Video Editor

Position Type: Full-time Salary (5 days on-site)
Location: Shinola HQ (midtown Detroit, MI) 
Reports to: Studio Content Manager

About us 

At Shinola, we make beautiful, enduring, handcrafted goods that are built to be lived in, worn out, and well-loved. Our thoughtful craftsmanship, timeless design, and spirited stories inspire our customers to live well, with confidence & joy—in a style that is uniquely their own! Because we are a growing and evolving company, each employee is a key stakeholder, making decisions every day that directly impact our overall vision and direction. At Shinola, you’ll have the opportunity to make a significant contribution at the start of what we believe will become an iconic American brand.    

Key Responsibilities

Video Editing 

• Editing video content for in-house marketing and creative teams with an emphasis on high-quality deliverables 
• Removes poor-quality or extraneous footage 
• Uploads, transfers, and assembles raw footage 
• Digitally splices footage and synchronizes into one final cut file 

Video Enhancement 

• Makes corrections/improvements to lighting, coloring, and stabilization of footage 
• Adds/creates effects such as graphics or transitions to enhance footage, close captioning 
• Comprehensive understanding of audio editing which would include editing music selection and voiceovers 
• Crafts cohesive visual stories and messaging across multiple mediums (digital, social, etc) 
• Utilizes emerging technology and trends in visual content creation to enhance brand storytelling and guest connection 

General Maintenance/Administration 

• Partners with the videographer to make recommendations for equipment purchases, upgrades, or replacements. 
• Maintains, repairs, services, and installs basic video production equipment. 
• Can support with the operation of equipment including cameras, editing console, time base correctors, audio board, and video switcher. 
• Provides frequent updates on the completion of tasks to ensure deliverables are met 
• Files footage in the appropriate locations and creates backups when necessary 
• Supports with the arrangement of sets and lighting to capture professional video. 

Qualifications 

• Post-secondary degree in film or related fielder OR relevant experience to prove ability to perform described duties required. 
• Experience working with an in-house creative team 
• Proficiency in adobe creative suite, motion graphics, and editing software programs 
• Ability to use basic video production equipment. 
• Camera skills are a plus 
• Thorough understanding of artistic styles, techniques, methodologies, and effects used within video production. 
• Portfolio – display of previous work 
• Knowledge of studio photography and light setup 

Hard Skills 

• Adobe Creative Suite 
• Motion Graphics 
• Graphic Design 
• Animation 
• Experience in color grading 
• Audio recording and editing 
• Experience editing RAW footage from RED/Blackmagic/ARRI/etc is preferred 
• Microsoft Office Suite 
• Asana 
• Davinci resolve

Soft Skills 

• Verbal & written communication skills 
• Organization & prioritization 
• Time management 
• Adaptability 
• Problem-solving 
• Attention to Detail 

A sampling of Total Rewards Program: 

• Compensation Type: Salary
• Compensation:
  • Compensation can be negotiated based on previous experience & qualifications
  • STIP (short-term incentive plan) eligibility
• Paid Time-off:
  • 10 Corporate Holidays 
  • 15 Vacation days (accrued)
  • 2 Volunteer days
• Benefits:
  • Medical, dental & vision - click here to view our full package! 
  • 401k with company match 
  • Employee assistance program 
  • Pet Insurance
  • Merchandise discounts
  • Complimentary employee watch

• HR Phone Screening - 30 minutes via Microsoft Teams (camera off)
• Technical Interview with Hiring Manger  - 1 hour via Microsoft Teams (camera on)
• Take home assignment - 30minutes -2 hours of work
  • note: select positions may not require a case study assignment
• Final Interview with Panel - 1 hour via Microsoft Teams (camera on)

*The general hiring process can be found above, however, Shinola reserves the right to change the process as needed. 

At Shinola, we're committed to growing and empowering an inclusive community within our company and industry. This is why we hire and cultivate diverse teams of the best and brightest from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives across our organization. Research shows that oftentimes women and other minority groups only apply to open roles if they meet 100% of the listed criteria. Shinola encourages everyone to apply for our available positions, even if they don't necessarily check every box on the job description.   
This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change or new ones may be assigned.
This job description does not constitute a contract of employment and Shinola may exercise its employment-at-will rights at any time.

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