Video Editor

We are looking for a Video Editor for our culinary client. This is an ongoing 6-month engagement to start with a possible extension. It will be a 40-hour-a-week onsite role in the San Diego Metropolitan Area. You will be responsible for producing visually engaging videos supporting the client's marketing initiatives, from editing raw footage to delivering polished final cuts ready for various platforms. This role involves collaborating with the marketing team to ensure videos align with brand objectives and captivate our audience through compelling visuals, audio, and motion graphics.

Responsibilities

• Video Editing: Edit raw footage to the desired length, format, and visual style.
• Motion Graphics & Animation: Enhance videos with motion graphics and animations to engage viewers.
• Color Correction & Grading: Apply color correction techniques for consistent and appealing visuals.
• Audio Mixing & Mastering: Mix and master audio tracks to optimize sound quality.
• File Management: Encode final videos for multiple formats, archive project files, and maintain an organized library of footage, graphics, and audio.
• Creative Collaboration: Work closely with the marketing team to develop and execute video concepts.
• Industry Awareness: Stay current with video editing trends and techniques to keep content fresh and relevant.
• Project Support: Adapt to new projects as they arise, contributing fresh ideas and creative solutions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in film, video production, or related field, or equivalent experience.
• 2+ years of experience in video editing and post-production.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, particularly Premiere Pro, After Effects, and Audition.
• Knowledge of video formats, codecs, and resolutions.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills, with a keen eye for detail and aesthetics.
• Passion for storytelling and crafting visually impactful videos.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with motion graphics and animation software (e.g., After Effects).
• Knowledge of color grading techniques.
• Familiarity with 3D software (e.g., Cinema 4D).
• Awareness of video marketing and social media trends.
• Ability to manage tight deadlines and multiple projects

The target hiring compensation range for this role is the equivalent of $30 to $35 an hour. Compensation is based on several factors including, but not limited to education, relevant work experience, relevant certifications, and location.

Aquent Talent connects the best talent in marketing, creative, and design with the world's biggest brands.

Our talent get access to amazing benefits like subsidized health, vision, and dental plans, paid sick leave, and retirement plans with a match. We also offer free online training through Aquent Gymnasium. More information on our awesome benefits!

Aquent is an equal-opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics. We're about creating an inclusive environment—one where different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives are valued, and everyone can contribute, grow their careers, and thrive.