Video Development Editor

Sage • Washington, WA

4d

About The Position

The Video Development Editor acquires and develops annual content updates for a portfolio of launched Sage Video collections, ensuring they continue to meet the teaching, learning, and research needs of end users and library customers. The role combines acquisitions, relationship-building, and project management, working independently and collaboratively to meet content acquisition and delivery goals and support digital production and departmental schedules.

As part of the Video Editorial team within the wider Learning Resources team, the editor is accountable for developing new content for published Video collections in line with product strategy and budget needs. The role works closely with Editorial, Global Video Production, and other colleagues, and receives mentorship from the Executive Editor. Work is guided by analysis of usage, adoption, and collection performance, as well as research into disciplinary trends, emerging topics, and key contributors.

The editor creates original productions and selects licensed video content, manages contributors and academic partners as needed, maintains collection taxonomies and ancillary materials, and coordinates production schedules and budgets. The role also supports Library Sales and Marketing and represents Sage at conferences as required. National and possibly international travel will be required.

Requirements

• At least three years of relevant experience in academic publishing, higher education, streaming media, or a related environment, or equivalent demonstrable experience.
• Experience with acquisitions and/or contracting, including managing relationships with external clients or subject matter experts.
• Strong listening, verbal, and written communication skills, with the ability to build and maintain effective relationships.
• Ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects, meet deadlines, and work effectively in a collaborative, hybrid environment.
• Experience adapting to changing priorities and market conditions, using sound judgment to adjust plans and prioritize work.
• Ability to work independently, manage competing demands, and perform effectively in a fast-paced, evolving environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook, and ability to learn new internal systems and technologies.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of the streaming media publishing process and industry.
• Understanding of how video and other digital resources support teaching and learning in higher education.

Responsibilities

• Acquire and develop new content for published Video collections each year, in accordance with product strategy, budgets, and annual goals.
• Use analysis of usage, adoption, and collection performance to guide projects and deliver them on time and within budget.
• Research disciplinary trends, emerging topics, and key contributors to inform content decisions.
• Create original productions and select licensed video content that aligns with strategic priorities and audience needs.
• As required, contract and manage Editorial Boards and collaborate with them and academic partners to define the scope of annual updates.
• Work with subject matter experts or internal collaborators to keep collection taxonomies current and relevant and to develop ancillary materials such as student reflection questions.
• Coordinate with Global Video Production and other collaborators to deliver content on schedule and within budget.
• Track and manage progress toward commissioning and production goals using internal systems; prioritize work, identify gaps, and adjust plans as needed.
• Review content at key post-production stages to ensure quality and alignment with editorial standards.
• Support Library Sales and Marketing, as needed, in meeting sales and usage goals for Video products.
• Represent Sage at national and international conferences as required.

Benefits

• Competitive and comprehensive PPO medical, dental, and vision care benefits, with Sage covering most premium costs.
• Company-sponsored anniversary trip every five years.
• 401(k) matching program of 100% up to 5% of pay.
• Financial support for bachelor's and graduate-level degree programs and learning for personal interest.
• Hybrid or remote work, depending on the role.
• Other significant meaningful benefits.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed