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Video Lab

Video Marketing Strategist

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

Company Description Video is booming! Less than 6 years ago, Video Lab was founded to help companies reach their goals through Video Marketing. Today, we're a team of ambitious video-superstars ...

SUNNY DISTRIBUTOR INC.

Video Editor

City Of Industry, CA · On-site

$20 - $25/hr

Video Editor We are looking for a talented Video Editor to join our Marketing Team. As a Video Editor, you will be responsible for assembling recorded film and video footage, applying artistic ...

Lemonlight

Video Editor

Marina, CA · On-site

About the Video Editor position We are looking for a talented video editor to assemble recorded footage into a finished project that matches director's vision and is suitable for broadcasting.

Lemonlight

Video Editor

Marina, CA · On-site

About the Video Editor position We are looking for a talented video editor to assemble recorded footage into a finished project that matches director's vision and is suitable for broadcasting.

Brite Ideas

Video Technician

Rancho Santa Margarita, CA

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Job Summary The Video Technician is a hybrid Operations and Production role responsible for advanced video equipment preparation, quality control, and maintenance within the warehouse, while also ...

Brite Ideas

Video Technician

Rancho Santa Margarita, CA · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Job Summary The Video Technician is a hybrid Operations and Production role responsible for advanced video equipment preparation, quality control, and maintenance within the warehouse, while also ...

Brite Ideas

Video Technician

Rancho Santa Margarita, CA · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Job Summary The Video Technician is a hybrid Operations and Production role responsible for advanced video equipment preparation, quality control, and maintenance within the warehouse, while also ...

Lemonlight

Video Editor

Marina, CA

About the Video Editor position We are looking for a talented video editor to assemble recorded footage into a finished project that matches director's vision and is suitable for broadcasting.

Got Light

Video Technician

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$35 - $45/hr

Got Light designs and produces lighting, audio, and video for hundreds of events each year including some of the most notable openings, premiers, and galas in San Francisco & beyond! Make Art. Have ...

Got Light

Video Technician

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$35 - $45/hr

Got Light designs and produces lighting, audio, and video for hundreds of events each year including some of the most notable openings, premiers, and galas in San Francisco & beyond! Make Art. Have ...

Think Academy US

Video Director

San Jose, CA

$30 - $50/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

Video content is one of Think Academy's key communication tools with parents. Across our website and social media platforms, videos play an essential role in explaining course structures, teaching ...

Think Academy US

Video Director

San Jose, CA

$30 - $50/hr

Video content is one of Think Academy's key communication tools with parents. Across our website and social media platforms, videos play an essential role in explaining course structures, teaching ...

Think Academy US

Video Director

San Jose, CA · On-site

$30 - $50/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

Video content is one of Think Academy's key communication tools with parents. Across our website and social media platforms, videos play an essential role in explaining course structures, teaching ...

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Video Editor

City Of Industry, CA · On-site

$20 - $25/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • PTO

Exercise equipment manufacturer located in City of Industry is looking to hire a video editor to join their team. Monday - Friday 8:30am - 5:30pm Cut and assemble recorded footage and audio. Create ...

Innova Disc Golf

Video Producer

Ontario, CA · Remote

The Video Producer is a key storytelling partner for the Innova brand, responsible for capturing and crafting compelling disc golf content across our biggest media channels. Primary deliverables ...

Nexstar Media Group

Video editor

Bakersfield, CA · On-site

Sets up and operates computer editing systems, electronic titling systems, video switching equipment, and digital video effects units to produce a final product * Selects and combines the most ...

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How much do video jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 15, 2026, the average hourly pay for video in California is $25.09, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.99 and $28.70 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a video?

A Video job typically involves creating, editing, and producing video content for various platforms, such as social media, television, or websites. Professionals in this field may work as videographers, editors, or motion graphic designers, using specialized software and equipment to craft high-quality visuals. Depending on the role, responsibilities can include filming footage, editing raw clips, adding effects, and optimizing videos for specific audiences or formats. Video jobs are common in marketing, entertainment, education, and media industries.

What does a typical workday look like for someone in a video role?

A typical workday for a Video professional often includes collaborating with team members to plan shoots, capturing footage, and editing content to meet project requirements and deadlines. You may find yourself working both independently and in a group setting, especially when producing larger projects that require input from scriptwriters, directors, or marketing teams. In addition to technical tasks, there’s usually ongoing communication with stakeholders to ensure the final product aligns with overall goals. Over time, professionals in this field can expand their careers by specializing in areas like motion graphics, directing, or taking on production management roles.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the video position, and why are they important?

To thrive in a Video role, you need strong skills in video production, editing, and storytelling, often supported by a background in film, communications, or digital media. Proficiency with editing software such as Adobe Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro, and experience with camera equipment are typically required. Creativity, collaboration, and attention to detail are valuable soft skills that will set you apart. These skills ensure high-quality, engaging video content that meets client or organizational needs in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

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Infographic showing various Video job openings in California as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 77% Full Time, 17% Part Time, 2% Temporary, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 83% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 14% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $52,194 per year, or $25.1 per hour.

