We're looking for a Video Editor to join the blogTO team

We have an immediate opening for a Video Editor to join the blogTO team. In this role, the successful applicant will help shape the vision for the future of video-based content on the site and our social platforms.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone seeking a leadership role - you will be tasked with building the site's video capabilities from the ground up. This is a full time, contract position.

The ideal candidate should be a strong visual storyteller with expert editing skills and the aptitude to create engaging and sharable content daily as it relates to the subject areas the site covers.

Requirements

• At least 2 years of professional experience creating video for digital media.
• Strong shooting capabilities and expert skills with motion graphics design and animation, Adobe Premiere, After Effects and Photoshop.
• A keen interest and expert knowledge of many of the subject areas we cover on the site, especially food, restaurants, nightlife, music, culture, events and local news.

Additional information

The ideal candidate will also be able to demonstrate the following:

• You are flexible to take on evening and weekend work as required.
• You are highly organized and have a keen attention to detail.
• You are willing to work independently and as part of a larger group.
• You have a solid understanding of what sort of video content works for web, mobile and social.

Include in your application

We'd like you to send us a link to your resume and video portfolio but we'd also like to get to know you a bit more.

• Tell us why you're applying for this position and why you're interested in joining the blogTO team.
• Highlight key experiences that have prepared you for this role.
• Demonstrate to us why you'd be an ideal Video Editor for the site.
• Send us some top line ideas of the type of video-based content you think the site should produce. Send us links, if applicable, to similar content from other digital media brands.
• Let us know how long you've lived in Toronto and what neighbourhoods you've lived in.
• Include your compensation expectations and earliest available start date.

We have an immediate need for a Video Editor. The start date is as soon as possible but we will wait for the right candidate. Thanks in advance for your interest. We aim to respond to everyone who sends us a complete application as detailed above.

by Staff via blogTO