Video/Motion Editor
Chicago, IL · On-site
Create and/or enhance motion graphics, animation, and visual effects as needed * Support the ... Experience supporting or participating in live video shoots * Ability to jump in wherever needed ...
Video/Motion Editor
Chicago, IL · On-site
Create and/or enhance motion graphics, animation, and visual effects as needed * Support the ... Experience supporting or participating in live video shoots * Ability to jump in wherever needed ...
Motion Graphics and Video Editor
Chicago, IL · On-site
$100K - $120K/yr
... best in the moments that matter - and we live up to our purpose every day by solving for safer ... Use motion graphics and animation to create easy to understand and visually enticing stories.
Motion Graphics and Video Editor
Chicago, IL · On-site
$100K - $120K/yr
... best in the moments that matter - and we live up to our purpose every day by solving for safer ... Use motion graphics and animation to create easy to understand and visually enticing stories.
Motion Graphics and Video Editor
Chicago, IL · On-site
$100K - $120K/yr
... best in the moments that matter - and we live up to our purpose every day by solving for safer ... Use motion graphics and animation to create easy to understand and visually enticing stories.
Motion Graphics and Video Editor
Chicago, IL · On-site
$100K - $120K/yr
... best in the moments that matter - and we live up to our purpose every day by solving for safer ... Use motion graphics and animation to create easy to understand and visually enticing stories.
... animation to keep content fresh and relevant Who You Are: * Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite ... Comfortable both shooting and editing short-form content * Detail-oriented with a strong sense of ...
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... animation to keep content fresh and relevant Who You Are: * Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite ... Comfortable both shooting and editing short-form content * Detail-oriented with a strong sense of ...
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Social Content Designer & Editor - SCDE 26-06686
Chicago, IL · Hybrid
$48/hr
The ideal candidate is deeply immersed in social media culture and excels at translating ideas into ... Incorporate motion graphics, animation, and visual effects to enhance engagement Required ...
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Social Content Designer & Editor - SCDE 26-06686
Chicago, IL · Hybrid
$48/hr
The ideal candidate is deeply immersed in social media culture and excels at translating ideas into ... Incorporate motion graphics, animation, and visual effects to enhance engagement Required ...
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The ideal candidate is deeply immersed in social media culture and excels at translating ideas into ... Incorporate motion graphics, animation, and visual effects to enhance engagement Required ...
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The ideal candidate is deeply immersed in social media culture and excels at translating ideas into ... Incorporate motion graphics, animation, and visual effects to enhance engagement Required ...
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The ideal candidate is deeply immersed in social media culture and excels at translating ideas into ... Incorporate motion graphics, animation, and visual effects to enhance engagement Required ...
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The ideal candidate is deeply immersed in social media culture and excels at translating ideas into ... Incorporate motion graphics, animation, and visual effects to enhance engagement Required ...
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Social Content Designer & Editor - SCDE 26-06686
Aurora, IL · Hybrid
$48/hr
The ideal candidate is deeply immersed in social media culture and excels at translating ideas into ... Incorporate motion graphics, animation, and visual effects to enhance engagement Required ...
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Social Content Designer & Editor - SCDE 26-06686
Aurora, IL · Hybrid
$48/hr
The ideal candidate is deeply immersed in social media culture and excels at translating ideas into ... Incorporate motion graphics, animation, and visual effects to enhance engagement Required ...
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Must be willing to work weekends, nights and some holidays (schedule built around live sports events hours) Preferred Education | Certifications: * Bachelor's Degree in related field (editing ...
Must be willing to work weekends, nights and some holidays (schedule built around live sports events hours) Preferred Education | Certifications: * Bachelor's Degree in related field (editing ...
Feature Editor
Chicago, IL · On-site
Must be willing to work weekends, nights and some holidays (schedule built around live sports events hours) Preferred Education | Certifications: * Bachelor's Degree in related field (editing ...
Feature Editor
Chicago, IL · On-site
Must be willing to work weekends, nights and some holidays (schedule built around live sports events hours) Preferred Education | Certifications: * Bachelor's Degree in related field (editing ...
Feature Editor
Chicago, IL · On-site
Must be willing to work weekends, nights and some holidays (schedule built around live sports events hours) Preferred Education | Certifications: * Bachelor's Degree in related field (editing ...
Feature Editor
Chicago, IL · On-site
Must be willing to work weekends, nights and some holidays (schedule built around live sports events hours) Preferred Education | Certifications: * Bachelor's Degree in related field (editing ...
Must be willing to work weekends, nights and some holidays (schedule built around live sports events hours) Preferred Education | Certifications: * Bachelor's Degree in related field (editing ...
Must be willing to work weekends, nights and some holidays (schedule built around live sports events hours) Preferred Education | Certifications: * Bachelor's Degree in related field (editing ...
Video Editor
Vernon Hills, IL · On-site
... live well for less. We take tremendous pride in our products and look forward to developing the ... The position requires the candidate to have a strong skill level in post-production video editing ...
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Video Editor
Vernon Hills, IL · On-site
... live well for less. We take tremendous pride in our products and look forward to developing the ... The position requires the candidate to have a strong skill level in post-production video editing ...
Audience Editor
Chicago, IL · On-site
Manage audience tactics in breaking news situations and major coverage events (e.g., editing live blogs, live streaming radio shows, supporting reporters in live coverage). * Work with enterprise ...
Audience Editor
Chicago, IL · On-site
Manage audience tactics in breaking news situations and major coverage events (e.g., editing live blogs, live streaming radio shows, supporting reporters in live coverage). * Work with enterprise ...
