Common Sense Media is the leading independent nonprofit organization dedicated to improving the lives of kids and families by providing the information, education, and independent voice they need to thrive in a world of media and technology. Our age-appropriate media ratings, video on demand offerings, and parenting tips are the gold standard. Our partners include leading media and technology companies such as Comcast, DIRECTV, Time Warner Cable, Yahoo, Best Buy, Symantec, Cox Communications, Verizon, Netflix, Fandango, AOL, and more. We're growing and getting national media attention on a daily basis. Simply put, if you don’t send us your CV, you'll kick yourself.
We are seeking a creative, experienced, web-savvy Video Editor/Motion Graphics Designer who specializes in creating innovative and compelling short-form informational, promotional, and social media-style video content for online audiences.
The Video Editor/Motion Graphics designer will edit videos for Common Sense Media's website. Videos include a variety of short-form products like how-to videos, advice, reviews, training and marketing-style content. This position reports to the Video Department Director. This full-time role is located in San Francisco; paid relocation is not available
WHAT YOU'LL DO:
Edit and design/create motion graphics for videos
Color correct and sound mix videos
Compress and upload videos for web delivery
Work on multiple projects with overlapping deadlines
Maintain broadcast quality on all video products
WHAT WE NEED TO SEE ON YOUR RESUME (REALLY)
At least 3 years experience editing on Final Cut Pro (Adobe Premier a plus)
At least 3 years experience using After Effects (Illustrator and Motion a plus)
At least 3 years experience using Photoshop and Soundtrack Pro
Experience with Episode Pro, Compressor, Mpeg Streamclip, DVD Studio Pro
Experience with compressing video for web and broadcast distribution
Experience with compositing, key framing, title design, and visual effects
Color correction and sound design experience
Experience editing videos for web – short form, social media-style videos required
Experience creating innovative pieces with minimal footage
WHAT WE NEED TO SEE ON YOUR REEL:
Samples of your strong visual/graphic design sensibility – a motion-graphics focused piece is a must
Samples of your narrative storytelling abilities – short form preferred
Samples of how to/tip/social media/marketing-style videos
THE "X" FACTOR – YOU ARE:
Highly creative, with a strong visual sensibility and sense of pacing
Able to weave easily between storytelling, informational, and message-driven content
A multi-tasker with the proven ability to meet deadlines and stay calm in a fast-paced production
Always willing to try or learn something new
Organized, resourceful, fast, efficient, and attentive to detail
Self-driven and good at problem solving
Collaborative and willing to pitch in as needed
Responsible and dependable, with an upbeat "can do" attitude
Comfortable taking direction, working independently, and in teams
Passionate about the CSM mission
Sense of humor a must
WHAT WE OFFER:
The chance to work with talented, passionate professionals
The opportunity to have your work seen by millions
A competitive salary, based on experience
Competitive health and welfare benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and a matching 401(k) plan…and we're not done…a free gym membership!
An organization that offers work/lifestyle balance
The opportunity to really make a difference in the lives of kids in this generation and the next!
Common Sense Media Inc. - 4 months ago
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