AKA US · 1 day ago
Videographer, Editor / Motion Graphics
New York, NY
Full-time
Hybrid
Entry, Mid Level
$66K/yr - $75K/yr
2+ years expAKA NYC is a New York City based, award-winning, fully integrated advertising agency with unparalleled expertise across the arts & entertainment, leisure, travel, retail, and tourism sectors. They are seeking a Videographer, Editor / Motion Graphics to shoot and edit social-first video content, support creative teams in producing video content, and collaborate on campaign ideas.
Advertising
Responsibilities
Shoot and edit social-first video content across digital and social platforms
Support the Content and Creative teams in producing video and motion content
Capture on location (rehearsals, theaters, events) with a strong social-native POV, including: Behind-the-scenes footage, EPKs and interviews, Event coverage, etc
Edit quickly and efficiently with platform best practices in mind (aspect ratios, frame rates, technical requirements, audience context, trends, tone)
Create light motion graphics (titles, captions, lower thirds, simple animations) to enhance social videos
Ingest, organize, archive, resize, and manage footage for delivery across multiple formats and platforms
Collaborate with the social and creative teams to brainstorm campaign ideas, contribute concepts, and develop visual references or mood videos
Direct talent as needed to capture desired footage, in collaboration with the team
Stay current on emerging video techniques, social formats, and platform trends
Plan, prep, and schedule equipment usage; flag special production needs in advance
Build strong working relationships with cast, crew, and talent to support effective content capture
Organize selects and deliverables clearly for internal teams
Perform other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
2 - 4 years of experience in post-production and content creation, ideally within the advertising industry
High level understanding of the post-production process
Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects independently, taking initiative and navigating ambiguity in a fast-changing environment
Knowledge of collaborating and working alongside clients in advertising setting to meet creative briefs
Excellent sense of pace and timing, a knowledge for the best way to grab viewers, and a sense for powerful storytelling in as little time as possible
Ability to turn projects around on tight deadlines
Advanced proficiency in Premiere
Proficiency in other Adobe Creative Cloud Applications, such as After Effects and Media Encoder
Comfortable working with iPhone footage as well as professional camera setups
Ability to collaborate with team members and agency departments
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Actively seeks solutions to problems
Benefits
Comprehensive healthcare & dental – 100% employer-paid for employees
Generous PTO policy, plus ½-day Summer Fridays to make the most of sunny days
Hybrid work model – a balance of in-office collaboration (minimum three days per week) and flexibility
Continuous growth & learning – annual Training & Development fund to sharpen your skills
Financial wellness perks – student loan repayment or tuition assistance based on tenure
Paid parental leave – up to 12 weeks to support growing families
Sabbatical opportunities – recharge and return inspired with paid time off for long-term employees
A pet-friendly office – because great ideas come with great company
Company
AKA US
We’re a fully integrated creative and media agency born out of the world of culture and entertainment.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Elizabeth Furze
Chief Executive Officer
Elyce Henkin
Director of Partnerships & Brand Experience
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