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Video Producer/Editor ("Preditor")
Location: Alpharetta, GA | Full-Time
Company: Optimum Productions
About the Role
We’re looking for a versatile Producer/Editor ("Preditor") who thrives in both pre-production and post-production. You’ll produce, write, direct, and edit video projects. This role is perfect for someone with a few years of experience looking to grow professionally—honing their craft while learning the business side of video production, including direct client interaction.
About YouYou’re a versatile and motivated video professional who’s ready for the next step in your career. Maybe you’ve been the one-person video team at a small business, juggling everything from pre-production to editing on your own. Or perhaps you’ve been navigating the highs and lows of freelance work and are craving more stability, consistency, and the chance to work on bigger projects.
You could also be coming from another video agency, where you’ve built up solid experience and are now ready for more creative ownership, opportunities to grow, and the chance to work with a collaborative team.
At your core, you’re a problem solver—someone who thrives on finding creative solutions to challenges. You get a thrill out of using your talents to help businesses tell their story, solve their problems, and ultimately achieve real results. Whether it’s producing, shooting, directing, or editing, you take pride in delivering polished, impactful work that makes a difference.
You’re eager to keep honing your skills, learning the business side of video production, and partnering with clients who value your expertise. If this sounds like you, we’d love to meet you and see how you can help us create awesome videos that move the needle for our clients.
If you’re excited about bringing stories to life, delivering exceptional videos for B2B clients, and taking on creative challenges, this role is for you. Travel is required for some projects, and all travel costs are covered.
Take a look at our work to see if this aligns with your creative vision: View Our Work.
Primary Responsibilities
- Produce, write, direct, and edit video projects that meet client goals and specifications.
- Transform raw footage into compelling stories through editing, motion graphics, music, and text overlays.
- Produce on-location or in-studio video projects (camera skills are a significant plus).
- Assist with live streaming, webcasting, and studio-based productions.
- Collaborate directly with clients, ensuring a seamless production process and excellent customer experience.
- Organize, archive, and maintain project files and video assets.
- Maintain and troubleshoot video equipment and editing software.
- Hire and collaborate with local crews across the country for various productions.
- Travel as needed for shoots (travel costs covered).
Skills and Abilities
- Post-Production: Proficiency in Adobe Premiere, After Effects, Photoshop, and Illustrator.
- Production: Strong understanding of cameras, lighting, and audio (We primarily use Blackmagic cameras)
- Filming skills are a strong plus.
- Ability to write scripts, direct shoots, and manage video projects end-to-end.
- Strong storytelling instincts with the ability to bring creative ideas to life.
- Excellent organizational and multitasking skills with the ability to meet tight deadlines.
- Professional communication skills for client interactions and project management.
- Self-motivated, eager to learn, and ready to grow professionally in both craft and business.
- Team player with a positive, can-do attitude.
Experience Required
- 2-5 years of experience in a creative agency, video production company, or in-house production team.
Compensation and Benefits
- Compensation: DOE (Based on Experience)
- Full-Time Position with a 90-day probationary period.
- Benefits include:
- Work from Home Fridays
- 12 PTO days annually
- 6 paid holidays
- Paid Christmas week off
- Vision and dental benefits available (Medical benefits not included).
- All travel expenses covered for required projects.
- Work-life balance and professional growth opportunities within the company.
About Us
Optimum Productions is a results-driven video production and marketing company specializing in B2B video storytelling that drives business impact. Based in Alpharetta, GA, we’ve been producing powerful video content since 2007. From concept to completion, we create dynamic, results-oriented projects that resonate with audiences.
Bonus
If you've made it this far, we want to hear from you! Send an email to careers@optimumproductions.com with the subject line "Video Producer Rockstar" and include your resume and links to your work.
Want to stand out? Send us a quick video message introducing yourself and telling us why you'd be a great fit for the role. Extra points for creativity!
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Preferred)
Experience:
- Adobe Premiere: 2 years (Preferred)
- in-house creative, video agency or full time freelance: 2 years (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Alpharetta, GA 30005 (Required)
Work Location: In person