Editor (Social Media & Long Form)

Teton Ridge•Fort Worth, TX

About The Position

This role is responsible for both pre-production and post-production editing across a variety of programming, including news, talk shows, sports highlights, docu-series, and music-based productions. The Editor will be someone who understands Tik Tok, Instagram, Youtube and other emerging platforms- what trends to lean into, what formats perform, and how to make content feel natural. The Editor will also play a critical role in media management, team leadership, and coordination with multiple departments to ensure high-quality content delivery for The Cowboy Channel and other Teton Ridge properties.

Requirements

3+ years professional experience in pre/post production.
Strong understanding of rodeo and Western sports, with experience producing high-energy, engaging live events.
Proven experience in video editing for broadcast, digital media, or sports production.
Proficiency in industry-standard editing software (Adobe Premiere, Avid, Final Cut Pro, etc.).
Strong understanding of media organization, archiving best practices, storage management, social platforms, storytelling formats, and how to drive engagement.
Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
Driven by a passion for speed and quality, the ideal candidate can deliver excellent work under tight deadlines and effectively manage multiple projects as priorities evolve.
Experience editing for sports, entertainment, media or creators
Exceptional editing portfolio, specifically showcasing work across TikTok, Reels, and Shorts.
A sophisticated, on-trend aesthetic with strong instincts for premium and brand-appropriate content.
Versatility in editing styles, ranging from native, lo-fi looks to polished, high-production content.
Deep understanding of the latest social media trends, popular creator styles, format specifications, and key performance drivers on each platform.
Ability to work quickly, meet fast turnaround times, and incorporate feedback efficiently.
Commitment to clean file organization and consistent delivery standards.

Nice To Haves

Motion graphics or light animation chops (bonus points)

Responsibilities

Edit video content for television broadcasts, ensuring seamless storytelling, pacing, and visual appeal.
Pre-Production Editing: Create b-roll packages, montages, short-form interviews, and featurettes for various shows, including news, talk, and sports content.
Post-Production Editing: Edit long-form broadcast content such as biographical features, episodic docu-series, and music-based shows.
Cut and arrange footage, apply graphics, insert sound effects, and enhance audio for final production.
Work closely with producers, directors, and writers to execute creative visions.
Maintain brand consistency and style across all projects.
Ensure consistency in storytelling, pacing, and visual aesthetics across all content types.
Execute high-level video editing across multiple brands, ensuring every piece of content is optimized for social platforms and audience engagement.
Craft short-form videos with smart hooks, clean pacing, and attention to platform nuance.
Elevate edits with thoughtful motion design, color correction, and clean sound design.
Apply creative discretion to make social-native content feel sharp, modern, and on-brand.
Ingest, archive, and organize media from various sources to facilitate ease of access, optimize storage space, and preserve valuable media assets.
Collaborate with engineers and ingest teams on media retrieval, troubleshooting technical issues, and maintaining efficient workflows.
Advocate for the editing team by ensuring schedules are manageable and align with daily and long-term production needs.
Lead discussions on workflow improvements, editing techniques, and aesthetic enhancements.
Coordinate team efforts on large-scale productions (e.g., 100 Rodeos in 100 Days) to maximize quality within short turnaround times.
Act as a key media management team member, participating in weekly or bi-weekly meetings with engineering, IT, production, and promotional teams to refine media handling processes.
Work closely with producers and senior producers to maintain and optimize editing workflows for upcoming productions and broadcasts.
Collaborate with the control room and field crews to manage footage captured from live rodeo events, studio recordings, and post-show exports.
Communicate with graphics, sound, and post-production teams to align editing with final production requirements.
Troubleshoot technical issues related to software, file formats, and rendering processes.