Sight & Sound is an organization comprised of people with diverse talents coming together as one in Christ to tell His story through who we are and what we do.  We foster a culture of love for God and love for others, trust and teamwork, and a collaborative environment in which we get to do our best work every day.  

The Video Editor is responsible for taking the raw footage shot by the video capture team and turning it into a compelling story that supports the project strategy, captures the viewer’s attention, keeps them engaged, and delivers the message.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Edit video footage into TV commercials, show DVDs and digital features, promotional and behind-the-scenes videos, etc. for both internal and external audiences – supporting all branches.
• Contribute to the development of story for all video projects, but also for other medium.
• Create the initial sound design for the video project, which may include selecting music, roughing in sound effects, and writing voice-overs. Work with the Audio team to finalize.
• Collaborate with the Brand Development Graphics Team and freelancers (as needed) to create graphical elements that enhance our projects.
• Color grade footage to create visually compelling images.
• Work closely with Brand Content Producer to create a final product that matches the vision.
• Work closely with the Video Production Supervisor to concept ideas and develop shot lists. Assist with shooting as needed.
• Contribute to Sight & Sound FILMS during film production as needed (DIT, 2nd AC, etc.). Working as part of the post production team as needed (AE, etc.).
• All other duties as assigned.

Prerequisites:

• Must be creatively and technically-minded, understanding the ebbs and flows of the creative process
• Must demonstrate strong and fluent editorial techniques through proper timing, pacing, organization, and asset management within an edit project and timeline
• Needs to demonstrate the ability to receive creative/artistic direction and turn it into tangible work, following a creative brief, script, and/or outline, where relevant
• Must be capable of handling multiple, multiweek-long video editing projects simultaneously
• Must have an extreme attention to detail — ensuring the content is of the highest quality and is meeting branding requirements and goals
• Has the ability to navigate between digital platforms, learn a broad range of new programs, and fully understand the production/post-production workflow. Proficiency in key software (Adobe Premiere, Resolve, etc.)
• Working knowledge of audio production, motion graphics, and special effects is highly beneficial
• Experience in live broadcast production
• Must stay current on trends, technology, and industry, keeping up with the ever-changing requirements of various social platforms

The physical demands of this position include a blend of active and desk work. You will be at a desk frequently, as well as standing and walking frequently, potentially kneeling, crouching, stepping onto ladders. This position is expected to lift/exert up to 50 lbs of force. The full physical requirements of this job are available upon request.

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.