What are the responsibilities and job description for the Video Editor position at AARP?
Overview:
AARP’s Integrated Communications and Marketing (ICM) Group includes Membership, Content and Editorial, Customer Experience, External Relations, Brand Strategy and Strategic Communications. Across paid, earned, shared and owned channels, ICM manages AARP’s reputation, drives engagement and member growth, and showcases AARP’s mission and value through one, integrated voice.
The Video Editor provides video editing services to support various departmental services that meet organization-wide needs. Works with cross-functional teams to edit and finalize video content. Implements communication plans and ensures internal/external stakeholders are informed regarding project processes and impact. Collaborates with management to identify opportunities to streamline processes and to develop new procedures that support the business unit/department
Responsibilities:
Compensation and Benefits
AARP offers a competitive compensation and benefits package including a 401(k); 100% company-funded pension plan; health, dental, and vision plans; life insurance; paid time off to include company and individual holidays, vacation, sick, caregiving, and parental leave; performance-based and peer-based recognition and tuition reimbursement.
AARP is the nation's largest nonprofit, nonpartisan organization dedicated to empowering people 50 and older to choose how they live as they age. With a nationwide presence, AARP strengthens communities and advocates for what matters most to the more than 100 million Americans 50-plus and their families: health and financial security, and personal fulfillment. AARP also works for individuals in the marketplace by sparking new solutions and allowing carefully chosen, high-quality products and services to carry the AARP name. As a trusted source for news and information, AARP produces the nation's largest-circulation publications, AARP The Magazine and the AARP Bulletin.
AARP’s Integrated Communications and Marketing (ICM) Group includes Membership, Content and Editorial, Customer Experience, External Relations, Brand Strategy and Strategic Communications. Across paid, earned, shared and owned channels, ICM manages AARP’s reputation, drives engagement and member growth, and showcases AARP’s mission and value through one, integrated voice.
The Video Editor provides video editing services to support various departmental services that meet organization-wide needs. Works with cross-functional teams to edit and finalize video content. Implements communication plans and ensures internal/external stakeholders are informed regarding project processes and impact. Collaborates with management to identify opportunities to streamline processes and to develop new procedures that support the business unit/department
- Creates cohesive video content using video editing software that brings a producer’s scripted vision to life using video footage, graphics, sound design, and other techniques. Provides editorial, sales, promotions, and publishing services for the organization.
- Ensures all edits are seamless and natural to help the story flow effectively, reviewing all final files for quality and consistency prior to delivery.
- Maintains an organized project from start to finish for easy navigation and file retrieval for current and future needs.
- Works to improve the storytelling process of a video by taking both direction from collaborators and having a keen eye to problem solve on their own.
- Applies knowledge of different techniques to seamlessly transfer footage and review cuts for sharing and collaboration.
- Collaborates with management to establish and implement post-production best practices, including knowledge of new techniques, formats and software to improve day-to-day workflow.
- Bachelor's degree (ideally in a film or another creative discipline) and 8 years of experience
- Highly proficient and skilled in the field of video editing, specifically using Adobe Premiere
- Knowledge of supporting Adobe applications, including but not limited to After Effects, Photoshop, Media Encoder, Illustrator
- Expert skills in the field of video editing, specifically using Adobe Premiere. Knowledge of DaVinci Resolve and AVID a plus.
- Strong knowledge of supporting Adobe applications, including but not limited to After Effects, Photoshop, Media Encoder, Illustrator
- Ability to adapt to changes in technology in the field of video editing
AARP will not sponsor an employment visa for this position at this time.
Additional Requirements
Additional Requirements
- Regular and reliable job attendance
- Effective verbal and written communication skills
- Exhibit respect and understanding of others to maintain professional relationships
- Independent judgement in evaluation options to make sound decisions
- In office/open office environment with the ability to work effectively surrounded by moderate noise
Hybrid Work Environment
AARP observes Mondays and Fridays as remote workdays, except for essential functions. Remote work can only be done within the United States and its territories.
AARP observes Mondays and Fridays as remote workdays, except for essential functions. Remote work can only be done within the United States and its territories.
Compensation and Benefits
AARP offers a competitive compensation and benefits package including a 401(k); 100% company-funded pension plan; health, dental, and vision plans; life insurance; paid time off to include company and individual holidays, vacation, sick, caregiving, and parental leave; performance-based and peer-based recognition and tuition reimbursement.
Equal Employment Opportunity
AARP is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive culture. AARP does not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, religion, sex, color, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, mental or physical disability, genetic information, veteran status, or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law.
AARP is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive culture. AARP does not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, religion, sex, color, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, mental or physical disability, genetic information, veteran status, or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law.
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