Buzzfeed Video is searching for an experienced Freelance Video Editor to report to producers on our video teams. The position is based in our NY office, and we offer a super collaborative work environment overflowing with perks ranging from snacks and drinks to catered lunches twice a week. A successful candidate will have experience and a passion for narrative content, digital formats and loves thinking outside the box.

Responsibilities:

• Handle the post production of deadline-conscious Editorial video projects

• Quickly assemble edits and implement notes from producers and team leads

• Format submitted content to fit the company’s editorial guidelines

• Ensure that video/image/sound quality, size and placement meet requirements

• Responsible for archiving, organizing footage and other various tasks related to production

• Maintain several ongoing projects at once

• Maintain regular communication with producers and the team to coordinate timely delivery of videos, project files, etc

Requirements:

• Applicants should only apply if they have 2+ yrs. experience with editing web/digital content.

• Advanced knowledge of Adobe Creative Cloud apps including Premiere Pro, Photoshop, Illustrator, Media Encoder and After Effects

• Looking for editors with a thorough knowledge producing content end-to-end including:

• Assembly and Editorial

• Motion graphics

• Audio mixing

• Color correcting

• Making final 4K/UHD, HD and SD deliverables

• Converting, transcoding and compressing files

• Knowledge of tapeless workflows

• Candidates must provide sample work via web viewing links

Life at BuzzFeed

At BuzzFeed, we believe our work benefits from the diverse perspectives of our employees. As such, BuzzFeed celebrates inclusion and is committed to equal opportunity employment. As a BuzzFeed employee, you can expect:

• A supportive, inclusive atmosphere on a team that values your contributions

• Opportunities for personal and professional growth via work experience, offerings from our in-house Learning Team, Employee Resource Groups, and more

• An attractive compensation package, including salary and equity

• A generous and well-rounded benefits program featuring PTO and unlimited sick time, comprehensive medical benefits, a family leave policy, access to mental health platforms, retirement plans, gym and wellness discounts, and much more

• No shortage of snacks, catered lunches, beverages, birthday treats... even leftovers from the Tasty kitchens in LA and NYC!

BuzzFeed is the leading independent digital media and tech company, delivering news and entertainment content to a global audience. We value experimentation, inclusion, humble confidence. At BuzzFeed, you’ll collaborate with inspiring colleagues to create tools, technology, and content that helps connect people all over the world.