1%
Direct
48.5%
Referral
3.2%
Social
1.9%
Paid
0.3%

Headcount Trend

Current headcount: ~32

Marketing Team

Marketing Team Size
4 (13% of company)