Video Producer

Job Title: Video Producer

Work Location: New York

Start Date: ASAP

Named one of WorkLife's 50 Best Places to Work and one of Fast Company's Most Innovative Companies, Whalar Group is a global creator company on a mission to liberate the creative voice.

Creators are at the heart of everything we do! We are a curious, diverse team of 300 individuals around the world who are passionate about the Creator Economy. Our proximity, understanding, and trust of creators evolved into a first-of-its-kind creator ecosystem. Under Whalar Group, there are six companies: Whalar, a global creator agency; Whalar Talent, a full-service, 360° creator and talent management company; Foam, a suite of AI tools, templates, and services; Moby Ventures, a creator-centric venture studio; Umi Games, a groundbreaking gaming studio; and The Lighthouse, an IRL campus for creators and their teams.

About the role:

As part of our dynamic creative team, we are looking for an energetic, passionate, cutting-edge Video Editor who will work with a team to set the visual tone of voice for Whalar Group companies and key brand clients. You will work closely with the Content Director to bring our visual language to life. The ideal candidate will have a passion for cutting-edge creative and a drive to push boundaries in the creative space while balancing strategic business goals.

Here's what you'll do day to day:

• Edit and produce strong video content (multi-platform in various aspect ratios), including animation, sound, and graphics.
• Skilled operator working on several projects simultaneously, performing well under pressure, high demand, strict timelines, and/or live conditions.
• Operate a wide range of assignments within the discipline associated with the job, including but not limited to logging and capturing footage, cutting highlight packages, and short and long features.
• Create videos highlighting Whalar's varied and exciting campaigns, marketing initiatives, awards submissions, social content, and special projects.
• Create and assist in all editorial processes to organize video and sound files, assemble rough edits, address feedback, take video projects through finishing, and collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders.
  
  

Here's what we're looking for:

• 3-5 years of industry experience with a strong eye for producing content that cuts above the noise.
• A creative thinker, comfortable creating content with a high, almost obsessive attention to detail.
• An interest in and understanding of the influencer marketing industry and social media trends.
• A curious, proactive, and can-do attitude. You handle obstacles and problems with ease.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills with the ability to multitask, handle tight deadlines, and be adaptable and flexible to changes in priorities.
• The ability to interpret a creative brief and ask the right questions while remaining objective and open to others' opinions - a true team player.
• Fluency in Adobe Premiere, AfterEffects, Adobe Creative Suite, Frame.io
• Experience with design templates in Google Docs, Sheets, Slides
• Someone with knowledge of principles and best practices for all social marketing channels
• Videography skills are required - you may be asked to capture footage on-site from time to time.
• Photography skills are a plus but not required.
• Please share your portfolio link with content that demonstrates your previous experience and current skill set.
  
  

This hybrid role, based in Hudson Yards, NY, offers flexibility and collaboration, allowing you to choose any three days a week to work from our vibrant office. Enjoy a collaborative environment with top-tier amenities, including beverages, snacks, and weekly happy hours, fostering productivity and camaraderie. This position combines the best of both worlds, offering the freedom to balance in-office interactions with remote work flexibility.

The salary range for this role is $75,000 - $85,000 and serves as a general guideline reflecting the potential compensation for the role. The final salary offer will be determined based on a comprehensive evaluation of factors such as the candidate's experience, expertise, alignment with the position's requirements, and, ultimately budget approvals.

Our values:

At Whalar Group, diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) isn't just a statement, it's our collective strength. Our people are our superpower. A diverse team and inclusive leadership have shaped Whalar Group since our inception in 2016, fueling a constant evolution of growth. We champion a culture of respect and empathy, fostering a sense of belonging that transcends demographics. We hire individuals of all backgrounds and empower them to thrive, challenge stereotypes, and actively break societal barriers. Learn more.

Our benefits and perks:

Whalar Group provides flexible benefits and collaborative work environments and experiences so employees can work productively in a setting that best and uniquely suits their needs.

• Medical, dental, and vision
• 25 days of PTO + sick days + winter break
• 401k: up to 4% matching
• Monthly phone/internet reimbursement
• Yearly professional development stipend
• New joiner home office allowance
• Fertility benefits
• Up to 16 weeks of paid parental leave
• Calm App subscription (add up to 4 dependents)
• Volunteer days
• Identity theft protection and legal assistance
• Company-paid life and disability insurance
• Extra voluntary life insurance policy
• Voluntary hospital and critical illness insurance
• Voluntary pet insurance
• Employee resource groups
  
  

Whalar Group provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Equal opportunity extends to all aspects of the employment relationship, including hiring, promotions, training, working conditions, compensation, and benefits.