Forbes - Temporary Associate Video Editor & Motion Graphics Designer and Animator

Video Editor is needed in Jersey City, United States.

Client: Forbes

Location: Jersey City, NJ

Contract: Temporary

Job Description

Forbes is seeking a Temporary Associate Video Editor & Motion Graphics Designer and Animator to support the video team with post production. This is a temporary assignment and will report to the Creative Director of Video. This is a hybrid role that must be based in the NY/NJ area.

Responsibilities

• Edit all types of Forbes video content in Adobe Premiere Pro per specifications of supervising Producer, Creative Director of Video and/or client (internal or external).
• Design and animate series branding packages for both editorial and branded/sponsored content as assigned.
• Design and animate title sequences, lower thirds, info boxes, explainers, and interstitials for all relevant video.
• Create motion graphic templates and lead team training on implementation.
• Sound mixing on all owned edits.
• Color correction on all owned edits as per specifications.
• Deliver and/or upload final video assets as directed by the supervising Producer.
• Create design and motion direction boards and iterate on design from stakeholder feedback.
• Work with other internal teams to advance Forbes design while maintaining brand consistency.
• Maintain quality, style and aesthetic standards as directed by the Creative Director of Video.
• Innovate on new and visually exciting ways to present content.
• Experiment on new editing techniques to enhance the quality and style of Forbes video.
• Update and place motion graphics packages in Adobe After Effects as required.
• Maintain journalistic and brand standards in all content.
• Abide by all media management standards as directed by EP, Video.

Requirements

• 1+ years experience in video editing & designing/animating motion graphics for video in a digital publishing, production company, or agency/brand setting.
• Highly skilled and fast in After Effects & Premiere Pro, with some experience in Photoshop, Illustrator, Canva, and Figma. Experience with Jitter is a plus.
• Voiceover recording and scripting/story editing skills are a plus.
• Strategic thinker who can balance multiple projects at once and understand project prioritization and story dissemination.
• Strong editorial judgement with a keen understanding of news, politics, business & pop culture.
• Effective communication about design needs with various stakeholders.
• Ability to conceive and execute a clear creative vision.
• Willingness to take constructive critiques and reach consensus on team-based projects.

Compensation

The hourly rate for this role is $25.00 - $35.00. Forbes has estimated the compensation range in good faith considering the skills and experience of the successful candidate, but may revise it based on business needs and budget considerations.

Location and Employment Information

Some positions may require candidates to be based in a specific location, while others may be fully remote within the U.S. This position is only open to candidates residing in specific states due to business operations and compliance requirements.

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Forbes is an equal opportunity employer.

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