Social Media Vertical Video Editor - #254745

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Who We Are

The mission of the New Orleans Saints and New Orleans Pelicans is to be #1 in everything we do and to be a global brand to all of our fans. We take pride in the growth and success of the entire Gulf Coast region and are committed to leveraging our resources and goodwill to foster meaningful change for the greater good of society and our community. We celebrate individuality and value all identities and experiences, and value the perspectives of our team members. Our team members are integral to our success, and we stand beside them through success and hardship. We make it a priority to make all team members feel included and their opinions be heard. Together, we win!

Who You Are

You want to be part of a team that values community, integrity, excellence, and an organization where people come first and are celebrated. You love the industry of sports, and are excited by the potential of working for two major leagues, the NFL and the NBA. You understand and appreciate that New Orleans is a unique city with so much to offer, and you want to be a part of the vibrant community that wants to see its teams be the best. You are passionate, driven, ready to work hard and have fun.

Position Summary

The New Orleans Saints and Pelicans are seeking a social-savvy Vertical Video Editor to create engaging and creative short-form vertical videos (TikTok, Reels, YouTube Shorts, etc.) for the teams’ social channels. The individual who fills this role has an expert understanding of Adobe Premiere Pro and other relevant video editing apps. The candidate must be able to work in a collaborative space while also thriving independently to complete projects on deadline.

What You Will Be Doing

• Create daily TikTok, reels, and hype videos for both teams’ platforms
• Create compelling content as assigned but can also work on spur-of-the-moment projects
• Stay up to date on daily, weekly, and monthly social media needs of partnership, community relations, and youth programs departments
• Demonstrate creativity in presenting the teams’ brands across social media while being ever mindful of internal sensitivities
• Assist in covering games, events, and other relevant appearances (in person or remotely) for social channels
• Monitor the daily social conversation of our fans, other brands, teams, and influencers to gauge social media sentiment
• Closely monitor players’ social media accounts; when possible, work with the players to create unique, engaging content
• Provide general sound design and color correction
• Organize and manage media to integrate into the teams’ production database
• Participate in the upkeep and ideation of new editing equipment or software that would help elevate the teams’ brands
  
  

What You’ll Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in communications, journalism, digital media, broadcasting, or related majors
• 2-3 years of experience in digital or social media video or a related field
• Must possess a strong understanding of existing and emerging social platforms and the ability to use and gain insights from analytics tools
• Demonstrated advanced knowledge of social networking platforms
• Must possess excellent project management skills and can communicate effectively to stakeholders
• Can identify trending social media content and produce relevant Saints and Pelicans edits that encapsulate those trends
• Outstanding writing, and proof-reading skills; superior attention to detail
• Must possess the ability to receive and execute editorial feedback professionally
• Capable of making reasoned judgments in a timely fashion within a very subjective medium
• Strong quantitative analysis skills to interpret data
• Passion and understanding of football, basketball, digital and social media
• Availability to work nights, weekends, and holidays as dictated by games and the NBA and NFL schedules
• Ability to deliver quality work in a fast-paced, high-volume, deadline-driven environment
• The ideal candidate is upbeat, enthusiastic, committed, proactive, and loves to learn
• Experience shooting with modern DSLR cameras is a plus
• Ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays as required by the NFL/NBA schedules
  
  

What We Offer

• Medical Insurance Options
• 401K Program with Company Contribution
• Paid Holidays
• Wellness Program and Gym Membership
  
  

Applications must be submitted online. Please do not mail or email resumes to the Saints/Pelicans. All qualified candidates will be contacted by phone and/or by email. Please do not contact the Saints/Pelicans Human Resources or Hiring Manager to check the status of your application. When applying, please be sure your updated contact information is provided.

The New Orleans Saints and New Orleans Pelicans ("Teams") are committed to providing equal employment opportunities for candidates and employees regardless of their membership in any protected classifications. The Teams will not discriminate in violation of the law on the basis of race, color, age, national origin, sex (including sexual orientation, gender identity, transgender status, and pregnancy), religion, physical or mental disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, familial status, status as a victim of domestic violence, and/or any other legally protected class under applicable federal, state, or local laws. This anti-discrimination policy applies with respect to all employment decisions, including but not limited to hiring, promotion, discipline, and discharge. The Teams are committed to equal opportunity for persons with disabilities in compliance with the Americans Disabilities Act and state law. If you feel you need an accommodation for a disability, please inform us. Requests for accommodation will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis. If you request an accommodation, it is essential that you participate fully in the interactive process.