Sound Editor Jobs in Baltimore, MD (NOW HIRING)

You may know McCormick as a leader in herbs, spices, seasonings, and condiments – and we’re only getting started. At McCormick, we’re always looking for new people to bring their unique flavor to our team.

McCormick employees – all 14,000 of us across the world – are what makes this company a great place to work.

We are looking to hire a Video Editor immediately in a Hybrid (50/50) capacity at our Global Headquarters in Hunt Valley, Maryland. 

What We Bring To The Table:

The best people deserve the best rewards. In addition to the benefits you’d expect from a global leader (401k, health insurance, paid time off, etc.) we also offer:

• Competitive compensation

• Career growth opportunities

• Flexibility and Support for Diverse Life Stages and Choices

• Wellbeing programs including Physical, Mental and Financial wellness

• Tuition assistance

Position Summary:

We are seeking a creative and detail-oriented Video Editor to create compelling visual content for various marketing activations, including but not limited to campaigns, social media platforms, and digital shelf. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, understands digital trends, and can transform raw footage into engaging, high-performing videos.

Key Responsibilities:

• Edit raw video footage to create engaging content for social media (Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, etc.) and marketing campaigns. Incorporate branding, messaging, and storytelling into all video content
• Cut, assemble, and enhance footage with graphics, sound, and effects
• Adapt video formats, lengths, and styles for different platforms and audiences
• Collaborate with marketing, creative, and campaign teams to bring concepts to life
• Stay up-to-date with social media trends, editing techniques, and platform best practices
• Organize and maintain video assets and project files
• Incorporate branding, messaging, and storytelling into all video content
• Defining and refining brand-specific executions in alignment with brand guidelines

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Film/Video, Motion Graphics, Visual Communication, or similar PLUS 8 years of related work experience.
• In lieu of a degree, 12 plus years of related work experience will be accepted
• A developed job portfolio
• Advanced proficiency in video editing tools (e.g., Davinci Resolve Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects)
• Experience producing short-form, platform-optimized content (Reels, TikTok, YouTube Shorts)
• Strong understanding of storytelling, pacing, sound design, and visual composition
• Experienced working with RED RAW (R3D) files.
• Able to effectively collaborate with a team of creatives and cross-functional partners.
• Able to manage projects and tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and execution skills required.
• Must be flexible, change-ready, detail-oriented and deadline driven.
• Ability to stay true to a brand identity while still being creative and innovative with production ideas

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working on marketing campaigns or branded content
• Proficient in color grading and audio editing knowledge
• Familiarity with content performance metrics and optimization
• In-depth understanding of editing video for specific social platforms (Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, etc.)
• Experience working with multiple brands with unique styles and tones of voice. Experience preparing a post project to go out of house for finishing.
• Navigate differing creative perspectives and resolve challenges diplomatically
• Respond thoughtfully to changing project needs while understanding team dynamics and individual strengths
• Build consensus and drive alignment around creative vision, priorities, and process improvements
• Proactively anticipate project challenges and develop practical, effective solutions
• Ensure accuracy to brief, consistency in execution, and high production standards

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As a general policy, McCormick does not offer employment visa sponsorships upon hire or in the future. 

Base Salary: $74,330 - $130,080

Base salary compensation will be determined based on factors such as geographic location, skills, education, experience for this role, and/or internal equity of our current employees as part of any final offer. This position is also eligible to participate in McCormick’s Incentive Bonus (MIB) Plan. In addition to a competitive compensation package, permanent employees of McCormick are eligible for our extensive Total Rewards programs that include:

- Comprehensive health plans covering medical, vision, dental, life and disability benefits

- Family-friendly benefits such as paid parental leave, fertility benefits, Employee Assistance Program, and caregiver support

- Retirement and investment programs including 401(k) and profit-sharing plans

McCormick & Company is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.