Video Editor

The Walt Disney Company • Charlotte, NC

1d • $73,800 - $101,400 • Onsite

About The Position

ESPN Creative Studio is a unit within the Content division of ESPN, responsible for conceptualizing, developing, and executing content creation across all domestic and international ESPN distribution platforms. This unit comprises Motion Graphics, Edit, Visual Storytelling, Production Enhancements and Innovations, Creative Operations, and the Music group. The Video Editor position requires an advanced ability for non-linear video editing in a fast-paced sport news environment. The role involves effective collaboration within various Edit areas and with partners to support the creative process while editing at an advanced creative level. This position also contributes to developing personnel, projects, and individual skillsets to advance the Edit and Creative Studio departments.

Requirements

• A minimum of 4 years of editing or related experience.
• Advanced understanding of non-linear editing software (Adobe Premiere, Avid, Grass Valley Edius or Qube, etc.).
• Strong knowledge of Adobe Creative Cloud (After Effects, Audition, Illustrator, Photoshop, etc.).
• Skilled in media transfer workflows (ingest/publish/export).
• Strong understanding of audio and video broadcast quality control (video scopes, audio levels, CALM Act compliance, etc.).
• Ability to collaborate and work in a quick turn-around, sport newsroom environment.
• Good computer background (Microsoft Office, Slack, Workfront, etc.).
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Flexibility to work overtime and alter shifts/days off to accommodate projects and departmental objectives.

Nice To Haves

• In-depth background in non-linear editing in an area including Adobe (Premiere, AE, Audition, etc.) Grass Valley, Edius, etc.
• Strong understanding of linear, non-linear, social media production workflows.
• Knowledge of PC or Mac operating system.
• Bilingual (written and spoken) in both English and Spanish.

Responsibilities

• Assemble and create content using non-linear editing software in a fast-paced sport news environment.
• Perform editing tasks effectively under pressure, with high demands, strict timelines, and/or live conditions with minimal supervision.
• Ensure all created content meets ESPN’s high standards for video and audio quality, including conducting quality control and corrective actions.
• Demonstrate a strong knowledge of editing workflow, software, and facility layout.
• Adhere to established organization of media and naming conventions.
• Establish strong relationships with partners and understand their impact and integration with Creative Studio.
• Utilize advanced organizational, creative, communication, and planning skills for team collaboration.
• Provide strong service to all collaborative partners.
• Train less experienced editors on editing workflows and software.
• Write and provide feedback on training initiatives and project contributions.
• Stay updated on industry technology and help establish new workflows for accurate and effective results.
• Train and learn new techniques/software platforms aligned with industry needs and trends.
• Identify and quickly escalate issues, recommend solutions, and resolve operational errors and equipment failures.
• Provide strong multi-directional communication to ensure assignment success.
• Self-initiate creative projects and pitch ideas towards departmental objectives.
• Provide file-based ingest support and demonstrate a strong understanding of multiple file-based formats.

Benefits

• Bonus and/or long-term incentive units may be provided.
• Full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED