Senior Video Editor

This is a Full Time Job

The Senior Video Editor, or Motion Editor, as we call it here at Wray Ward, will play a central role in the success of the Motion team, maintaining responsibility for editing, creating graphics and animation and delivering videos in a deadline-focused environment.

The Senior Video Editor will work closely with team members and client teams to create video content for broadcast, online, social and offline uses. They will be comfortable working within a team structure and independently, willing to accept input and deliver content based on direction. A well-rounded skillset in video editing, titling, color grading and audio mixing within Adobe Creative Cloud software, including Adobe Premiere Pro, is required, and any advanced experience in leading edit teams, compositing graphics, illustrating or 3D modeling is a plus.

Note: To be considered, you MUST include a link to your demo reel with your application.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities as Senior Video Editor

Ensure the highest quality video production for each project based on scope and desired outcome
Maintain standards and processes for defining, completing and delivering client and internal projects on time and on budget
Work closely in conjunction within the Creative, Public Relations, Account Leadership and Project Management teams to ensure a seamless project workflow
Manage multiple projects and deadlines; prioritize projects accordingly
Support new business efforts and Wray Ward Content Marketing program

Qualifications

Online portfolio that demonstrates video postproduction skills
5+ years of experience in a deadline-driven environment, preferably in a creative agency or production company
Intermediate to advanced knowledge of Adobe Premiere Pro, Adobe After Effects and other video tools
Knowledge of video industry standard formats and media management practices on Mac platform and networked environments
Execute strong video editorial using filmmaking principles (story, timing, traditional use of camera, etc.) and visual design for graphic integration (typography, composition, color, etc.)
Collaborate in a team environment, and clearly communicate to clients, teammates, vendors and stakeholders
Experience handling multiple projects in a fast-paced work environment under tight deadlines
Motion graphic and 3D animation skills a plus

Our Mission

Day in and day out, we will passionately create the most innovative, engaging and effective work in the home category - we will live it, we will breathe it and we will own it.

This job description serves as an overall summary of responsibilities for the position outlined. Please note it is subject to change with specific expectations associated with the position.

Candidates must possess authorization to work in the United States, as it is not the practice of Wray Ward to sponsor individuals for work visas. Wray Ward participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States.

Wray Ward is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.