Associate Editor (Video)

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Associate Editor (Video)

PEOPLE Video team seeks a dynamic, enthusiastic Associate Editor with strong video editing skills and a passion for visual storytelling to create short-form video. The Associate Editor will work the ET shift and will be able to operate independently when necessary in the later hours. The Associate Editor is a self-starter, can handle fast-paced, breaking news situations, and is able to anticipate what video needs and requests they will have to execute in a quick turnaround situation.

Assignment Details

40 hours a week

Start date: March 2025

End date: 3 months with potential to extend

Hourly Rate: $20-30

Location: Hybrid - 3 days in New York DDM Office, 2 days work from home

Assignment Responsibilities

• Efficiently cut a high volume of quick video clips, without sacrificing quality.
• Source assets to support content ideas.
• Ensure brand guidelines and voice are adhered to in all executions.
• Respond to all requests and communications in a timely and thorough manner.
• Support peers by reviewing work to ensure zero errors.
  
  

Skills/Experience

• BA or BS in Broadcast Journalism, Communications, Marketing, Film/TV or a related field is preferred.
• 1-3 years in video production or digital video
• Video editing in Adobe Premiere, experience with script writing/storytelling.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite and a baseline level of knowledge with After Effects.
• Self-starter and independent worker.
• Strong organizational and prioritization skills.
• Ability to multitask, prioritize projects, communicate progress and work under tight deadlines.
• Flawless spelling and grammar.
  
  

Dotdash Meredith is America’s largest digital and print publisher. Our 40 iconic and fast-growing brands harness the best intent-driven content, the fastest sites, and the fewest ads to help nearly 200 million people every month, including 95 percent of US women, make decisions, take action, and find inspiration. Dotdash Meredith brands include PEOPLE, Better Homes & Gardens, Verywell, FOOD & WINE, The Spruce, Allrecipes, Byrdie, REAL SIMPLE, Investopedia, Southern Living and more.

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