Sr. Video Editor
About The Position
As a Sr. Video Editor at SpaceX, you will lead efforts to improve the quality and impact of video content. You will use extensive editing experience, creative vision, and strategic insight to craft compelling narratives for space exploration and satellite connectivity initiatives. Working with designers, artists, project leads, cinematographers, producers, and other cross-functional teams, you will conceptualize and create engaging visual content with minimal direction in a fast-paced environment. The role includes leading edits for major space missions and creating polished video content that showcases Starlink’s impact on global internet connectivity.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree.
- At least 7 years of experience as a video editor.
- Experience working for global clients and brands.
- Provide examples of prior work with the application.
- Must be willing to work extended hours and/or weekends to support launch operations and critical project timelines.
- Willingness to travel as needed.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor’s degree in video editing or video production.
- At least 10 years of demonstrated expertise as a video editor, with a portfolio showing excellence in storytelling and technical proficiency.
- Awareness of industry trends and technological advancements in video editing, and ability to contribute to best practices that enhance video quality.
- Exceptional proficiency in video editing software and post-production tools, with a demonstrated ability to achieve high standards in visual quality and storytelling.
- Strong organizational and communication skills, with the ability to lead and collaborate effectively with diverse teams.
- Ability to present relevant interactive work examples.
Responsibilities
- Translate business needs into strong visual creative at conceptual and execution levels.
- Provide strategic leadership in video editing and implement a vision to elevate SpaceX’s video content, particularly for major missions and projects.
- Lead the editing process for major space missions, creating a seamless narrative that highlights key moments with technical excellence.
- Apply color grading to enhance visual storytelling and ensure color consistency and continuity throughout projects.
- Work with project leads to strengthen the artistic and technical quality of storytelling and video editing.
- Create professional, polished video content that showcases the impact of Starlink’s satellite constellation on global internet connectivity.
- Collaborate with cinematographers, producers, and cross-functional teams to support cohesive storytelling and elevate production value.
Benefits
- Potential long-term incentives in the form of company stock or long-term cash awards.
- Potential discretionary bonuses.
- Ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
- Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage.
- 401(k) retirement plan.
- Short- and long-term disability insurance.
- Life insurance.
- Paid parental leave.
- Various other discounts and perks.
- May accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation.
- Eligible for 10 or more paid holidays per year.
- Paid sick leave pursuant to Company policy.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
