Job Description
Position Overview:
The Entry-Level Video Editor is responsible for editing and producing short-form video content for Layton Sports Cards’ social media platforms. This role focuses on creating high-volume, engaging clips from live streams, in-store content, breaks, and events for platforms including TikTok, Instagram Reels, Facebook, and YouTube Shorts. The ideal candidate is efficient, detail-oriented, and comfortable editing multiple videos per day, with or without detailed creative direction. A passion for sports cards, gaming, and digital content is a strong plus.
Key Responsibilities:
Short-Form Video Editing & Production
- Edit short-form videos for multiple social media channels, including TikTok, Instagram Reels, Facebook, and YouTube Shorts.
- Produce multiple pieces of content per day while maintaining quality and consistency.
- Cut and format clips from live breaks, in-store footage, product openings, and events.
- Add captions, on-screen text, basic motion graphics, and sound effects to enhance engagement.
- Format videos appropriately for vertical and platform-specific requirements.
Creative Execution & Adaptability
- Edit content with or without detailed creative direction, depending on project needs.
- Use judgment to highlight exciting moments, reactions, pulls, and key product features.
- Adapt editing style to match Layton Sports Cards’ brand, tone, and fast-paced content style.
- Incorporate feedback quickly and make revisions efficiently.
Workflow & Organization
- Maintain organized project files and media assets.
- Meet daily and weekly content deadlines consistently.
- Collaborate with marketing, live break, and retail teams to identify strong content opportunities.
- Assist in developing repeatable editing workflows to improve efficiency.
Qualifications & Requirements:
Required:
- Proficiency in Adobe Premiere Pro.
- Ability to edit multiple short-form videos per day in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong attention to detail and timing.
- Basic understanding of social media trends, pacing, and short-form content best practices.
- Reliable, organized, and able to work independently.
Preferred:
- Experience with Adobe After Effects (motion graphics, text animation, transitions).
- Familiarity with sports cards, TCGs, gaming, or live-stream content.
- Experience editing content for TikTok, Instagram Reels, or YouTube Shorts.
Physical & Work Requirements:
- Ability to work extended periods at a computer editing video content.
- Comfortable working in a retail, warehouse, or studio-adjacent environment as needed.
Work Environment & Schedule:
- Creative, fast-paced content production environment.
- Flexible scheduling based on content volume and live break schedules.
- Collaboration with on-air talent, employees, marketing, and operations teams.
Opportunities for Growth:
- Advancement into Senior Video Editor or Content Producer roles.
- Increased creative ownership as skills and familiarity with the brand grow.
Benefits & Perks:
- Competitive pay based on experience
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Paid time off
- Employee discounts on products
- Opportunities for growth and advancement within the company
- Creative, fast-paced team environment
- Hands-on experience in a high-volume digital content operation