Video Editor

Headquartered in Colorado Springs, Colorado, Focus on the Family has nearly 600 employees who work to achieve the mission of enriching the lives of families, engaging the culture, advocating for life and spreading the Gospel of Jesus Christ. The work is meaningful, the culture is rewarding, and the purpose is eternal.

The Video Editor position exists to edit various video projects for the Visual Media Department.

 

 

Essential Duties/Responsibilities:

 

 

Ensures that all projects on the edit system are managed properly and backed up accurately according to the standards set forth by the Lead Coordinating Producer.

 

Ensures that all projects are uploaded for review and archival purposes and labeled correctly according to standards set forth by the Focus Asset Management system

 

Ensures that completed products meet Focus standards before distribution

 

Organizes and edits projects to completion of edited master (i.e., editing, graphics creation, video sweetening)

 

Provides technical director duties as assigned by Lead Coordinating Producer for live and taped events and broadcasts

 

Assists the Lead Coordinating Producer with uplinks, drop cam duties and other tasks as assigned

 

Provides customer service follow-up with media contacts as directed by Lead Coordinating Producer

 

 

Other Duties/Responsibilities:

 

 

May act as producer or director on projects as needed

 

Performs other duties as assigned

 

 

Managerial Breadth/Scope of Job:

 

 

Maintains the overarching quality standard for the department by working in tandem with the Lead Coordinating Producer, content owners, and outside vendors

 

 

Working Environment/Physical Requirements:

 

 

 

TV Studio environment

 

Location Set environment

 

Office environment

 

Travel as necessary to attend classes/seminars to improve creative skills and to assist with shooting as needed

 

Must have ability to work occasional long hours or weekends on short notice

 

Stress and pressure associated with deadlines

 

 

JOB QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS

 

 

Character/Spiritual

 

 

Exemplifies Ephesians 5:1-2, “Therefore be imitators of God as dear children and walk in love, as Christ also has loved us and given Himself for us...”

Pursues the Great Commission given by Jesus Christ in Matthew 28:19-20, “Go therefore and make disciples of all the nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, teaching them to observe all things that I have commanded you; and lo, I am with you always, even to the end of the age.”

Is a consistent witness for Jesus Christ; maintains a courteous, Christ-like attitude in dealing with people within and outside of Focus; adheres to the Standard of Moral Conduct and Statement of Faith; upholds Focus on the Family's ministry in prayer

Prays personally for Focus on the Family’s staff and constituents and may occasionally lead in a public prayer

Engages in Christian ministry

Demonstrates behaviors aligned with FOF core values

 

 

Personal Characteristics:

 

 

Highly creative

 

Takes creative direction well

 

Good storyteller

 

 

Knowledge/Experience:

 

 

Bachelor’s degree in Media Production or related field or equivalent work experience

 

3-5 years’ experience of hands-on editing

 

Working knowledge of FOF mission, philosophy, values, and objectives

 

 

Skills, Abilities, and Special Talents/Gifts:

 

 

Ability to operate sophisticated video recording/editing equipment, including Adobe Premiere, Adobe After Effects, Adobe Photoshop

 

Ability to communicate effectively

 

Basic organizational skills

 

Creative, idea generator

 

Effective listener

 

Competent in basic computer skills in both Macintosh and PCs

Pay Range: $21.69 to $25.77/hr. 

 

Focus on the Family puts a high value on our team members and offers a unique benefit package.

 

Employees scheduled for 30 hours or more per week are eligible for:

 

• Medical Plan
• Dental Plan
• Life Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts

 

Employees scheduled for 20 hours or more per week are eligible for:  

 

• Legal Shield/ID Shield
• AFLAC
• Retirement Plan
• Vacation Time
• Sick Time
• Holidays
• Service Awards

 

Note: This is a summary and should not be construed as future promises to continue to provide benefits as outlined above. For complete and definitive language, refer to the governing plan documents.

 

*Temporary employees are not eligible for benefits.

Helping Families Thrive! Focus on the Family is a 501c3 Christian Non-Profit Ministry.

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