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Bring stories to life through compelling visuals that captivate audiences across some of the world's most iconic media brands. Hearst Magazines is seeking a creative, technically skilled Cinematographer/Editor to join our Central Video Team, helping produce premium video content that informs, entertains, and inspires across celebrity, beauty, fashion, lifestyle, and more.

About Hearst Magazines (Why Us?)

Hearst Magazines is home to 30 iconic brands that reach millions of consumers across print, digital, social, video, and emerging platforms. Our portfolio includes industry-leading titles spanning fashion, beauty, health, lifestyle, food, entertainment, and more. We are driven by creativity, innovation, and storytelling, empowering our teams to create engaging content and experiences for audiences everywhere.

Key Responsibilities (What You Are Doing)

• Capture high-quality video content both in studio and on location, delivering visually compelling footage across a wide variety of editorial and branded productions.
• Edit engaging short- and long-form video content for multiple platforms, including owned sites, YouTube, and social media, with a strong focus on pacing and storytelling.
• Collaborate with producers and the Director of Photography to develop creative approaches, lighting plans, and production workflows that bring each project's vision to life.
• Determine equipment needs for productions by building gear lists, managing camera and lighting packages, and maintaining production equipment on set.
• Operate and monitor professional audio equipment, including boom microphones and wireless lavaliers, to ensure exceptional sound quality.
• Scout production locations and provide recommendations on lighting, logistics, and technical feasibility to support efficient, successful shoots.
• Drive production vehicles, including equipment cargo vans, to transport gear safely between studio and on-location productions.
• Adapt quickly to shifting production priorities while managing multiple projects in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

Qualifications (What We're Looking For)

• 4+ years of experience in production, cinematography, video editing, or equivalent experience.
• Demonstrated expertise operating Sony FX6 and Sony FX3 camera systems.
• Strong experience lighting a variety of production styles, including interviews, beauty, seamless, three-point, high-key, and low-key lighting.
• Advanced proficiency in Adobe Premiere Pro for editing professional video content.
• Working knowledge of professional lighting systems, including Arri SkyPanel, Litepanels Astra, Quasar, Kino Flo, LiteMat, Aputure, Nanlux, Godox, and tungsten fixtures; familiarity with Sidus Link is a plus.
• Experience recording high-quality production audio using boom microphones and wireless lavaliers.
• Familiarity with audio mixing, color correction, and color grading workflows.
• Working knowledge of Adobe After Effects, Adobe Audition, and Photoshop is preferred.
• Excellent storytelling instincts with the ability to craft compelling visual narratives across multiple formats.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills with the ability to balance multiple projects and deadlines.
• Comfortable lifting and transporting up to 50 pounds of production equipment.
• A demo reel or portfolio of visual work is required for consideration.
• Bachelor's degree in Film, Art, Photography, or a related field is preferred.
• This position is based in Los Angeles and follows a hybrid schedule requiring four days per week in the office.

Benefits (What We Offer)

• Work with the Best: Collaborate with top-tier professionals across media, advertising, tech, fashion, lifestyle, and publishing, shaping the future of these dynamic industries.
• Grow Your Skills: Unlock your potential with access to innovative training programs, immersive workshops, and exclusive industry events.
• Work-Life Harmony: Enjoy the flexibility of hybrid work, empowering you to balance professional success with personal priorities.
• Foster Connection & Belonging: Join our Employee Resource Groups and help create a welcoming workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered.
• Wellness First: Prioritize your well-being with a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance from Day 1.
• Plan for Your Financial Future: Enjoy competitive financial perks, including a 401(k) plan with a generous company match.
   

The base salary range for this role is $68,340-$77,000. This position is not eligible for bonus or commission compensation. Actual compensation will be determined based on experience, skills, qualifications, and location.

Hearst Magazines is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.  

This is a position covered under the Writers Guild of America, East, Collective Bargaining Agreement.