Senior Video Editor

Description

Brooklyn Academy of Music (BAM) is a multi-disciplinary arts center located in Brooklyn, New York. For more than 150 years, BAM has been the home for adventurous artists, audiences, and ideas—engaging both global and local communities. With world-renowned programming in theater, dance, music, opera, film, and much more, BAM showcases the work of emerging artists and innovative modern masters.

Collaborating with the Chief Brand Officer to ideate / conceptualize video content materials that serve BAM’s brand, marketing, programming and growth initiatives. The Senior Video Editor then leads the creation of video content assignments for said BAM initiatives and other projects as assigned (educational, and archival initiatives). Elevated craft and technical skills to produce best in class video content materials. Create and maintain a well-run video editorial dept. focused on maximizing the craft and quality of finished work, developing skills, and supervising (internal and external partners) and maintaining and auditing a library of video equipment. Serve as the face of the video team to BAM, exuding a sense of enthusiasm for collaboration and enthusiastically welcoming all inquiries from BAM constituents.

In addition, work with teams of copywriters, designers, producers, and other stakeholders to concept, organize, and execute video projects. Edit high quality video content, including trailers, promotional videos, short-form documentaries, archives, and other special projects. Collaborate with the creative team to develop compelling copy and motion graphics for video projects. Lead the video content capture of BAM events for archives, fundraising and marketing purposes. When needed, lead the video content capture of special brand initiatives (short form docs, artists / staff interviews / bts footage, etc).

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:  

• Balance workloads in collaboration with project managers and CBO, when needed, assign and supervise projects to internal team members and freelancers.
• Work closely with CBO to continually align on capacity.
• Work closely with PM and CBO to accurately address capacity and have input in creatively solving bandwidth issues and maintaining a list of freelance support.
• Lead freelancers in their work, including technical, creative, and institutional questions, and demonstrate how to respond to feedback and creative direction with curiosity and an open mind.
• Edit video projects, responding to input from and collaboration with the creative team and stakeholders.
• Shoot video as assigned.
• Provide general video production support, including media management of footage library, content duplications, transcoding, log and capture, and other duties as assigned.
• Provide support for video productions including set-up of equipment, camera operation and assistance during live shoots.
• Collaborate with freelance / external or internal video editors, archives, and IT division to create and maintain our digital asset management plan.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years’ experience in video/production work.
• Bachelor's degree in film studies or relevant / pertinent experience in the video content sector.
• Knowledge of non-linear editing and post-production software (Adobe PremiereCC, After Effects CC, Media Encoder, MPEG Streamclip, Final Cut, DaVinci,Cyberlink, Pinnacle), digital video production, audio recording/mixing.
• Knowledge of video codecs, encoding workflow and file formats.
• Expert proficiency in Microsoft Suites.
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills along with a professional decorum, ability to speak kindly and respectfully to internal and external colleagues and collaborators.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to efficiently work in a fast-paced environment, balancing multiple projects and adhering to deadlines.
• Commitment to maintaining an equitable, diverse, and inclusive work environment.
• Comfortable working with DEI concepts, programs, and initiatives.
• Commitment to fostering a positive work environment.
• Ability to develop eye catching / best in class video assets for various BAM
• programming, educational and other organizational wide initiatives.
• An evolving, relevant and strong aesthetic sensibility.
• A solid understanding of creative campaigns, advertising campaigns, brand campaigns, and video trends.
• Ability to visualize concepts quickly and clearly, from inception through to development.
• Capable of both following and providing creative direction.
• Knowledge of BAMs Mission, Vision and Values and ability to interpret and apply them in executional thinking.
• Ability to accurately interpret a creative brief.

Compensation: The salary for this position is $75,520 per year. This role is represented by Local 2110 and will be paid in accordance with the BAM/UAW Local 2110 Collective Bargaining Agreement. This position is full-time, exempt, and eligible for benefits. BAM provides a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance, retirement plan opportunities including both 401(k) and pension plans, as well as BAM-related benefits including access to BAM's fantastic programming. 

Working conditions: Administrative Work requiring mobility (Category 2):

• Ability to lift, push, and pull up to 50 pounds. Frequently walks and/or climbs stairs, lifts, carries, pushes, or pulls objects. Daily responsibilities may occur indoors and/or outdoors.
• Environment: Activities occur inside and outside.
• Hybrid Schedule

Application Instructions: Must complete an online application through BAM's website  - no phone calls, emails or walk-ins, please. 

Internal Applicants must apply through BAM's website.

Employees must meet all of the following criteria to be considered for an interview: 

Completed at least 1 year of continuous, active service in current position. (Positions excluded include, but are not limited to, temporary assignments, and probationary employees):

• Meet the experience and skills requirements as outlined in the job post; 
• Be employed in the current position for at least one year: 
• Performed in a satisfactory manner without any corrective actions in the last 12 months 

Brooklyn Academy of Music is an Equal Opportunity Employer. BAM recognizes that historic institutional practices lead to a non-inclusive environment and is working to address diversity and inclusion in all forms. Individuals in BAM are experiencing their own pace during this process, which is not uncommon when addressing power and privilege. The Brand Creative division supports and continues to take part in this process. 

Salary : $75,520