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Sr. Video Editor

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In-Office
Hawthorne, CA, USA
120K-170K Annually
Senior level
In-Office
Hawthorne, CA, USA
120K-170K Annually
Senior level
Leads video editing for major space missions and Starlink initiatives, translating business needs into compelling visual narratives. Responsibilities include conceptualizing and editing content, color grading, maintaining visual consistency, collaborating with cinematographers, producers, designers, and project leads, and providing strategic creative leadership. The role requires high-quality storytelling, technical proficiency, portfolio examples, flexibility for extended hours and weekends during launches, and travel as needed.
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SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars.

SR. VIDEO EDITOR

As a Sr. Video Editor at SpaceX, you will take a lead role in enhancing the quality and impact of our video content. Your extensive experience in video editing, creative vision, and strategic insights will contribute to crafting compelling narratives for our space exploration and satellite connectivity initiatives. In this role you will collaborate with designers, artists, and project leads to conceptualize, and create engaging visual content with minimal direction in a fast-paced environment.

RESPONSIBILITIES: 

  • Translate business needs into strong visual creative at both the conceptual and execution level.
  • Provide strategic leadership in video editing and implementing a vision to elevate the overall quality of SpaceX's video content, particularly for major missions and projects.
  • Lead the editing process for major space missions, ensuring a seamless and captivating narrative that highlights key moments with technical excellence.
  • Apply color grading techniques to footage to enhance visual storytelling and ensure consistency and continuity of color throughout the entire project.
  • Work closely with project leads to bring a higher level of artistic and technical proficiency to the storytelling and video editing process.
  • Take charge of crafting video content showcasing the transformative impact of Starlink's satellite constellation on global internet connectivity while maintaining a professional and polished aesthetic.
  • Collaborate closely with cinematographers, producers, and other cross-functional teams, providing professional expertise to ensure cohesive storytelling to elevate the overall production value.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Bachelor's degree.
  • 7+ years of experience as a video editor.
  • Experience working for global clients and brands.

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

  • Bachelor’s degree in video editing or video production.
  • 10+ years experience of demonstrated expertise as a video editor, with a portfolio that showcases excellence in storytelling and technical proficiency.
  • Demonstrate awareness of industry trends and technological advancements in video editing, contributing to the implementation of best practices to enhance the quality of video content.
  • Exceptional proficiency in video editing software and post-production tools, with a proven ability to achieve the highest standards in visual quality and storytelling.
  • Strong organizational and communication skills, with the ability to lead and collaborate effectively with diverse teams.
  • Ability to present relevant interactive work examples of the above qualifications to qualify.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

  • Please provide examples of prior work with your application.
  • Must be willing to work extended hours and/or weekends to support launch operations and critical project timelines.
  • Willingness to travel as needed.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:
Pay Range:
Level 3: $120,000.00 - $170,000.00

Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience.

Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package at SpaceX. You may also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of company stock or long-term cash awards, as well as potential discretionary bonuses and the ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You will also receive access to comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, access to a 401(k) retirement plan, short and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, paid parental leave, and various other discounts and perks. You may also accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation and will be eligible for 10 or more paid holidays per year. Employees accrue paid sick leave pursuant to Company policy which satisfies or exceeds the accrual, carryover, and use requirements of the law.

ITAR REQUIREMENTS:

  • To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here.  

SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with SpaceX is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.

Applicants wishing to view a copy of SpaceX’s Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should reach out to [email protected]. 

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