Video Editor & Motion Designer – Microsoft Research
About The Position
Do you enjoy taking a rough concept and turning it into something people actually stop to watch? If you're a motion designer and video editor who gets excited by complex ideas and knows how to make them feel cinematic, this might be your kind of role. For nearly 35 years, Microsoft Research has shaped the technology people use everyday— conducting fundamental science and technology research that advances AI, state-of-the-art computing, and creates new foundations for others to build upon. The Media team is responsible for bringing that research to life for global audiences. The team is looking for a Video Editor & Motion Designer who enjoys translating complex technology stories into engaging visual content. In this role, you’ll join a tight-knit creative team with strong collaboration and excellent retention, with many team members working together for 5+ years. You’ll create videos that showcase cutting-edge research and emerging technologies, while using both motion design and editing to bring ideas to life. The role offers space to explore creative directions, shape concepts during post-production, and collaborate closely with designers and creative partners. When applying, please include a portfolio or demo reel showcasing motion graphics, video editing work, and any short-form or social video examples. Position description In this role, you’ll edit video content and create motion graphics that bring research stories and technology concepts to life. You’ll work across formats including sizzle reels, branded storytelling pieces, and short social clips—helping transform early concepts, storyboards, and design assets into polished visual narratives. You’ll collaborate with designers and creative partners across the Microsoft Research team, occasionally translating their static designs into motion while also contributing ideas during post-production. A significant portionof the work will focus on short-form social content, including clips from podcasts and talking-head interviews. This role is hybrid and based in Redmond, WA. The team typically collaborates in person several days per week depending on production needs, so candidates should be within commuting distance and available to work onsite when required. Working with 2A Consulting This role is an Embedded Consultant position, meaning you’ll sit directly with the Microsoft team to provide hands-on support and be employed by 2A Consulting. This hybrid engagement runs through June 30, 2026, with strong potential for renewal. While you’ll spend most of your days working directly with your team at Microsoft, 2A offers multiple points of connection to support you in your role and career. We’ll meet with you and your Microsoft manager regularly to see how we can support the engagement, and you’ll have opportunities to engage with 2A through community-building events and professional development opportunities.
Requirements
- Strong video editing skills with a proficiency in Adobe Premiere
- Skilled in After Effects for motion graphics and animation
- Experience producing short-form and social media video content (including podcast clips, captions, and platform-native formats)
- Strong collaboration and communication skills
- Ability to move creative ideas from concept through final delivery
- Comfortable jumping in and working independently in a fast-moving environment
- Portfolio or demo reel showcasing motion graphics and video editing work
Nice To Haves
- Strong video editing skills with a proficiency in Adobe Premiere
- Skilled in After Effects for motion graphics and animation
- Experience producing short-form and social media video content (including podcast clips, captions, and platform-native formats)
- Strong collaboration and communication skills
- Ability to move creative ideas from concept through final delivery
- Comfortable jumping in and working independently in a fast-moving environment
- Portfolio or demo reel showcasing motion graphics and video editing work
Responsibilities
- Edit video content including sizzle reels, branded technology stories, and short-form social media clips
- Create motion graphics and animation from early-stage concepts, rough storyboards, or existing design assets
- Collaborate with designers to translate static visuals into engaging motion pieces
- Shape creative direction during post-production and help see ideas through from concept to final delivery
- Produce short-form social clips from longer video content, including podcast and talking-head segments
- Support video production when needed, including occasional camera operation and lighting on set
- Work independently to move projects forward while collaborating closely with the broader creative team
- Explore opportunities to incorporate emerging creative tools and AI-assisted workflows into production
Benefits
- flexible time off plan
- 100% employer-paid medical, dental and vision insurance
- employer-paid life insurance policy for those enrolled in medical insurance
- 401(k) plan with company match
- fertility, surrogacy and adoption benefits
- fitness and caregiver benefits
- an Employee Assistance Program
- 100% employer-paid short and long-term disability coverage
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
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