Video Editor Jobs in Rensselaer, NY (NOW HIRING)

Duties Description The Video Editor will be responsible for executing video content for marketing campaigns, training videos, social media, documentaries, etc. You'll help brainstorm and create material for government agencies across NYS. This position is a great way to show off how creative you can be with post-production techniques.

This is a highly creative and technical position. As the Video Editor, you'll manage video workload, as assigned by the producer or creative directors. You will edit projects; you will mix audio.

You will pick the best soundbites and create content that has an impact. Looking for someone with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment supervising numerous projects in various states of being finished. You should be comfortable editing scripted and documentary style, working with interviews and crafting storylines.

You should be stylistically savvy and be able to work within various creative approaches Seeking someone with proficiency with Adobe Creative Cloud systems including Premiere, After Effects, Photoshop, and Illustrator. Person must have the ability to adapt to new workflows. Also, the ability to prioritize and respond accordingly.

The ability to handle feedback and work towards a common goal. A high attention to detail and an obsession with organization will go far. This is a stable job for an incredible editor on a supportive team.

Apply now if you are: A mid-career video editor with passion and skill covering a variety of responsibilities: storytelling, video editing, audio editing, voiceover recording, color correction, light motion graphics, VFX, etc. Someone who wants to collaborate with producers and designers A good listener who can take complex subject matter and simplify it for a large audience Always interested in taking an idea and infusing creativity A true love for the art of telling impactful stories that move audiences An editor that can take pieces of the puzzle on your own and make something unexpected What's in it for you: Full-time, Monday through Friday work week Opportunity to join a dedicated and professional team of creatively supportive people Excellent New York State benefits like tuition reimbursement, health insurance, Paid Family Leave, and retirement plans. Minimum Qualifications NOTE: IN ORDER TO AWARD THE PROPER CREDIT FOR WORK EXPERIENCE, RESUMES MUST INCLUDE MONTH AND YEAR FOR START AND END DATES.

IF ANY OF THIS EXPERIENCE IS LESS THAN FULL TIME YOU MUST INDICATE THE AVERAGE NUMBER OF HOURS WORKED PER WEEK. Six years of experience* in one or more of the following assignment areas with a national network, local network television affiliate, cable news, commercial media production facility, marketing communications agency or related operation. College study in a related field may be substituted for up to four years of experience with 30 credit hours equaling one year of experience.

Preferred Qualifications: 5+ years of direct experience as a video editor Strong knowledge and understanding of social media platforms and how to use each strategically Strong interpersonal skills Attention to detail and quality Bachelor's degree in production, communications, digital media, marketing, or a related discipline required Experience in editing required Please include a reel of your edited projects or video samples in your job application. If there are no creative samples available, you will not be considered. Additional Comments The Office of General Services (OGS) is an equal opportunity employer, and we recognize that diversity in our workforce is critical to fulfilling our mission.

We encourage applicants from all communities to apply. For a full version of OGS's EEO/AA statement and benefits joining Team #OneOGS, please visit http://www.ogs.ny.gov/employment. NOTE ON TELECOMMUTING: Employees are required to apply and obtain approval through management to telecommute according to the agency's Telecommuting Program Guidelines

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