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Who We Are

FTI Consulting is the leading global expert firm for organizations facing crisis and transformation. We work with many of the world's top multinational corporations, law firms, banks and private equity firms on their most important issues to deliver impact that makes a difference. From resolving disputes, navigating crises, managing risk and optimizing performance, our teams respond rapidly to dynamic and complex situations.
At FTI Consulting, you'll work side-by side with leaders who have shaped history, helping solve the biggest challenges making headlines today. From day one, you'll be an integral part of a focused team where you can make a real impact. You'll be surrounded by an open, collaborative culture that embraces diversity, recognition, professional development and, most importantly, you.
Are you ready to make your impact?

About The Role

Our Corporate Positioning and Insights practice seeks a talented, versatile Video Editor & Motion Graphics Designer with 1+ years of experience to join the team in our New York or Chicago office. We're looking for a visual storyteller who combines strong editing skills with motion graphics expertise to create compelling content across digital, social, web, and presentation platforms. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys bringing ideas to life through thoughtful editing, animation, and storytelling while working across a variety of clients and industries. You'll collaborate with creative directors, content strategists, designers, and digital teams to produce polished, high-quality video content that helps leading brands communicate complex ideas in engaging ways. It's an opportunity to grow your craft within a collaborative team - with mentorship from senior creatives and increasing ownership as you build your career.

What You'll Do

• Edit short- and long-form video content for digital, social media, websites, presentations, and integrated marketing campaigns

• Create engaging 2D motion graphics, animated typography, title sequences, lower thirds, infographics, and explainer videos using Adobe After Effects

• Edit interviews, testimonials, event recaps, sizzle reels, and thought leadership content using live-action footage, licensed assets, and existing brand materials

• Adapt video content into multiple formats and aspect ratios for LinkedIn, Instagram, YouTube, paid media, websites, and presentations

• Perform basic color correction, audio cleanup, captioning, and quality control to ensure polished final deliverables

• Collaborate with creative directors, content strategists, designers, and project teams to translate concepts into compelling visual stories

• Organize footage, project files, and media libraries while maintaining efficient production workflows

• Manage multiple projects simultaneously, balancing competing priorities while maintaining a high level of quality and attention to detail

• Stay current on editing techniques, motion design trends, and AI-powered creative tools that improve workflow and production quality

How You'll Grow

We are committed to investing and supporting you in your professional development and we have developed a range of programs focused on fostering leadership, growth and development opportunities. We aim to promote continuous learning and individual skills development through on-the-job learning, self-guided professional development courses and certifications. You'll be assigned a dedicated coach to mentor, guide and support you through regular coaching sessions and serve as an advocate for your professional growth.

As you progress through your career at FTI Consulting, we offer tailored programs for critical professional milestones to ensure you are prepared and empowered to take on your next role.

What You Will Need To Succeed

Basic Qualifications

• 1+ years of professional experience in video editing, motion graphics, post-production, or a related creative field

• Strong portfolio or demo reel showcasing video editing, motion graphics, and visual storytelling across a variety of formats

• Proficiency in Adobe Premiere Pro and Adobe After Effects

• Experience editing live-action footage and creating original motion graphics for digital, social, and marketing content

• Working knowledge of color correction, audio editing, captioning, export settings, and video delivery best practices

• Understanding of storytelling, pacing, typography, animation principles, composition, and visual hierarchy

• Experience preparing content for multiple digital platforms, including LinkedIn, Instagram, YouTube, and paid media

• Familiarity with AI-powered creative tools and emerging post-production technologies that enhance editing and production workflows

• Understanding of video production workflows, camera formats, codecs, and digital asset management

• Strong organizational, communication, and collaboration skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects and incorporate feedback from cross-functional teams

• Bachelor's degree in Film, Video Production, Motion Design, Animation, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience

• Experience working in an agency or fast-paced client-service environment a plus

• Ability to travel to clients and to FTI office(s) as needed

• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis; the employerwill notsponsor applicants for work visas

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FTI Consulting is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, protected veteran status, religion, physical or mental disability, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.

Compensation
Minimum Pay: $67,000
Maximum Pay: $84,000
Compensation Disclosure: The compensation range reflects potential base salary for the role. Actual compensation is determined based on a wide array of relevant factors including market considerations, business needs, and an individual's location, skills, level of experience, and qualifications.