Film & Video Editor, Blue Boundaries (ISL)

National Geographic•Washington, DC

5d•Hybrid

About The Position

The National Geographic Society Storytelling Division works to expand the organization’s impact through journalism, photography, film/video, web content, mapping, asset management, and data visualization. As one of the largest funders to individual storytellers in this work, it also identifies key grantmaking and fellowship opportunities with creative talent. The division’s Impact Story Lab builds on National Geographic’s legacy as a global leader in using storytelling to drive positive change. We partner with NGS stakeholders and Explorers to produce world-class film, audio, photography, VR/AR experiences, and other media that further the goals of the National Geographic Society and its programs. By combining creative excellence with groundbreaking research, we advance the field of “impact media” and contribute to National Geographic Society’s mission of illuminating and protecting the wonder of our world. The Film and Video Editor edits a diverse portfolio of film and video with a specific focus on the new Blue Boundaries program. Reporting to the Senior Editor, and working with a team of Producers, the Film and Video Editor creates media ranging from short web videos, to high-profile event media, to long-form impact films, ensuring that all media reflects the standards of National Geographic and meets the goals of the program. This is a fixed-term position for a period of six years with an end date of 12/31/31, contingent upon grant funding.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree, preferably in film and video production.
7+ years experience in editing and motion graphics using Adobe Creative Suite.
Have a record of ambitious, creative, innovative visual storytelling, as well as proven success crafting stories from complicated science concepts.
Must have the ability to edit video and build motion graphics, often under tight deadlines.
Must have a solid understanding of all broadcast and digital tech systems and a deep understanding of video production workflow.
Comfort and skill responding and addressing producer and client feedback is mandatory, as are excellent collaboration skills.
Must be able to work well as a part of a team and mentor less experienced staff.
Must have the ability to prioritize tasks and possess a strong attention to detail.
Excellent written, verbal, communication, collaboration and interpersonal skills are required.
Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, especially Premiere and After Effects is required.
Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

Responsibilities

Editing (40%): Craft compelling, original stories from a variety of source media, including field video, stock footage, photos, maps, and motion graphics. Supervise technical deliverables for all projects. Contribute to producing media that meets the highest National Geographic standards, bringing new creative ideas to every project.
Motion Graphics (25%): Using Adobe After Effects, create unique motion graphics for individual videos, as well as graphic templates that can be applied by other editors.
Final Finishing (25%): Perform color correction and audio mix according to the technical specifications of various distribution platforms. Act as quality control, ensuring that all video and audio conform standards.
Post Production Workflows and Media Management (10%): Contribute to decisions on hardware needs, software needs, and post-production workflows. Advise on best practices and technical standards for post-production.

Benefits

medical, dental, and vision insurance
engaging and comprehensive wellness program
401(k) retirement savings plan with matching contributions after 6 months of employment
flexible paid time off benefits with up to 22 days of paid annual leave per calendar year (15 days for new hires in their first year, prorated based on the number of pay periods remaining in the year) and 10 days of sick leave
12 paid holidays and a paid winter break between December 25 and 31 (May not apply to all roles that are required to work during high volume seasons or essential workers. Please check with the hiring manager for confirmation.)
paid parental leave, adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, fertility benefits
learning and development opportunities
Lifestyle Spending Account
pet adoption assistance and insurance
pre-tax transportation benefits with a generous employer subsidy
employer-paid life insurance and disability benefit
a variety of National Geographic discounts and perks