Remote Video Editor jobs – Full‑Time Senior Multimedia Editor (Post‑Production) – Adobe Premiere Pro & After Effects Specialist – $70‑95k – Join our Poway, California Creative Squad

TITLE:Remote Video Editor jobs – Full‑TimeSenior Multimedia Editor (Post‑Production) – Adobe Premiere Pro & After Effects Specialist – $70‑95k – Join our Poway, California Creative Squad --- Who we are At LensCraft Studios we’ve spent the last six years turning raw footage into stories that actually get watched. Our indie‑film‑meets‑brand‑content studio is headquartered in Poway, California, but the talent that powers our edits lives everywhere. We’ve built a small, tight‑knit post‑production team of 15 people who push 2‑minute social videos, 30‑minute documentary cuts, and occasional 90‑second TV spots through the same disciplined pipeline.The work we do lands on feeds, OTT platforms, and festival screens, and the numbers speak for themselves: our 2023 Q4 release slate earned a 28 % increase in average watch‑time and netted $1.2 M in client revenue. Why this role exists now We just secured a multi‑year partnership with a national nonprofit focused on environmental storytelling. The contract will deliver 24 – 30 video pieces per quarter, each needing a fast turnaround while maintaining a cinematic feel. To keep up, we need a senior video editor who can not only cut and polish but also mentor junior editors, optimize our workflow, and keep the creative bar high across all formats.If you enjoy juggling tight deadlines with artistic freedom, you’ll feel right at home. What the day looks like (Remote, but rooted in Poway, California) - Morning sync (via Slack & Zoom) – 15‑minute stand‑up with the content lead, the motion‑graphics artist, and the project manager (all based in Poway, California). We review the day’s priorities, flag any asset bottlenecks in Frame.io, and set the edit‑review schedule. - Rough cut assembly – Import raw 4K footage into Adobe Premiere Pro, sync multi‑camera sequences, and create a working timeline that follows the narrative outline.We aim for a first‑pass rough cut within 24 hours of receiving the dailies. - Feedback loops – Upload the cut to Frame.io, where the director, copywriter, and client can comment directly on the timeline. We use Asana to track each comment and turn them into actionable tasks. - Fine‑tuning & color – Move the sequence into DaVinci Resolve for primary color grading, then back to Premiere for final trimming. For motion‑graphics overlays we spin up After Effects comps, pulling in library assets from our shared Google Drive.- Export & delivery – Render final assets in ProRes 422 HQ for broadcast, H.264 for web, and create a low‑resolution version for internal review. Upload to Vimeo Pro, generate Wistia embed codes, and send delivery notes through our client portal. The team you’ll join - Creative Director (Poway, California) – Sets the visual tone, reviews every final edit. - Content Producer (Remote) – Sources story ideas, coordinates shoots, writes scripts. - Motion‑Graphics Designer (Poway, California) – Builds kinetic titles, lower thirds, and animated explainers.- Junior Editors (2, Remote) – Handle ingestion, rough cuts, and versioning under your guidance. - Project Manager (Poway, California) – Keeps budgets, timelines, and SLA compliance on track. Our “remote‑first” policy means we meet in a virtual co‑working room three days a week, but we also host quarterly in‑person retreats in Poway, California where the whole crew gathers at our downtown loft for a day of editing marathons and pizza. What you’ll own 1. Full‑cycle post‑production – From ingest to final export, you’re the gatekeeper of quality.2. Mentorship – Conduct weekly “cut‑review” sessions for junior editors, share shortcuts, and build a shared library of effects and presets. 3. Process improvement – Audit the current workflow, propose automation scripts (e.g., Premiere Pro’s Project Manager presets) and update our SOPs in Confluence. 4. Creative input – Pitch pacing ideas, suggest visual storytelling techniques, and collaborate with the motion‑graphics designer on integrated animation. 5. Client‑facing communication – Serve as the main point of contact for video‑related questions, ensuring expectations are clear and revisions stay within the agreed‑upon scope.Tools of the trade (you’ll be fluent in at least 8 of these) - Adobe Premiere Pro – Primary editing platform, including Team Projects for collaborative editing. - Adobe After Effects – Motion graphics, compositing, and VFX work. - DaVinci Resolve – Primary color grading and delivery encoding. - Final Cut Pro X – Occasionally used for Mac‑centric client projects. - Avid Media Composer – Legacy assets still require occasional edits. - Frame.io – Review & approval workflow, comment threading, version control.