BuzzFeed is seeking creative Freelance Video Editors for its Branded Video department. This position will work closely with a group of creative producers and directors editing Branded video content. A successful candidate will have experience and a passion for narrative content, digital formats and platforms and loves thinking outside the box.

Responsibilities:

Edit a wide range of Branded videos and formats both unscripted and scripted
Quickly assemble edits and implement notes from producers and clients
Proactively experiment with different versions of an edit, exploring multiple directions
Stay hyper organized in an ever changing environment

Requirements:

Advanced knowledge of Adobe Creative Cloud apps including Premiere Pro and Media Encoder
Knowledge of After Effects, Photoshop and Illustrator is also helpful
Motion graphics and titling experience a plus
Knowledge of digital media including codecs, image types, resolutions, frame rates and the latest digital workflows
Understanding of basic color correction within Premiere
Understanding of basic sound design and mixing within Premiere
3+ years experience working in a fast paced professional environment
Bachelor's degree in Film, Communication or related field
Experience with scripted and unscripted web content
Experience editing comedy
Must have great communication skills and be able to give and receive critical feedback in a small team environment
Must be meticulous, technical, organized, and creative at the same time
Ability to follow workflow guidelines and naming conventions
Ability to work in high pressure, fast paced production environment
Ability to adapt to changes in production plan / schedules
Ability to work independently with a team
Knowledgeable of social media and digital video platforms
Must be able to understand the big picture as well as perform some of the basic tasks
NO HATERS