Video Podcast Editor, MS NOW

About the role

MS NOW is seeking a video podcast editor to join our team. This role involves supporting various projects, ensuring high technical standards, and collaborating with the audio engineer.

Responsibilities

• Make final cut of video podcasts from transcript/producer’s rough cut
• Color correct and optimize footage for digital and broadcast platforms
• Use Pro Tools and/or Audition to de-noise audio for video cuts, and as the first step in preparing the audio mix for engineers
• Establish best setup for in-person and remote recordings, plus ensure high quality capture
• Along with audio engineer(s), make updated equipment suggestions to Production Manager
• In collaboration with EP & Production Manager, work with graphics department to develop GFX packages for each video podcast
• Create and order graphics for individual video episodes
• Upload videos to MPX/YouTube distribution platforms
• Work with Production Manager to make sure all producers & APs have necessary equipment and technical resources
• Work with Production Manager to maintain & organize cloud storage folders
• Work with Production Manager to maintain log of equipment
• Cut and edit podcast video clips for social media
• Cut and mix host-read ads
• Support production on bonus content (such as DTC) when needed

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent
• Minimum 5 years of video & audio production experience
• Strong grasp of video and audio fundamentals, with a deep technical understanding of codecs, containers, and frame rate
• High-level technical expertise in Adobe Suite (Premiere Pro), DaVinci Resolve, After Effects, and Descript
• Experience collaborating on video sessions with a team
• Strong camera operation knowledge (DSLR, mirrorless, iPhone/prosumer)
• Color correction fundamentals
• Experience in Pro Tools and/or Audition
• Demonstrated ability to handle multiple projects under deadline
• Follows current video and podcasting trends

Desired Qualifications

• Collaborative attitude and strong communication skills
• Self-motivated to continually grow their skillset
• Livestream/video switching knowledge (TriCaster, VMix)
• Fast learner
• Able to take accountability
• Enjoys solving problems, and does so pro-actively
• Works well within a large organization
• Comfortable working on shared projects

Additional Requirements

• Must be willing to work varied and sometimes unpredictable shifts as news and production needs change.
• Must be willing to work in New York, NY.
• Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States.

Pay

Salary Range: $90,000 – $120,000

Benefits

This position is eligible for company sponsored benefits, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k), paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and a variety of other discounts and perks.