Video Editor

Location | Washington DC, San Francisco, New York or Chicago (Hybrid)

As a Video Editor at BPI, you will edit digital brand and political ads, as well as social videos (Instagram, X, Facebook, TikTok). The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment and is capable of working independently while navigating multiple projects. 

In this role, you will:

• Edit video ads and video content for BPI’s clients, including Fortune 1 companies, issue advocacy organizations and political campaigns
• Cut social videos for deliverables across channels (Instagram, TikTok, LinkedIn, etc) for both long- and short-form content
• Finalize video ads and content for shipping, adding slates, closed captioning, SRT files, etc. as needed

The ideal candidate brings:

• 5 years of video editing experience at an editorial house, in-house advertising agency, or in-house commercial production company
• Great storytelling chops (understands pacing and rhythm, shot selection and how to tell a story visually) 
• Expert knowledge of Adobe Premiere Pro
• Solid knowledge of Adobe After Effects (ability to create basic motion graphic animations, text graphics, transitions etc.)
• Working knowledge of audio editing, color correction, video compression codecs and bitrates
• An understanding of digital and social media best practices across channels & an interest / enthusiasm in digital trends
• Knowledge of current camera, audio, and lighting equipment
• Experience filming independently on location (interview style and B-Roll)
• Understands latest trends in filming UGC style content
• Strong communication skills and attention to detail- you aren’t afraid to ask questions and you don’t make the same mistake twice
• Ability to work independently and manage priorities with little oversight
• Travel Required: 15-20% 

Applications without a video reel demonstrating editing capabilities will not be considered.

BPI is a digitally-based marketing and communications agency that makes change possible for companies and causes. From consumers, to voters, to the media, we communicate without barriers and measure what matters. BPI specializes in public affairs, corporate reputation and social impact. A growing agency with offices in Washington, DC, New York, Chicago and San Francisco, BPI works alongside our clients to bring integrated communications and advertising campaigns to companies and organizations – from strategy to message to media relations to marketing.