Video AI Engineer

Zoom Video Communications, Inc.

San Jose, CA • On-site

$137K - $275K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 12 days ago

Job description

What you can expect
As a Video AI Engineer, you'll enhance video codecs, video generation, and real-time 3D reconstruction to improve video quality, immersion, and performance in Zoom products. You will work across our stack, developing software ranging from Web Server to business application layers for our distributed, cloud-hosted backend. Working alongside leading experts in the field, you'll deliver happiness to our users and grow your knowledge base every day.
About the Team
With eight specialized departments, the engineering team functions as a highly collaborative, diverse powerhouse. Each department mission is to deliver seamless and innovative communication solutions. These range from software development and machine learning to quality assurance teams that work to create and maintain Zoom's user-friendly interfaces and robust infrastructure. The team continues to push the boundaries of communication technology, bringing people together regardless of their physical distance.
Responsibilities
  • Building and developing video and generative video processing applications on both desktop and mobile systems.
  • Participating in research and performance evaluation of video processing, video generation, and 3D reconstruction algorithms.
  • Designing and developing algorithms in Zoom's video and 3D reconstruction processing pipelines at both module and system levels.
  • Implementing video, neural rendering, and 3D Gaussian Splatting algorithms with modular, well-organized, and production-ready code.
  • Optimizing video, generative, and 3D reconstruction algorithms to achieve real-time performance on corresponding platforms.
  • Customizing, integrating, and shipping deep learning models-including video generative models and 3D neural rendering models-across Mac, Windows, iOS, and Android.
  • Setting up test environments, developing test tools, and designing unit tests for runtime verification of video and 3D pipeline components.

What we're looking for
  • Hold a PhD degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Applied Mathematics, or a related field; or a Masters degree with 3 years of relevant experience; or 7 years of equivalent professional experience.
  • Have experience with C/C++ or Objective-C, and Python, talking avatar/head/portrait(with released projects and top conference papers).
  • Have hands-on experience with video generation or video diffusion models, neural rendering techniques (e.g., NeRF, 3D Gaussian Splatting), and 3D reconstruction systems.
  • Have hands-on experience with machine learning techniques such as generative models, diffusion models, discriminative models, or transfer learning.
  • Possess experience with or a solid understanding of at least one deepfake detection approach. This includes biometric analysis-based methods, vision-language model (VLM)-based techniques, interactive behavior analysis, or multimodal signal modeling that leverages visual, temporal, and audio cues.
  • Have familiarity with multi-threaded programming and communication mechanisms.
  • Have understanding of multimedia stream data processing flows, ideally including 3D scene or point cloud pipelines.

Salary Range or On Target Earnings:
Minimum:
$137,700.00
Maximum:
$275,400.00
In addition to the base salary and/or OTE listed Zoom has a Total Direct Compensation philosophy that takes into consideration; base salary, bonus and equity value.
Note: Starting pay will be based on a number of factors and commensurate with qualifications & experience.
We also have a location based compensation structure; there may be a different range for candidates in this and other locations
At Zoom, we offer a window of at least 5 days for you to apply because we believe in giving you every opportunity. Below is the potential closing date, just in case you want to mark it on your calendar. We look forward to receiving your application!
Anticipated Position Close Date:
08/31/26
Ways of Working
Our structured hybrid approach is centered around our offices and remote work environments. The work style of each role, Hybrid, Remote, or In-Person is indicated in the job description/posting.
Benefits
As part of our award-winning workplace culture and commitment to delivering happiness, our benefits program offers a variety of perks, benefits, and options to help employees maintain their physical, mental, emotional, and financial health; support work-life balance; and contribute to their community in meaningful ways. Click Learn for more information.
About Us
Zoomies help people stay connected so they can get more done together. We set out to build the best collaboration platform for the enterprise, and today help people communicate better with products like Zoom Contact Center, Zoom Phone, Zoom Events, Zoom Apps, Zoom Rooms, and Zoom Webinars.
We're problem-solvers, working at a fast pace to design solutions with our customers and users in mind. Find room to grow with opportunities to stretch your skills and advance your career in a collaborative, growth-focused environment.
Our Commitment
At Zoom, we believe great work happens when people feel supported and empowered. We're committed to fair hiring practices that ensure every candidate is evaluated based on skills, experience, and potential. If you require an accommodation during the hiring process, let us know-we're here to support you at every step.
If you need assistance navigating the interview process due to a medical disability, please submit an Accommodations Request Form and someone from our team will reach out soon. This form is solely for applicants who require an accommodation due to a qualifying medical disability. Non-accommodation-related requests, such as application follow-ups or technical issues, will not be addressed.
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