Senior Editor, AI-Search
Chicago, IL · Hybrid
$50 - $60/hr
Hands-on experience using LLM-based tools (such as ChatGPT, Jasper, Claude, or similar) in a live ... Experience editing and managing other writers, delivering direct feedback, and setting team-wide ...
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Senior Editor, AI-Search
Chicago, IL · Hybrid
$50 - $60/hr
Hands-on experience using LLM-based tools (such as ChatGPT, Jasper, Claude, or similar) in a live ... Experience editing and managing other writers, delivering direct feedback, and setting team-wide ...
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Healthtech Editor
Chicago, IL · On-site
$115K - $130K/yr
This is a leadership role in the Modern Healthcare newsroom. You will help set the editorial ... Employees who live within a reasonable commute distance from a Crain office are expected to work on ...
Healthtech Editor
Chicago, IL · On-site
$115K - $130K/yr
This is a leadership role in the Modern Healthcare newsroom. You will help set the editorial ... Employees who live within a reasonable commute distance from a Crain office are expected to work on ...
Healthtech Editor
$115K - $130K/yr
This is a leadership role in the Modern Healthcare newsroom. You will help set the editorial ... Employees who live within a reasonable commute distance from a Crain office are expected to work on ...
Healthtech Editor
$115K - $130K/yr
This is a leadership role in the Modern Healthcare newsroom. You will help set the editorial ... Employees who live within a reasonable commute distance from a Crain office are expected to work on ...
Video and Content Editor
Chicago, IL · On-site
... hooks in the first seconds, tight pacing, and clear storytelling. * Rapidly turn live streams ... Extensive experience editing social-first content for TikTok, Instagram Reels, YouTube Shorts, X ...
Video and Content Editor
Chicago, IL · On-site
... hooks in the first seconds, tight pacing, and clear storytelling. * Rapidly turn live streams ... Extensive experience editing social-first content for TikTok, Instagram Reels, YouTube Shorts, X ...
Video and Content Editor
Chicago, IL · On-site
... hooks in the first seconds, tight pacing, and clear storytelling. * Rapidly turn live streams ... Extensive experience editing social-first content for TikTok, Instagram Reels, YouTube Shorts, X ...
Video and Content Editor
Chicago, IL · On-site
... hooks in the first seconds, tight pacing, and clear storytelling. * Rapidly turn live streams ... Extensive experience editing social-first content for TikTok, Instagram Reels, YouTube Shorts, X ...
Managing Editor
Chicago, IL · On-site
$90K - $98K/yr
... with live entertainment. Every month, our platform inspires over 300 million people in +55 ... Liaise with regional Managing Editors and the Executive Editor of North America to share weekly ...
Managing Editor
Chicago, IL · On-site
$90K - $98K/yr
... with live entertainment. Every month, our platform inspires over 300 million people in +55 ... Liaise with regional Managing Editors and the Executive Editor of North America to share weekly ...
Live In Animation Editor information
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$11.64 - $15.98
4% of jobs
$15.98 - $20.33
14% of jobs
$21.93 is the 25th percentile. Wages below this are outliers.
$20.33 - $24.67
18% of jobs
The median wage is $28.85 / hr.
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$38.11 is the 75th percentile. Wages above this are outliers.
$37.71 - $42.05
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How much do live in animation editor jobs pay per hour?
As of Jun 7, 2026, the average hourly pay for live in animation editor in Chicago, IL is $32.55, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $22.02 and $40.87 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.
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Job description
We're looking for a skilled Video/Motion Editor to support our video and motion team as a key right-hand partner to the Video/Motion Director. In this role, you'll take raw footage and creative assets and turn them into polished, finished content ready for use across web, mobile, social, and broadcast. You'll collaborate closely with the team to ensure every deliverable meets quality standards, brand expectations, and project goals.
Key Responsibilities
Key Responsibilities
- Edit video and motion graphic content for a variety of formats and platforms (web, mobile, social, broadcast)
- Assemble raw footage, dialogue, music, sound effects, and graphics into finished video deliverables
- Create and/or enhance motion graphics, animation, and visual effects as needed
- Support the production team by assisting with video shoots when necessary
- Collaborate with internal team members to ensure final edits meet creative intent and desired outcomes
- Maintain strong attention to detail and ensure content is delivered on time and production-ready
- Strong video editing experience with a solid understanding of pacing, storytelling, and visual flow
- Motion graphics experience with the ability to build or modify graphics/animations as needed
- Comfortable working with multiple types of media assets (footage, audio, graphics, effects)
- Ability to take direction well and thrive in a collaborative, fast-paced creative environment
- Reliable, responsive, and able to manage deadlines while maintaining quality
- Experience supporting or participating in live video shoots
- Ability to jump in wherever needed during production to help the team meet deadlines
About smartdept.
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smartdept. is a nationwide creative, digital, and marketing talent resource. We provide companies with freelance, contract, direct hire, and contract-to-hire candidates for on-site, remote, and hybrid opportunities. Our ability to service customers of all sizes, while still taking a boutique approach to service, allows us the best chance to cultivate the successful relationships we value. Our detailed matching process lets us really get to know everything about our talent – their short- and long-term goals, strengths and weaknesses, favorite playlist, go-to social media influencer, you name it. So when you present us with your criteria, we can provide the most ideal candidate, not just the most available one.
Industry
Recruiting and staffing services
Company size
11 - 50 Employees
Headquarters location
Chicago, IL, US
Year founded
2001