Video Editor

Universal Music Group • Philadelphia, PA

3d • $63,010 - $147,345

About The Position

We are UMG, the Universal Music Group. We are the world’s leading music company. In everything we do, we are committed to artistry, innovation and entrepreneurship. We own and operate a broad array of businesses engaged in recorded music, music publishing, merchandising, and audiovisual content in more than 60 countries. We identify and develop recording artists and songwriters, and we produce, distribute and promote the most critically acclaimed and commercially successful music to delight and entertain fans around the world. Famehouse, a division of UMG, is the preeminent leader in D2C solutions in music, defining & delivering the industry’s best-in-class service to connect artists with their fans. Established & headquartered in Philly, Fame House powers eCommerce for UMG’s labels, artists, and Bravado, along with a select roster of 3rd party clients. Our success & culture is fueled by collaboration, both within FH and with our partners. We are passionate about the impact of eCommerce for artists, providing a full service solution to grow an artist’s owned business including strategy, creative, storefront merchandising, fulfillment, customer service, technology, and more. How we LEAD: Merchandise and e-commerce is part of the fabric of music culture. For artists, it’s a way to develop and further articulate their brand. For fans, it’s another pathway to connecting with an artist and the culture they represent. The Video Editor is responsible for crafting compelling, high-quality video content across e-commerce, marketing, social, and live-stream formats. Sitting within the Post Production team and reporting to the Post Production Supervisor, this role plays a key part in transforming captured footage into polished, performance-driven assets that align with creative vision and business objectives. Working closely with Content Creative Directors, Producers, Motion Designers, and Post Production leadership, the Video Editor ensures that every edit balances storytelling, pace, and brand integrity while meeting technical and delivery requirements. This is a hands-on creative role for an editor who thrives in fast-paced environments, understands platform-specific nuances, and can execute at both speed and craft level.

Requirements

• 4–8 years of professional editing experience within music, entertainment, agency, or digital brand environments.
• Advanced proficiency in Adobe Premiere Pro (or equivalent NLE), with working knowledge of After Effects.
• Strong understanding of pacing, rhythm, and storytelling—particularly within music-driven content.
• Experience editing for social, e-commerce, marketing, and digital-first platforms.
• Familiarity with color correction, audio cleanup, and basic sound design workflows.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining quality and creative integrity.
• Strong collaborative instincts and openness to feedback.
• Deep appreciation for music, culture, and digital storytelling.

Nice To Haves

• Experience within music or artist-driven environments strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Edit video content across product shoots, campaign assets, social media, paid media, and premium long-form formats.
• Collaborate with Creative Directors and Producers to translate creative concepts into dynamic visual narratives.
• Assemble rough cuts, refine pacing, and deliver polished final edits that align with brand and campaign objectives.
• Integrate graphics, typography, motion elements, and sound design to enhance storytelling.
• Prepare content in multiple formats and aspect ratios optimized for digital platforms.
• Partner with the Motion Design team to ensure seamless integration of animated assets and visual effects.
• Manage project timelines and revisions in collaboration with the Post Production Supervisor.
• Maintain organized project files, media management, and version control.
• Ensure all deliverables meet technical specifications and platform requirements prior to final output.
• Contribute to evolving post-production workflows and efficiency improvements within the studio environment.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Including 100% coverage for out-patient in-network mental health services
• Fertility coverage for eligible medical plan participants
• Wellbeing reimbursements for fitness classes, spa treatments, meal services, travel, and so much more (up to $720/year)
• Student Loan Repayment Assistance and Tuition Reimbursement
• 401(k) with 100% immediate vesting on the first 5% of your contributions, plus an additional UMG contribution
• A variety of ways to prioritize much-needed time away from work including:
• Flexible Paid Time Off (PTO) for exempt employees
• 3-weeks PTO for non-exempt employees
• 2-weeks paid Winter Break
• 10 Company Holidays (including Juneteenth and Wellbeing Day)
• Summer Fridays (between Memorial Day and Labor Day)
• Generous paid parental leave for every type of parent

What This Job Offers

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