Video Editor – USA REMOTE

Video Editor – USA REMOTE

Full Time

Fully Remote anywhere in the USA

Requisition ID: 1172

REACH KIDS – EQUIP LEADERS – CHANGE THE WORLD

If you love capturing wonderful moments on film both in the US and Internationally we invite you to apply for this position.

To learn more visit www.Awana.org and and Child Discipleship Resources.

This is a remote opportunity, reporting to the St. Charles, IL and Nashville, TN office as needed.

At Awana, we believe true change happens in the communities when children and youth are transformed by the gospel and engaged in Biblical discipleship in the presence of a caring adult. We believe that kids can come to know, love, and serve Jesus, following Him for a lifetime. This is why, for 70+ years, Awana has been working with leaders in local churches in the US and around the world, providing solutions that equip these women and men to make disciples in children and youth.

Today, God is using Awana to reach over 5.1 million kids in 134 countries around the world. With over 500,000 equipped leaders in 68,000 clubs/churches, Awana is able to play a vital role in global evangelism and discipleship of children and youth.

Summary

As a Video Editor at Awana, you’ll play a critical role in advancing our ministry by crafting captivating video content for various purposes, including curriculum, social media, sales, and marketing. This role primarily focuses on post-production work, collaborating with our Video Producer, Creative and Communications teams, and other stakeholders as necessary. While this position is primarily remote, you’ll have the flexibility to work from our St. Charles, IL, and Nashville, TN, offices when required.

The ideal candidate should be able to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment and possess strong problem-solving skills to creatively overcome any challenges that may arise during production. The candidate should also be able to adapt quickly to changing situations and possess excellent time management skills to deliver quality work within tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the Video Producer and our staff to conceptualize, produce, and deliver engaging video content.
• Independently edit video content, ensuring it aligns with the organization’s vision and goals.
• Organize files, sync sound with visuals, select music, and add closed captions and motion graphics.
• Mix sound and color grades and make adjustments based on feedback.
• Develop, maintain, and organize the organization’s media archive.
• Provide creative input and suggestions for enhancing video content.
• Uphold Awana’s cultural values in all internal and external communications and relationships.
• Provide assistance to the Video Producer during production, specifically emphasizing audio recording.
• Handle lights, cameras, set design, and troubleshoot any on-set issues that may arise.
• On-set production assistance as needed, including setting up and dismantling production equipment.
• Shoot and independently edit assigned video content.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2-5 years of related experience in video editing, with a certificate/associate’s/bachelor’s degree in film or media studies as a plus.
• Proficiency in video editing software such as Premiere Pro, Audition, Media Encoder, and Davinci Resolve.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• A deep passion for video editing and storytelling.
• Experience in editing live events, interviews, corporate promos, or social media content is preferred.
• Familiarity with proxy workflows is a plus.
• Willingness to travel approximately 25% of the time.
• Possession of a valid State driver’s license and a current passport.

Competencies

• A strong desire to see ministry growth and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team to achieve annual goals.
• Demonstrates adaptability when receiving feedback.
• Resourceful, creative, detail-oriented, thorough, and capable of navigating complex processes.
• Effective communicator who can explain technical issues to non-technical individuals.
• Critical thinker, able to troubleshoot projects and processes and propose solutions.
• Exhibits a high EQ (Emotional Quotient/Intelligence), including relationship-building, collaboration, active listening, and adaptability to organizational change.

Physical Demands/Working Conditions

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to communicate. The employee is also required to regularly utilize computer equipment (e.g., screens and keyboards) to perform work and move about the work environment. Specific vision abilities required by this job include the ability to shift frequently between close and distance vision. The employee must be able to lift, carry, and position equipment related to video shoots from overhead and squatting positions. Standing for extended periods of time is also required. Occasional local and out-of-town overnight travel may be required.

Our Benefits for Full-time Team members:

• WFH/Hybrid
• Flexible work schedule
• Medical/Dental/Vision (BCBS PPO)
• HSA (employer contribution available)
• 401(k) with employer match
• Short/Long-term Disability
• Life Insurance
• Generous PTO benefit
• Great people – great culture extraordinary mission!

Estimated Salary Range for this Position: $44,000 – $55,000 Dependent on Experience