Video Editor

About Impact Theory

Impact Theory is a mission-driven modern media company designed to create positive change in people’s lives through the creation of entertaining and empowering content. Designed as an integrated studio, Impact Theory develops and produces video games, webcomics, film & TV, as well as world-class YouTube and podcast content that has garnered half a billion views on YouTube alone. Regardless of type, Impact Theory’s content underscores the company's mission to ensure the global spread of a growth mindset through ideas and entertainment.

Job Summary

Reporting to the Production Manager, you as the Video Editor are responsible for editing all requested video footage and audio clips into an engaging and entertaining format. You will work closely with the Production team and Producers from inception and notes passes, through execution. You’ll work from our West Hollywood, California production and studio office Monday through Friday as part of a collaborative team. Ideal candidates will have experience cutting multi-cam talk show or podcast-style content, along with the ability to work with motion graphics, perform basic color correction, perform basic sound mixing, and navigate some After Effects.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Assures that all versions of edits arrive to the Producer in a timely fashion so notes can be addressed
• Work with Production to establish look and feel of created content
• Responsible for ensuring content quality adheres to company brand standards
• Able to edit quickly and efficiently
• Establish a clear understanding of the storyline and purpose of video’s creation
• Ensure project and videos follow a logical sequence
• Ability to manipulate film and video footage utilizing modern editing techniques
  

The compensation range for this position is $70,000 to $80,000 depending on experience.

Requirements

• 5+ years of video editing experience

• Proficiency with different file types (JPG, PNG, MOV, MP4, etc.)
• Excellent proficiency with video codecs and encoding.
• Proficient with Adobe Premiere Pro, Adobe After Effects, Adobe Photoshop, DaVinci Resolve, Final Cut Pro X, etc. (please indicate experience level with each)
• Solid color-correcting knowledge
• Solid sound mixing and sound design abilities
• Ability to work with motion graphics and dynamic links in Adobe
• Solution-oriented mentality
• Student mindset - always interested in learning and growing
• Interest in a full-time, staff position
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent overall computer and technical Editing program skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent time management skills, with the ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and shift focus to more pressing tasks.
• Ability to work onsite, Monday through Friday at our West Hollywood location

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience conceptualizing and editing engaging short-form videos including promos, trailers, sizzles, and ads.
• Demonstrated experience editing long-form videos that require setting up multicam timelines, syncing audio, adding sound design, and crafting compelling stories.
• Strong creative judgment when selecting, customizing, and timing motion graphics.
• Passion for YouTube content, long-format podcasts, and making a meaningful impact through entertainment.

Benefits

• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance Plans

• Life Insurance
• 401k
• Flexible, “Unlimited” PTO Policy
• 1-year subscription to Audible
• Full employee access to Impact Theory University
• 2 Complimentary Books (Radical Confidence by Lisa Bilyeu and Principles by Ray Dalio)

FRAUD/SCAM NOTICE
Please note that Impact Theory interview requests and job offers only originate from an @impacttheory.com email address. We have a robust interview process that includes phone, video Google Meets calls, and in-person interviews at our Los Angeles, California-based office prior to any person receiving an offer of employment. Impact Theory will also never ask for bank account information (including routing or account numbers), social security numbers, passwords or any other sensitive information to be delivered over email or phone. Always reference our career site, Impact Theory Careers, to see if the position that you are applying to is legitimate. If you receive a scam issue or a security issue involving Impact Theory, please notify us at hr@impacttheory.com.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY & FAIR CHANCE HIRING
Impact Theory is an Equal Opportunity employer. We celebrate and embrace diversity, and believe the strongest teams are from a broad tapestry of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex including sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.