Video Editing Specialist

Risepoint assists primarily regional universities in increasing their access and impact by making their academic programs available to students online. Founded in 2007, Risepoint's mission is to expand access to high-quality, affordable, and workforce-relevant education, especially for working and adult students. Risepoint brings single-minded dedication to student success, an integrated set of services, and data-driven performance to our collaboration with university partners.

Job Summary:

The Video Editor Specialist is a key member of the creative team delivering compelling videos that showcases the stories of our students, faculty, and partners. This role is responsible for editing polished videos used in our partner's marketing efforts. These types of videos are, but not limited to, Testimonial story driven content for organic and/or paid media efforts, paid social video content, brand awareness video content and more.

The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced, remote environment and is deeply committed to creating video content that advances Risepoint's mission to expand access to workforce-relevant education.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Post-Production

  • Edit and assemble raw footage into polished video content for a variety of marketing initiatives, including but not limited to social media ads, website videos, training materials, and executive communications.

  • Collaborate cross-functionally with key stake holders in creative, marketing, growth marketing and communications, to ensure brand consistency and storytelling alignment.

  • Creatively enhance final video product utilizing motion graphics, color correction, sound design, and visual effects as needed.

  • Be able to take and act on constructive feedback from leaders, teammates as well as internal and external partners.

• Project Management

  • Independently manage and organize video assets, project files, and media libraries based on departments best practices and standards.

  • Manage multiple projects simultaneously with strong version control, ensuring efficient feedback cycles, timely delivery, and alignment with stakeholder expectations.

  • Work with internal stakeholders to achieve the necessary timelines for deliverables. Raise any roadblocks to management for resolution.

  • Maintain consistent, transparent communication with the Director of Video Production and relevant teams, providing status updates, surfacing risks, and ensuring alignment on creative direction and execution.

• Additional Position Responsibilities

  • Perform in accordance with Risepoint Policies

  • Perform other duties as assigned

Job Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree required

• Minimum of 2-5 years of professional experience as a video editor, preferably in a marketing or educational setting.

• Must be able to provide a portfolio showcasing diversified work.

• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, especially Premiere Pro and After Effects.

• Experience in visual storytelling creating compelling, polished testimonial videos.

• Excellent organizational and communication skills.

• Ability to work independently in a fully remote environment, while still being part of a team.

• Experience with motion graphics and sound design.

• Background in marketing or communications.

• Experience creating paid social media assets.

• Familiarity with content strategy and digital marketing trends.

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Risepoint is an equal opportunity employer and supports a diverse and inclusive workforce.