Lead Video

Overview

The Lead of Video owns the creative vision and technical execution of all long-form video content for The Mel Robbins Podcast and 143 Studios. This role involves blending hands-on editing mastery with high-level creative direction and people management. This role ensures every video is visually compelling, on brand, and on time, delivered with excellence. In addition to leading the video post-production workflow, this person will also manage video editing tools and systems, including remote-access tools to support cross-team collaboration.

Creative Direction & Vision

• Define and maintain the creative vision and visual language for all video content for The Mel Robbins Podcast and other 143 Studios projects.
• Collaborate on story concepts, storyboards, and campaign ideas during pre-production.
• Drive creative ideation for trailers, brand campaigns, and new content formats.
• Ensure cohesive execution and consistent visual storytelling across all video deliverables for the show and other projects.

Creative & Technical Editing

• Guide the editing of high-quality video content with strong narrative structure, pacing, and emotional impact.
• Craft visually engaging stories through intentional sequencing, color, audio, and motion graphics.
• Collaborate with motion designers to integrate dynamic graphics and visual effects.
• Transform rough concepts into polished final edits.

Leadership & People Management

• Lead, mentor, and inspire a team of full-time and freelance video editors and creatives.
• Provide clear creative feedback and direction to uphold high standards across all video outputs.
• Oversee final quality control and approvals for all video content.
• Promote a culture of creativity, innovation, and excellence.

Workflow & Systems Management

• Build and refine post-production processes, file management, and organizational systems.
• Manage media and file storage.
• Maintain and oversee remote-access tools, ensuring:
• Reliable remote editing workflows
• Consistent system availability and user access
• Seamless coordination and sharing of files between in-office and remote team members
• Collaborate with operations and IT when needed to troubleshoot system issues.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Partner with marketing, production and leadership to align creative execution with strategic goals.
• Offer creative guidance during planning and campaign development.
• Communicate proactively about schedules and priorities.

Quality Control & Innovation

• Ensure all video outputs meet standards across sound, color, graphics, and formatting.
• Stay up-to-date on platform trends, editing techniques, and emerging creative tools.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of editing experience, including 3-5+ years working in a senior or lead role managing and mentoring a team of editors and multidisciplinary creatives.
• Demonstrated experience overseeing the end-to-end video production of a show, series or film(s) - driving video work from concept through post-production and delivery.
• Expert understanding of Adobe Premiere Pro.
• Expert understanding of Adobe After Effects, Cinema 4D a plus.
• Expert knowledge of color grading, Lumetri or DaVinci knowledge is a plus.
• Expert experience directing the execution of long and short form video - including branded content and short trailers.
• Strong and demonstrated editorial instincts with the ability to shape narrative, pacing, and performance.
• Experience maintaining post-production tools, workflows, and remote-access systems.
• Solutions-driven mindset with the ability to move fast without ego.
• Experience working in hybrid team environments.
• Deep understanding of camera systems, lighting, and production environments.

Benefits & Perks

• Generous Time Off (including Annual Summer Break)
• 401(k) Available
• Health & Welfare Benefits
• Fun and Energizing Hybrid Culture
• Growth-Oriented Environment
• Exciting Team Activities

To Apply

Send us your resume and a brief cover letter sharing why you are the perfect fit for this role.