Editor, Documentary and Feature Video

Position: Editor, Documentary and Feature Video

Department: Content (Digital Video)

Status: Full-Time (Exempt)

Position Summary

This position will be part of the small team responsible for the production of the Carolina Panthers documentary shows (e.g. Panthers Blueprint), player features, Mic'd Up content as well as other documentaries. The ideal candidate possesses the skill set of an experienced narrative editor who thrives in a fast-paced and collaborative environment.

Responsibilities

• This role will focus on the post-production of feature stories and episodic content
• Edit content for a variety of platforms, with a focus on creative messaging and storytelling
• Support the planning and execution of long-form feature stories and episodic content as needed
• Assist team in the logging and organizing of press conferences and other video shoot footage
• Maintain a logging standard with manager to help with topic searchability and efficiency
• Assist with filming as needed
• Communicate project timelines and manage project expectations from assignment to delivery with manager
• Ability to prioritize projects and adjust priorities as needed
• Effectively communicate creative ideas within a collaborative environment
• Take direction, as well as work independently or in a team environment
• Continuously discover and implement new editing technologies and industry best practices to maximize efficiency
• Other duties as assigned
• Punctuality, accountability, and keen attention to detail in each duty
• The team structure will require diverse skillsets and willingness of team members to fulfill different project roles in order to operate efficiently as a small team

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in post-production environment using non-linear editing applications
• Experience editing long-form features and docu-series with applications such as Adobe Premiere
• Experience working with Adobe's creative software including After Effects, Photoshop and Media Encoder
• Proficient within color correction applications such as Premiere Lumetri Color or DaVinci Resolve
• Knowledgeable on industry standards for compression and codecs
• Strong video editing with a producer's eye for making narrative decisions and weaving a strong story
• Excellent project management, organization and communication skills
• Experience in multi-cam editing
• Problem-solver who can produce quality content and stay focused under constantly shifting conditions and priorities
• Must be able to handle confidential, privileged, and/or sensitive information with care and sensitivity
• Ability to prioritize and execute multiple projects under very tight timelines
• Proven video production experience required
• Must be flexible to work weekends, nights and/or holidays when necessary
• Applicants must be able to share a reel, portfolio, and/or collection of prior work relevant to this position demonstrating your prowess as an editor
• Must pass pre-employment screens

Essential Functions

• Punctuality, accountability, and keen attention to detail in each duty
• Discretion and trustworthiness related to sensitive football-related material
• Ability to work independently and in a group, and handle several tasks simultaneously
• Ability to react quickly and positively under tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment

Physical Requirement

• Ability to sit, walk and stand for extended periods of time throughout the day
• Ability to focus on projects for periods of time
• Role routinely uses standard office equipment
• Lift at least 30 pounds

Work Environment

This job operates in a professional office environment (mostly office environment, outside in a stadium facility at times which may include inclement weather conditions) and remotely as assigned by management and based on current business needs. This position also requires travel to training camp and away games.

Application Instruction

Proven video production experience required. Applicants must be able to share a reel, portfolio, and/or collection of prior work relevant to this position demonstrating your prowess as an editor. Please supply links to work demonstrating videography and editing with resume or application.

The Carolina Panthers are an equal opportunity at-will employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of age, race, religion, color, disability, sex, sexual orientation, or national origin.