Rocket Launch Studio - Video Editor

Video Editor is needed in Georgia, United States.

Client: Rocket Launch Studio

Location: Georgia

Contract: Temporary, Part-time, Contract, Internship, Freelance

Job Description

We are looking for a skilled, detail-oriented Video Editor to join our post-production crew. In this role, you will be responsible for culling and editing images from our portrait, headshot, and event sessions. You will help us deliver polished, consistent results to our clients efficiently and on time. This is a strong opportunity for someone looking to build steady freelance or part-time work within a structured creative team.

Core Responsibilities

Primary Editing Work:

• Ingest, organize, and sync multi-camera or multi-source footage according to our project folder structure and naming conventions.
• Rough cut and assembly edit from provided selects or shot lists, building a clean narrative or sequence before notes are given.
• Perform color correction for exposure consistency and basic Rec.709 output across deliverables.
• Mix and balance audio to a consistent output standard for social and web delivery.
• Export final files according to platform specifications (reels, shorts, web, client delivery) with correct codec, resolution, and loudness settings.
• Handle subtitle and caption integration for social content.

Advanced Retouching (Experience Dependent):

• Perform color grading on S-Log3 or flat profile footage from Sony cameras targeting Rec.709 output.
• Build and maintain motion graphics templates (MOGRTs) or lower-third systems in After Effects for reuse across projects.
• Assist with more complex finishing, sound design, or branded content work as the scope grows.

Qualifications & Core Skills / Experience

• Software: Proficiency in Adobe Premiere Pro is required. After Effects and/or DaVinci Resolve experience is a strong plus.
• Technical Baseline: You understand exposure, color temperature, audio levels, and frame rates.
• Consistency: You can maintain a cohesive look and pacing across a full project.
• Communication: Dependable, clear communication; able to flag questions and report progress.
• Turnaround: Serious about deadlines with a realistic sense of your own pace.
• Organization: Comfortable working within a defined folder structure and delivery workflow.

Benefits

• Flexible schedule
• Remote-friendly workflow
• On-the-job training and workflow onboarding
• Opportunities for advancement
• Consistent, recurring volume as we grow
• Professional development assistance

Work Location

Remote / Hybrid (Asset delivery handled digitally; occasional in-studio coordination in the Atlanta metro area)

Additional Information

Before applying, send a brief message (~4-6 sentences) detailing your experience, what draws you to this role, and your creative/career goals. Portfolio or reel links are encouraged but not required. Applications without this message will not be reviewed.

Pay: $13.00 - $30.00 per hour

Application Question(s):

• If you have a place with work examples, we strongly encourage you to provide a link here! (This can be a personal website, a professional Instagram, a Google Drive link, etc.)

Experience:

• Adobe Lightroom: 1 year (Preferred)
• Adobe Photoshop: 1 year (Preferred)