Junior Editor / Videographer

Junior Editor/Videographer Weber Shandwick Detroit is seeking a full-time Jr. Editor/ Videographer to join our growing creative team. As part of the team, you’ll have the opportunity to bring big ideas to life, create high-profile video content for our clients, and touch all facets of the production process in a fun, collaborative environment. We are looking for a candidate with a strong understanding of the fundamentals of video production, editing and visual storytelling to create high-quality branded content. Our ideal candidate will be a self-starter, able to work independently and take the creative initiative to make the mundane magical. We’re looking for problem-solving candidates who can think on their feet, have a good handle on production workflow, understand the digital cultural space , and can passionately nerd out on editing techniques, music, and camera gear. Experience working with Premiere and Photoshop is a requisite, and After Effects knowledge preferred.

Job Description

Responsibilities

Support Creative Directors, Art Directors, Copywriters, and Video Producers to execute or translate creative concepts into compelling digital content ( short form / long form videos, GIFs, animations).
Film and edit high-quality video content with a focus on delivering for social media audiences.
Manage, operate and maintain video production equipment including cameras, lenses, lighting, audio equipment and necessary support gear.
Ensure all creative adheres to existing brand guidelines and social media best practices.
Assist Video Producers during the pre-production process: vendor coordination, shoot prep, brainstorms, etc.
Usher projects through the post-production workflow – creative editing, motion graphics, audio mixing and color correction – to ensure high-quality and timely deliverables.
Work closely with Producers and Production Manager on content management, file organization, and equipment coordination.

Qualifications

College degree or 1-2+ years working in an agency or related digital video production/post production environment.
Please provide portfolio or examples of work for review.
Top notch creative editorial skills – the ability to craft a good story or find a unique one in the editing room.
Demonstrated creative eye for composition, camera operation and visual storytelling.
Strong knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite software
Premiere experience a must. After Effects and motion graphics experience a definite plus.
Knowledge in operating standard digital video cameras and equipment, including lighting and audio.
Good understanding of social platforms and content formats.

Weber Shandwick is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Weber Shandwick recruits qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, age, ethnic or national origin, protected veteran status, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status or citizenship status. We make our careers website accessible to any and all users. If you need an accommodation to participate in the application process, please contact us at JobAppAccommodation@cmgrp.com . This email address is not for general employment inquiries or vendors rather it is strictly for applicants who require special assistance accessing our employment website. Due to volume, messages sent to this email address that are not related to an accommodation cannot be answered.

Weber Shandwick is proud to The Weber Shandwick Collective recognizes that your health and wellbeing are a priority. This is why we offer a full suite of benefits including:

Medical
Dental
Vision
401k (with employer match)
Tuition Reimbursement
Juice Money – $60 monthly reimbursement to be used towards purchases that nourish your health, mind, body, and soul
MyDays – Flexible holiday schedules
Short-Term Disability
Paid Employee Family Leave
Family Building Benefit

Weber Shandwick is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Weber Shandwick recruits qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, age, ethnic or national origin, protected veteran status, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status or citizenship status.