Freelance Video Editor

Barstool Sports is seeking a highly skilled Video Editor to bolster the growing Post Production freelance network in Chicago. The ideal candidate is dynamic and technically proficient with expertise in building creative content. This person will be executing short form, long form, episodic, and social media edit assignments. This Editor must also excel in project and media management, montages, color correction, audio mixing, and file/export formatting within Adobe’s Creative Cloud. Candidates must be able to work on-site in our Chicago headquarters, and provide a reel or portfolio of work. What You’ll DoEdit a variety of Barstool’s high end content across multiple platformsDevelop consistent and productive edit timelines and workflowsBuild a multitude of edits from short form clips to long form episodes in a seriesCoordinate with cross department teams on deliverables, sales and social obligationsApply graphical elements, color correction, and audio mix to your workMaintain an organized project management system to ensure proper deadline deliveryElevate your assignments through trending edit styles What You Have3+ years of production and professional editing experienceDetailed knowledge of social media, sports, pop culture, and current eventsCreative editing and sound design methodsAdvanced proficiency with the Adobe Creative CloudAbility to succeed in a fast paced, around the clock work environmentComprehensive understanding of the Barstool Sports network FREELANCE OPPORTUNITY - NOT BENEFIT ELIGIBLE Barstool Sports is a company that will drive the way media is created and consumed for years to come. Working at Barstool Sports means being part of a team that is solutions-oriented, celebrates creativity, and supports one another. Joining means having access to competitive and valuable benefits and perks, including but not limited to:Competitive medical, dental, and vision insurance; Flexible Spending Accounts and Commuter BenefitsA 4% 401(k) employer matchUnlimited vacation time, including Summer break in July and Holiday break in DecemberMonthly employer contribution towards cell phone reimbursementEmployee discount to the Barstool Sports storeFinancial wellness benefits through OriginA monthly stipend for UberEats What We ValueRep the brand as best you canWe have lots of different brains, be open to themNever change who you are, that's who we hiredFind the solution, don't be the problemDon't be afraid to try something newCommon Sense. Use it. Be there for your audienceAlways think about how you can help Barstool Sports is for everyone. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, national origin, age, marital status, protected veteran status, or disability status. Barstool Sports does not accept unsolicited headhunter or agency resumes. Barstool Sports will not pay any third-party agency or company that does not have a signed agreement.