Wayfair
Video Specialist, Wayfair Specialty Brands_
Wayfair, Boston, Massachusetts, United States, 02133
Our ambition at Wayfair’s Specialty Brands - AllModern, Birch Lane, and Joss & Main - is to build the world’s largest online specialty retailers. The market opportunity is large and we are well on our way. As part of that ambition, we are elevating our creative strategy, including prioritizing video across all channels. This role is an opportunity to be a foundational member of that evolution.
We are looking for a highly driven, motivated Video Specialist to join our Specialty Retail Brand creative team. Candidates will partner with the Art Director and Digital Content lead on the three brands to articulate the vision of video projects, collaborate on early stage concepting including storyboarding, audio/visual swipe pulls, and soundtrack assistance; and take the video through post production, including cutting footage and editing for various media needs.
The ideal candidate will have a demonstrated ability to edit tight, fast-paced video; a knowledge of Basic motion graphics skills; familiarity with Premiere or comparable video editing software; and an elevated portfolio of work.
What You’ll Do
Work closely with the Art Director and Lead designers to articulate a creative vision by storyboarding concepts and pitches for various owned and paid channels: i.e site landing pages and ads for channels like Youtube TV, Pinterest, and Instagram
File managements, coordination of footage from various projects
Edit various cuts of video assets for various video project, using channel best practices
Work closely with directors of digital content to explore styles, pacing, and graphics to create exciting presentations that follow best practices
Produce high volume video edits in a short turnaround time
Meet goals and manage deadlines effectively; independently manage time and goals efficiently per bi-weekly assignments
Collaborate cross functionally with multiple teams;
Art Directors, Producers in an effort to meet business objectives
Reference brand-books and create branded videos based on the direction of the AD
Participate in some studio and location video shoots - where you may capture social video footage and edit for social media platforms
Who You Are
You have a superb eye for editing, storyboarding and concepting videos
You’re a self-starter able to move forward with or without specific art direction
You’re able to work from a defined shot list and/or high level concept, interpret tear sheets, and conceptualize your own inspiring vision for each shot
You’re self-motivated, producing exceptional storyboards with limited resources
You are a strong collaborator and have the ability to work with (and across) many teams
What You’ll Need
An online portfolio that demonstrates expertise in storyboarding, film editing, and
marketing
1-3 years of on-set experience, work in the film/commercial industry
A major in video/ film or marketing is preferred, but not required
Professional experience working with creative and editorial departments
Technical aptitude; experience with Video Editing Softwares, Photoshop, Sketch Up, Illustrator is a plus
An understanding of both still and video camera work
About Wayfair Inc.
Wayfair is one of the world’s largest online destinations for the home. Whether you work in our global headquarters in Boston or Berlin, or in our warehouses or offices throughout the world, we’re reinventing the way people shop for their homes. Through our commitment to industry-leading technology and creative problem-solving, we are confident that Wayfair will be home to the most rewarding work of your career. If you’re looking for rapid growth, constant learning, and dynamic challenges, then you’ll find that amazing career opportunities are knocking.
No matter who you are, Wayfair is a place you can call home. We’re a community of innovators, risk-takers, and trailblazers who celebrate our differences, and know that our unique perspectives make us stronger, smarter, and well-positioned for success. We value and rely on the collective voices of our employees, customers, community, and suppliers to help guide us as we build a better Wayfair – and world – for all. Every voice, every perspective matters. That’s why we’re proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, marital status, disability, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally protected characteristic.
Your personal data is processed in accordance with our Candidate Privacy Notice ( ayfair.com/careers/privacy ). If you have any questions or wish to exercise your rights under applicable privacy and data protection laws, please contact us at
dataprotectionofficer@wayfair.com .
We are looking for a highly driven, motivated Video Specialist to join our Specialty Retail Brand creative team. Candidates will partner with the Art Director and Digital Content lead on the three brands to articulate the vision of video projects, collaborate on early stage concepting including storyboarding, audio/visual swipe pulls, and soundtrack assistance; and take the video through post production, including cutting footage and editing for various media needs.
The ideal candidate will have a demonstrated ability to edit tight, fast-paced video; a knowledge of Basic motion graphics skills; familiarity with Premiere or comparable video editing software; and an elevated portfolio of work.
What You’ll Do
Work closely with the Art Director and Lead designers to articulate a creative vision by storyboarding concepts and pitches for various owned and paid channels: i.e site landing pages and ads for channels like Youtube TV, Pinterest, and Instagram
File managements, coordination of footage from various projects
Edit various cuts of video assets for various video project, using channel best practices
Work closely with directors of digital content to explore styles, pacing, and graphics to create exciting presentations that follow best practices
Produce high volume video edits in a short turnaround time
Meet goals and manage deadlines effectively; independently manage time and goals efficiently per bi-weekly assignments
Collaborate cross functionally with multiple teams;
Art Directors, Producers in an effort to meet business objectives
Reference brand-books and create branded videos based on the direction of the AD
Participate in some studio and location video shoots - where you may capture social video footage and edit for social media platforms
Who You Are
You have a superb eye for editing, storyboarding and concepting videos
You’re a self-starter able to move forward with or without specific art direction
You’re able to work from a defined shot list and/or high level concept, interpret tear sheets, and conceptualize your own inspiring vision for each shot
You’re self-motivated, producing exceptional storyboards with limited resources
You are a strong collaborator and have the ability to work with (and across) many teams
What You’ll Need
An online portfolio that demonstrates expertise in storyboarding, film editing, and
marketing
1-3 years of on-set experience, work in the film/commercial industry
A major in video/ film or marketing is preferred, but not required
Professional experience working with creative and editorial departments
Technical aptitude; experience with Video Editing Softwares, Photoshop, Sketch Up, Illustrator is a plus
An understanding of both still and video camera work
About Wayfair Inc.
Wayfair is one of the world’s largest online destinations for the home. Whether you work in our global headquarters in Boston or Berlin, or in our warehouses or offices throughout the world, we’re reinventing the way people shop for their homes. Through our commitment to industry-leading technology and creative problem-solving, we are confident that Wayfair will be home to the most rewarding work of your career. If you’re looking for rapid growth, constant learning, and dynamic challenges, then you’ll find that amazing career opportunities are knocking.
No matter who you are, Wayfair is a place you can call home. We’re a community of innovators, risk-takers, and trailblazers who celebrate our differences, and know that our unique perspectives make us stronger, smarter, and well-positioned for success. We value and rely on the collective voices of our employees, customers, community, and suppliers to help guide us as we build a better Wayfair – and world – for all. Every voice, every perspective matters. That’s why we’re proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, marital status, disability, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally protected characteristic.
Your personal data is processed in accordance with our Candidate Privacy Notice ( ayfair.com/careers/privacy ). If you have any questions or wish to exercise your rights under applicable privacy and data protection laws, please contact us at
dataprotectionofficer@wayfair.com .