What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Video Editor position at Motion Recruitment?
We are currently seeking an Assistant Video Editor to support our client, a global leader in information and analytics for healthcare and scientific research.
This individual will work closely with their Studio Team to support the production of high-quality healthcare and patient education videos. The role will primarily focus on post-production, video asset management, and organizing footage to ensure a smooth editing process.
This is a hybrid position based in Bethesda, MD. Candidates must be local to the Washington, DC/Baltimore area and comfortable working onsite as needed, potentially up to five days per week.
Location: Bethesda, MD (Hybrid – Onsite as Needed)
Schedule: Up to 40 hours per week
Contract Duration: Through December 2027, with potential for extension
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare and organize video project files for Editors and Producers.
- Transfer and upload footage from studio and field productions to shared servers.
- Create proxy files, basic stringouts, and review links for the production team.
- Manage and maintain digital assets across shared servers, Media Asset Management systems, and Frame.io.
- Organize existing footage and ensure video assets are properly labeled, stored, and accessible.
- Support post-production workflows to ensure projects move efficiently through editing and review.
- Collaborate closely with Producers, Editors, and other team members to meet production deadlines.
Qualifications
- 1 years of experience in video editing, post-production, or digital asset management.
- Background in video production, communications, journalism, or a related field.
- Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, specifically Adobe Premiere Pro.
- Strong understanding of the video production lifecycle, particularly post-production.
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.
- Strong communication skills and ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
- Must reside in the greater Washington, DC/Baltimore area and be comfortable commuting to Bethesda as needed.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with Frame.io or similar video review platforms.
- Familiarity with NAS, shared servers, or other file-sharing systems.
- Experience with Jump Desktop Connect or remote editing workflows.
- Previous experience producing healthcare, medical, or patient education content.