Assistant Editor, Video

Salon.com

Assistant Editor, Video

Salon is currently seeking an Assistant Editor of Video. This job is a full-time, in-studio opportunity working out of Salon’s midtown Manhattan office.

The assistant editor will be responsible for editing Salon’s digital video shows—which range from celebrity interviews, to politics roundtables, to food demonstrations with chefs—using Adobe Premiere, as well as post-production tasks, including cutting relevant clips for social media and creating on-screen text and graphics. The assistant editor will also prepare the studio for filming and operate camera and audio equipment. The ideal candidate is a highly organized self-starter who thrives in a deadline-driven environment. This position reports to the Executive Producer and is a full time position with benefits. This position is covered under the Writers Guild of America, East, Collective Bargaining Agreement.  

Responsibilities

Run technical, audio and visual aspects of daily video shoots for SalonTV using Canon C100 cameras

Edit multi-camera interviews into polished full episodes and clips using Adobe Premiere

Work through different edit versions and notes with Executive Producer

Create on-screen text and graphics to support interview content

Check over all technical and visual aspects of video and audio assets prior to publication

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Video, Journalism or related field

1-2 years of professional experience in digital media or TV

Highly proficient in Adobe Creative Suite (Premiere and Photoshop). After Effects experience is a plus.

Ability to shoot high-quality video and a familiarity with lighting and Canon C100

Must have great written and verbal communication skills and the ability to receive critical feedback in a small team environment

Must have the ability to work both independently and under close direction of the executive producer

Must be able to troubleshoot an edit project and problem solve on the fly

To apply: Send a resume, cover letter and applicable materials, such as a reel or clips, to applications@salon.com with ASSISTANT VIDEO EDITOR in the subject line.

Listing available here: https://www.salon.com/about/hiring