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Location: Minneapolis, MN (onsite at 500 Washington Ave S, Ste 1000, Minneapolis, MN 55415)

If you're looking for a fast-paced, growth-focused environment to flex your digital marketing muscle, Rocket55 is a perfect fit. Rocket55 has been a full-service digital marketing agency for 15 years, no small feat in an industry that changes and evolves daily. Keeping up with the technological innovations and market trends in our industry makes every day working here an adventure. We're looking for fellow hard-working digital crusaders who are eager to drive results for our clients, thrive in a diverse and dynamic workplace, and add to a culture of curiosity, innovation, and awesomeness.

Join our fast-paced, success-driven team and be part of a company that values relentless pursuit of results, curiosity, collaboration, and adaptability. If you are driven by excellence and hungry for success, we want to hear from you.

We're looking for a seasoned video producer to own video projects end to end, in partnership with our team. This person is both the videographer and the editor: developing the concept, shaping the script, planning the shoot, leading the shoot on location, and editing through to final polished delivery. You're a wizard with Adobe Premiere and comfortable behind the camera, and you can move fluidly between long-form and corporate work and platform-native short-form vertical video for social. You bring an eye for story, strong production instincts, and curiosity about where AI is taking the craft. With avenues for both vertical advancement and the expansion of our services, you'll have the chance to grow and thrive within our dynamic team.

Own projects end to end

• Own video projects from concept through final delivery, in partnership with the team: concept development, scripting, pre-production planning, the shoot, and post.
• Develop concepts and write or shape scripts for client and brand work.
• Conduct research, ideate, and contribute to scopes, production plans, timelines, and general creative direction and opportunities for the company.

Production and on set

• Plan shoots: scope, shot lists, locations, gear, scheduling, and logistics.
• Execute shoots as lead videographer: camera operation, lighting setup, audio capture, equipment management, and directing on set.
• Apply knowledge of camera operation, various lenses, and video formats to ensure optimal footage quality.

Editing and post-production

• Log, organize, and assemble raw footage in Adobe Premiere into compelling visual narratives.
• Edit projects from assembly and rough cut through to a seamless, polished final product.
• Cut short-form vertical video for social platforms (Instagram Reels, TikTok, YouTube Shorts) alongside long-form and corporate deliverables.
• Create engaging motion graphics and text treatments, and customize Adobe After Effects templates as needed.
• Compile and curate creative assets such as music and graphics to raise overall production value.
• Clean audio in Adobe Audition and mix sound for final video deliverables, ensuring optimal audio quality.

Tools and ways of working

• Use AI-assisted editing and generative video tools (for example Adobe Firefly, Runway, and Premiere AI features) to speed workflows and expand creative options.
• Collaborate with project managers to develop schedules and timelines for production and post, ensuring timely delivery.
• Collaborate across departments to align on project objectives and deliverables.

• 5+ years in video production and editing, with demonstrated ownership of projects from concept through delivery.
• Adobe Creative Suite experience with demonstrated proficiency in Adobe Premiere for editing and post-production.
• Ability to create engaging motion graphics and text treatments.
• Working familiarity with Adobe After Effects, including customizing AE templates.
• Knowledge of commercial and corporate video production end to end (shooting, editing, and delivering high-quality content).
• Hands-on videography: camera operation, lighting, audio capture, and directing on set.
• Comfort editing for social platforms, with an eye for platform-native vertical and short-form pacing.
• Audio cleanup and mixing for final deliverables (Adobe Audition or equivalent).
• Strong attention to detail, effective time management, and the ability to collaborate across departments to meet deadlines.

• Hands-on experience with AI video tools (Adobe Firefly, Runway, Sora, or similar).
• Proficiency in Adobe Photoshop for image editing and graphic design.
• Ability to create simple animations to enhance video content.
• Skill in leading meetings, presenting video concepts to clients, and interpreting and implementing client feedback.
• Agency experience.

• $55,000 – $65,000 - depending on experience and qualifications.

Full-time employment with a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Complimentary parking
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with matching contributions from the Company
• Life insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) coverage
• Company-provided Short Term Disability insurance
• Long Term Disability coverage
• Paid Time Off
• Holiday pay, including Floating Holiday
• Flexible work schedules

Rocket55 is an equal opportunity employer and is dedicated to creating an inclusive work environment void of harassment and discrimination. Our goal at Rocket55 is to cultivate a culture where each team member feels appreciated, empowered, and motivated to pursue both personal and collective objectives. This commitment entails ensuring opportunity and accessibility for individuals of all backgrounds, including but not limited to race, ethnicity, age, marital status, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, religion, national origin, disabilities, political affiliation, and socioeconomic status.

Note: This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the position and does not encompass all responsibilities and qualifications that may be required. The role may evolve based on the needs of the company.