Video Editor

Chicago, IL (On-site)

Salary Not AvailableMid LevelFull time

Posted 1 day ago

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Job Summary

You will own end-to-end video editing and post-production for the campaign, turning raw footage into platform-ready content across social, digital ads, fundraising, and rapid response, while upholding the campaign’s visual style and messaging.

  • Edit and deliver multiple projects under tight deadlines
  • Collaborate with the Senior Video Producer, Creative Director, and digital team
  • Organize assets to support efficient post-production

Job Description

Responsibilities

  • Serve as the primary editor for the campaign's day-to-day video production needs.
  • Transform existing footage into polished, platform-ready content for social media, digital advertising, fundraising, and rapid response.
  • Edit short-form and long-form videos while maintaining the campaign's visual style, pacing, and messaging.
  • Manage multiple editing projects simultaneously and deliver high-quality work under tight deadlines.
  • Collaborate with the Senior Video Producer, Creative Director, and digital team to execute the campaign's creative vision.
  • Organize, label, and maintain video assets and project files to ensure an efficient post-production workflow.
  • Incorporate graphics, captions, music, color correction, sound mixing, and basic motion graphics into finished videos.
  • Assist with video production and camera operation on an as-needed basis for campaign events or special projects.

Requirements

  • Strong editing, storytelling, and post-production skills with an eye for pacing and visual communication.
  • Expertise in Adobe Premiere Pro and familiarity with the Adobe Creative Suite, including After Effects and Photoshop.
  • Ability to produce high-quality content quickly while managing multiple deadlines.
  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail in file management and post-production workflows.
  • Experience editing social-first content optimized for platforms such as Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, and X.
  • Familiarity with professional camera equipment and production workflows; experience operating cameras is preferred but not required.
  • Prior experience in a fast-paced creative, political, advocacy, or news environment is a plus.

Headcount Trend

Current headcount: ~21

Marketing Team

Marketing Team Size
3 (14% of company)
Marketing Roles Posted (Last 30 Days)
1