Video Editor

About Wrigley Media Group

Wrigley Media Group is a highly regarded creative production company based in Lexington, Kentucky, specializing in a broad spectrum of content types such as unscripted TV series, documentaries, branded content, commercials, corporate communications, social media campaigns, digital-first projects, and live event productions. The company blends exceptional talent with advanced production facilities and a cooperative culture to deliver compelling content for networks, brands, agencies, organizations, and diverse audiences across many platforms.

Position Overview

We are looking for a seasoned Video Editor to become part of our expanding Post Production team. This role involves working on varied content including nationally broadcast TV shows, feature films, documentaries, commercials, branded projects, digital campaigns, social media materials, and corporate narratives. The ideal candidate excels in storytelling with technical skill, meticulous attention to detail, and the ability to succeed in a dynamic, team-oriented environment. Collaboration with producers, directors, writers, clients, and other editors is essential, utilizing both traditional editing approaches and cutting-edge AI-enhanced tools to produce top-tier content.

Primary Duties

• Craft and refine video projects from initial rough cuts to final products with high quality.
• Work in partnership with creative teams, clients, and leadership to effectively realize story concepts.
• Use principles of storytelling, pacing, rhythm, and effective visual design for engaging video edits.
• Manage media assets comprehensively, including organizing, ingesting, transcoding, logging, and archiving.
• Perform sequencing of footage, audio editing and mixing, color grading, and finishing tasks.
• Design and incorporate graphics, motion graphics, visual effects, and other creative elements.
• Deliver outputs suitable for various media formats including broadcast, streaming services, online platforms, and social media.
• Maintain systematic project and media management to support smooth collaboration among editors.
• Accurate recording of editing time, project components, and deliverables within management systems.
• Adhere strictly to client confidentiality and information security protocols.
• Integrate AI-driven creative and workflow tools to boost efficiency without compromising production quality.
• Keep up-to-date with editing trends, new technologies, AI tools, and industry best practices.
• Contribute to team knowledge sharing and continuous improvement in workflows and feedback.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 to 10 years of professional experience in video editing.
• Preferred bachelor's degree in Film, Video Production, Media Communications, or a related discipline.
• Robust portfolio and demo reel evidencing storytelling and editing competencies (submission of demo reel is mandatory).

Technical Proficiencies

• Proficiency with Avid Media Composer, Adobe Creative Cloud Suite including After Effects, Photoshop, Illustrator, Audition, and Media Encoder.
• Experience with DaVinci Resolve and management of media and post-production workflows.
• Understanding of broadcast, streaming, digital, and social media content delivery standards.
• Familiarity with handling multiple camera formats, codecs, frame rates, resolutions, and file management.

Additional Preferred Expertise

• Knowledge of AI-powered tools supporting workflows across text, audio, image, and video production.
• Skills in motion graphics, visual effects, 2D animation, 3D object manipulation, and basic scripting within After Effects.
• Experience editing content across diverse formats including television, documentary, commercial, branded, corporate, and digital media.

Ideal Candidate Attributes

• Strong editorial judgment and storytelling instincts.
• Excellent creative aptitude and visual sensibility.
• Advanced organizational capabilities and project management skills.
• Ability to juggle multiple projects and meet strict deadlines consistently.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills.
• Technical troubleshooting aptitude.
• Self-motivation balanced with a cooperative team approach.
• Passion for storytelling, video production, and staying abreast of industry advancements.
• Adaptability to evolving technologies including AI-assisted production.

Work Environment and Benefits

• Engagement with a varied mix of content types spanning television, documentaries, branded commercials, corporate productions, and digital initiatives.
• Collaboration within an experienced team of creative industry professionals.
• Exposure to a broad range of clients, sectors, content formats, and distribution platforms.
• Access to leading post-production tools and emerging AI technologies.
• Company culture valuing innovation, creativity, collaboration, and narrative excellence.

Work Schedule and Location

This is a full-time position with a schedule typically Monday through Friday from 8:30 AM to 5:30 PM Eastern Standard Time. The role is based in Lexington, KY, with preference for in-person work but open to remote arrangements for highly qualified applicants. Occasional work during evenings or weekends may be necessary to meet production demands.

Application Instructions

Applicants are required to submit a resume, cover letter, demo reel link, desired compensation, current location, post-production experience details, and a statement on their interest in joining Wrigley Media Group. Applications lacking a demo reel will not be considered.

Equal Opportunity Employment

Wrigley Media Group champions diversity and inclusion and encourages candidates from all backgrounds to apply.