Sr. Videographer & Editor

Rocket55 LLC•Minneapolis, MN

9h•$55,000 - $65,000•Onsite

About The Position

Rocket55 is a full-service digital marketing agency with 15 years of experience, operating in a fast-paced, growth-focused environment. We are seeking a seasoned video producer who will be responsible for owning video projects from concept to final delivery. This role requires a blend of videography and editing skills, with proficiency in Adobe Premiere and comfort behind the camera. The ideal candidate can work with both long-form and short-form vertical video for social media, possesses a strong sense of story, production instincts, and an interest in the evolving role of AI in video production. This position offers opportunities for career advancement and service expansion within a dynamic team.

Requirements

5+ years in video production and editing, with demonstrated ownership of projects from concept through delivery.
Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, specifically Adobe Premiere for editing and post-production.
Ability to create engaging motion graphics and text treatments.
Working familiarity with Adobe After Effects, including customizing AE templates.
Knowledge of commercial and corporate video production end to end (shooting, editing, and delivering high-quality content).
Hands-on videography skills: camera operation, lighting, audio capture, and directing on set.
Comfort editing for social platforms, with an understanding of platform-native vertical and short-form pacing.
Experience with audio cleanup and mixing for final deliverables (Adobe Audition or equivalent).
Strong attention to detail, effective time management, and the ability to collaborate across departments to meet deadlines.

Nice To Haves

Hands-on experience with AI video tools (Adobe Firefly, Runway, Sora, or similar).
Proficiency in Adobe Photoshop for image editing and graphic design.
Ability to create simple animations to enhance video content.
Skill in leading meetings, presenting video concepts to clients, and interpreting and implementing client feedback.
Agency experience.

Responsibilities

Own video projects from concept through final delivery, in partnership with the team, including concept development, scripting, pre-production planning, shooting, and post-production.
Develop concepts and write or shape scripts for client and brand work.
Conduct research, ideate, and contribute to scopes, production plans, timelines, and creative direction for the company.
Plan shoots, including scoping, shot lists, locations, gear, scheduling, and logistics.
Execute shoots as lead videographer, managing camera operation, lighting setup, audio capture, equipment, and directing on set.
Apply knowledge of camera operation, lenses, and video formats to ensure optimal footage quality.
Log, organize, and assemble raw footage in Adobe Premiere into compelling visual narratives.
Edit projects from assembly and rough cut through to a seamless, polished final product.
Cut short-form vertical video for social platforms (Instagram Reels, TikTok, YouTube Shorts) alongside long-form and corporate deliverables.
Create engaging motion graphics and text treatments, and customize Adobe After Effects templates.
Compile and curate creative assets such as music and graphics to enhance production value.
Clean audio in Adobe Audition and mix sound for final video deliverables.
Utilize AI-assisted editing and generative video tools (e.g., Adobe Firefly, Runway, Premiere AI features) to improve workflows and expand creative options.
Collaborate with project managers to develop schedules and timelines for production and post-production, ensuring timely delivery.
Collaborate across departments to align on project objectives and deliverables.