Digital Content Editor

What You’ll Do

• Collaborate with cross-department teams to develop and independently execute the overall look and sound of AMP Sports’ growing podcast portfolio.
• Independently lead all episode long-form video + audio production; craft all visual elements (graphics, templates, title cards, etc.) and execute sound design across a variety of shows.
• Own the episode engineering, recording, and editing workflow front-to-end, ensuring the highest quality standards across all aspects.
• Create engaging short-form video and social content, working independently to align with show content objectives and brand voice.
• Lead and execute the editing process of all sponsorship elements (ad reads, branded social content, etc.) adhering to campaign requirements.
• Optimize and creatively adapt episodes and cutdowns for all distribution channels, including YouTube, social platforms, linear, FAST, and web, based on the audience and storytelling conventions of each platform.
• Keep up with the latest news, trends, and cultural moments across the sports landscape, specifically on digital platforms, and turn them into highly relevant and engaging content.
• Collaborate with production leads, marketing, and sales to create custom video content including marketing sizzles, show promos, branded sponsor content, and more.
• Consistently explore new and innovative ways to level up production, including all hardware and software updates and editing techniques, to drive audience engagement.
• Educate team members to elevate all staff skills.

Who You Are

• Minimum 4+ years of high-level video production experience, preferably across sports and/or entertainment brands.
• Highly skilled in video, audio, and motion/graphic design software (i.e. Adobe Creative Suite).
• Demonstrated ability to independently transform raw video and audio into cohesive, engaging, and original programming.
• Knowledgeable of both in-person and remote recording setups (cameras, lighting, microphones, etc.) with an ability to both set up and troubleshoot. Camera operator experience is a plus.
• An eye for quality content and unique storytelling, with an understanding of what drives engagement across various channels (all social platforms, YouTube, linear broadcast, etc.).
• Adept with remote recording software (Streamyard, Riverside, etc.) and podcast publishing platforms (Megaphone, YouTube, etc.).
• Understanding of social media platforms and how to leverage their algorithms to drive organic audience growth and engagement.
• A proven track record of pushing creative boundaries with a portfolio that demonstrates engaging, organic content creation.
• Someone who thrives in a fast-paced, high volume editing environment with excellent organizational and time management skills.
• A strong collaborator and team player, dedicated work ethic, highly dependable, and passionate about multimedia production.
• Comfortable interacting with high-level talent and celebrities.

Pay

The base salary compensation range for this role is $72,000 to $85,000. Final compensation for this role will be determined by various factors such as a candidate’s relevant work experience, skills, certifications, and geographic location.

Benefits

• Participation in a retirement plan
• Life and disability insurance
• Health, dental and vision plans
• Flexible spending accounts
• 15 paid vacation days
• 2 paid personal days
• 9 paid holidays
• 40 hours of paid sick leave
• Parental leave
• Employee stock purchase plan

About Us

Sinclair, Inc. (Nasdaq: SBGI) is a diversified media company and a leading provider of local news and sports. The Company owns, operates and/or provides services to 177 television stations in 79 markets affiliated with all major broadcast networks; owns Tennis Channel, the premium destination for tennis enthusiasts; multicast networks CHARGE, Comet, ROAR and The Nest. Sinclair’s AMP Media produces a growing portfolio of digital content and original podcasts. Additional information about Sinclair can be found at www.sbgi.net.