Video Editor

McCormick & Company • HUNT VALLEY, MD

7d • $74,330 - $130,080 • Hybrid

About The Position

We are seeking a creative and detail-oriented Video Editor to create compelling visual content for various marketing activations, including but not limited to campaigns, social media platforms, and digital shelf. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, understands digital trends, and can transform raw footage into engaging, high-performing videos.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Film/Video, Motion Graphics, Visual Communication, or similar PLUS 8 years of related work experience. In lieu of a degree, 12 plus years of related work experience will be accepted.
• A developed job portfolio.
• Advanced proficiency in video editing tools (e.g., Davinci Resolve Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects).
• Experience producing short-form, platform-optimized content (Reels, TikTok, YouTube Shorts).
• Strong understanding of storytelling, pacing, sound design, and visual composition.
• Experienced working with RED RAW (R3D) files.
• Able to effectively collaborate with a team of creatives and cross-functional partners.
• Able to manage projects and tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and execution skills required.
• Must be flexible, change-ready, detail-oriented and deadline driven.
• Ability to stay true to a brand identity while still being creative and innovative with production ideas.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working on marketing campaigns or branded content.
• Proficient in color grading and audio editing knowledge.
• Familiarity with content performance metrics and optimization.
• In-depth understanding of editing video for specific social platforms (Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, etc.).
• Experience working with multiple brands with unique styles and tones of voice.
• Experience preparing a post project to go out of house for finishing.
• Navigate differing creative perspectives and resolve challenges diplomatically.
• Respond thoughtfully to changing project needs while understanding team dynamics and individual strengths.
• Build consensus and drive alignment around creative vision, priorities, and process improvements.
• Proactively anticipate project challenges and develop practical, effective solutions.
• Ensure accuracy to brief, consistency in execution, and high production standards.

Responsibilities

• Edit raw video footage to create engaging content for social media (Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, etc.) and marketing campaigns.
• Incorporate branding, messaging, and storytelling into all video content.
• Cut, assemble, and enhance footage with graphics, sound, and effects.
• Adapt video formats, lengths, and styles for different platforms and audiences.
• Collaborate with marketing, creative, and campaign teams to bring concepts to life.
• Stay up-to-date with social media trends, editing techniques, and platform best practices.
• Organize and maintain video assets and project files.
• Defining and refining brand-specific executions in alignment with brand guidelines.

Benefits

• 401k
• health insurance
• paid time off
• Competitive compensation
• Career growth opportunities
• Flexibility and Support for Diverse Life Stages and Choices
• Wellbeing programs including Physical, Mental and Financial wellness
• Tuition assistance
• Comprehensive health plans covering medical, vision, dental, life and disability benefits
• Family-friendly benefits such as paid parental leave, fertility benefits, Employee Assistance Program, and caregiver support
• Retirement and investment programs including 401(k) and profit-sharing plans

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level