Video Editor, Reading Universe
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Video Editor, Reading UniverseReports to:
Senior Director, Learning MediaStatus:
Full-Time, Exempt, Grant-FundedSalary Range:
$85,000 - $95,000Position Overview:Reading Universe is an ambitious new national project which we hope will become the definitive online guide to teaching reading and writing effectively. Reading Universe is a collaboration among WETA, the Barksdale Reading Institute, and First Book, with other national organizations engaged as partners and supporters. We launched our prototype site in July 2023.
Reading Universe aims to be a state-of-the-art, research-based, video-rich service that offers systematic, comprehensive professional development. Reading Universe will primarily serve teachers in grades pre-K-6th grade, along with reading coaches and other educators. Reading Universe complements WETA’s established national education websites, which include (among others) Reading Rockets, Colorín Colorado, and AdLit.org.
We have produced and published more than 100 videos already, which are posted on the Reading Universe YouTube channel. High-quality video is a huge part of our project, and we plan to accelerate our video production over the next three years. We are therefore seeking a talented and experienced video editor to join us. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in video editing and storytelling, with a passion for creating compelling and polished content out of documentary-style footage. As a video editor, you will be editing a wide variety of pieces, including in-classroom videos, interviews with teachers and researchers, and multimedia “Timely Talks.”Primary Responsibilities:Edit and Assemble:
Work with raw footage to create cohesive, engaging, and high-quality video content that aligns with our editorial vision and brand standards.Creative Direction:
Provide creative input and direction to enhance the narrative and visual appeal of video projects. Collaborate with producers, directors, and other team members to achieve the desired outcome.Project Management:
Oversee multiple editing projects from start to finish, managing timelines, prioritizing tasks, and ensuring deadlines are met.Technical Expertise:
Use Adobe Premiere Pro to create polished final videos. Stay updated on industry trends and best practices to maintain a high standard of editing quality.Quality Control:
Conduct thorough quality checks to ensure videos are free from errors and adhere to our branding and style guidelines.Collaborative Communication:
Work closely with colleagues and freelancers to ensure seamless integration of all elements into the final product.Problem Solving:
Address and resolve any technical or creative issues that arise during the editing process.Core Competencies:Technical Skill:
Mastery of Adobe Premiere Pro, including sound design and color correction.Creativity:
Exceptional storytelling skills with the ability to translate concepts into compelling video content.Attention to Detail:
Meticulous attention to detail, maintaining high standards of quality.Team Player:
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.Adaptability:
Flexibility to handle changing priorities and work under tight deadlines.Additional Skills and Qualifications:Minimum of three to five years of professional video editing experience, with a strong reel demonstrating a range of editing styles, preferably documentary.Bachelor’s degree in Film Production, Media Studies, or a related field preferred, or equivalent professional experience.Solid understanding of video production workflows.Proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite beyond Premiere Pro.Experience working directly with subject matter experts is a plus.Location:WETA and NewsHour Productions are Washington, DC established media and news organizations. Most positions based in our Arlington, VA office will be onsite or hybrid, depending upon the role.COMPANY OVERVIEWWETA and its subsidiary NewsHour Productions LLC serve local and national public media audiences by producing and distributing content of intellectual integrity and cultural merit.EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYERWETA/NewsHour Productions is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment of any kind.
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