Jr. Video Editor — Music & Storytelling Content

This is a Full Time position in the field of Post Production - Editing, Compositing, Motion Graphics, & Visual Effects
, located in Los Angeles, CA
.

The employer is Gibson
.

• Assist with editing video content from raw footage through final delivery.
• Organize and manage video files, footage, project files, graphics, music, and other assets.
• Create rough cuts, social edits, cutdowns, teasers, trailers, and other video variations.
• Follow established editing styles, brand guidelines, creative briefs, and project specifications.
• Sync and edit video and audio footage.
• Add basic graphics, titles, transitions, captions, music, sound effects, and other finishing elements.
• Make revisions based on feedback from the Production Manager and creative team.
• Prepare and export videos in the appropriate formats, resolutions, and aspect ratios for different platforms.
• Maintain organized project files and follow established naming and file-management conventions.
• Assist with footage preparation, media ingest, transcoding, backups, and project archiving as needed.
• Collaborate with producers, directors, creatives, and other members of the production team.
• Help troubleshoot basic editing, media, and export issues.
• Assist with cataloging photo and video assets.
• Stay current with editing tools, workflows, formats, and best practices.

This is primarily a work-from-home position, with occasional check-ins and tasks at our Gibson Los Angeles office. Would prefer someone who is LA based.

• Qualifications2-5 of professional or equivalent editing experience
• Working knowledge of Adobe Premiere Pro or comparable non-linear editing software.
• Basic understanding of After Effects, Photoshop, or other Adobe Creative Cloud tools.
• Strong understanding of video editing fundamentals, pacing, storytelling, and continuity.
• Basic knowledge of video codecs, resolutions, frame rates, aspect ratios, and export settings.
• Strong attention to detail and file organization.
• Ability to take direction and incorporate feedback quickly.
• Strong time-management skills and ability to meet deadlines.
• Good communication and collaboration skills.
• A portfolio or reel demonstrating editing ability is preferred.