- Asana – Task management, milestone tracking, and SLA monitoring. - Slack – Daily communication, quick file sharing, and channel‑based discussions. - Google Drive / Shared Drives – Asset storage, backup, and versioning. - Vimeo Pro & Wistia – Hosting, analytics, and link sharing for final delivery. - Hootsuite – Scheduling social cuts for timed releases. - Zoom –Remote screen‑share reviews, client calls, and team retrospectives. How we measure success - Turnaround time – 90 % of projects delivered within the agreed‑upon SLA (typically 5 business days from raw footage receipt).- Quality score – Client satisfaction surveys target an average rating of 4.7/5 for video quality and communication. - Efficiency gains – Reduce average post‑production hours per minute of final video by at least 10 % within the first six months through workflow automation. - Team development – Junior editors achieve at least one promotion or new certification (e.g., Adobe Certified Expert) under your mentorship each year. Who you are - 5‑8 years of professional editing experience – A robust portfolio that includes social media campaigns, documentary pieces, and brand storytelling.- Deep knowledge of post‑production pipelines – You understand asset management, proxy workflows, and delivery specifications inside out. - A storyteller’s eye – You can shape raw footage into narrative arcs, controlling rhythm, pacing, and emotional beats. - Collaborative mindset – You thrive in remote teams, can give and receive constructive feedback, and keep communication clear. - Tech‑savvy – Comfortable scripting simple automation (e.g., ExtendScript for Premiere) and troubleshooting encoding issues.- Self‑starter – You manage your own schedule across time zones, set daily priorities, and flag blockers early. Compensation & benefits (Remote – but we still love our Poway, California roots) - Base salary: $70,000 – $95,000, dependent on experience and portfolio strength. - Performance bonus: Up to 10 % annual, tied to SLA adherence and client satisfaction metrics. - Health & wellness: Full medical, dental, vision coverage, plus a $150 monthly stipend for mental‑health apps. - Learning budget: $2,000 per year for courses, certifications, or conferences (including Adobe MAX).- Equipment stipend: $1,500 one‑time for your home‑office setup (monitor, ergonomic chair, audio gear). - Paid time off: 20 days + 8 company holidays; flexible scheduling for personal projects. - Travel: Annual in‑person retreat in Poway, California (all expenses covered) plus occasional client site visits. A human moment > “I still remember the first time I watched a piece I edited go live on a nonprofit’s website and got a comment from a viewer in a tiny coastal town saying the story moved them to volunteer.Those moments keep me editing at 2 a.m. with coffee on the desk. – Alex,Senior Editor, LensCraft Studios” 1. Portfolio link – Provide at least three recent projects (public URL or password‑protected). Include a brief note on your specific role in each. 2. Resume – Highlight tools, years of experience, and any certifications (e.g., Adobe Certified Expert – Premiere Pro). 3. Cover letter (max 300 words) – Explain why the mix of remote work and a connection to Poway, California matters to you, and what you’d bring to our post‑production pipeline.Submit all materials through our careers portal (link in the “Apply” button). Our recruiting coordinator will acknowledge receipt within 24 hours, and if you’re shortlisted we’ll schedule a 45‑minute video interview with the Creative Director based in Poway, California followed by a practical editing test (we’ll share a short raw clip and ask you to deliver a 30‑second rough cut). Final word If you’re looking for a role where you can shape stories from start to finish, mentor a growing crew, and stay on the cutting edge of editing tech—all while working from wherever you feel most productive—then you belong at LensCraft Studios.We’re excited to see how your eye for detail and love of narrative will elevate our content pipeline and make a real impact for our clients. * We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.* Apply tot his job