Video Editor

EMPIRE is a premier and dynamic music company that prides itself on the development and support of independent artists. We are a rapidly growing firm that has been making waves in the music industry, with an extensive portfolio that spans multiple genres and reaches audiences worldwide. We have become the largest independent record label in the U.S., with a significant global presence covering Africa, Asia, Europe, Australia, and North and South America. We keep ourselves busy with a large range of music-related services from original content and marketing to distribution and recordings.

Our commitment to artistic creativity, innovation, and progressive business solutions forms the foundation of our corporate culture. We believe in fostering talent, not just in our artists but also within our professional teams. As we continue to expand, we invite you to join us on this exciting journey.

The Role Remix: EMPIRE is looking for a Video Editor to join our downtown San Francisco office. This role will report into the Sr. Video Producer and will be responsible for editing any and all creative requests, while being flexible to take on various film production roles when necessary.

The ideal candidate will be a self motivated and highly skilled creative with their finger firmly planted on the pulse of current trends in social media, music, and culture.

• Shape captivating stories on musical artists; from raw footage to polished videos
• Edit short-form content such as artist interviews, performance recaps and original shows
• Optimize output for delivery on several media platforms (Instagram, YouTube, TikTok, etc.)
• Effectively mix dialogue, sound effects and music levels for all edited content
• Create video clips, memes and trailers for social media marketing
• Design original graphics and title cards
• Organize and Index footage backups

Key Notes for Success:

• 4+ years of experience editing videos in a professional work environment
• Strong content portfolio of various subject matters and mediums
• Ability to assemble footage into a finished product that matches the director’s vision
• Sense of pacing, timing, continuity and creative intent when creating visual sequences
• Knowledge of video file codecs, formats and containers
• Experience with media file management and media archiving
• An ear for cleaning up and balancing audio to appropriate levels
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to positively take direction and creative feedback
• Thrive in an extremely fast-paced, rigorous creative workplace
• Can work independently, as well as collaboratively with the creative team
• Well grounded organizational and time management skills
• Can execute tasks in a timely manner to meet tight deadlines
• Willing to travel and work flexible hours including nights and weekends (when required)
• Ability to edit original content with the company’s voice, culture, and brand in mind

Bonus Beats:

• Experience with Adobe Applications such as Premiere Pro, Photoshop, and/ or After Effects
• A degree in Video Production, Film Studies or related field
• Experience recording with Cinema or Mirrorless Digital Cameras
• Knowledgeable on Lighting techniques for Film
• Skills in production audio recording and sound mixing
• Experience on commercial productions and/ or music video sets
• Have self-produced a video shoot from setting up budgets to hiring crew
• Experience in Animation/Motion Graphics or 3D Compositing
• Keep up to date with industry news and trending music culture

Pay Range: $27.00- $39.00/hour + benefits + discretionary bonus + profit sharing program]]

The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.

If you are passionate about the music industry, and looking for a challenging role in a fast-paced, innovative environment, apply today. We look forward to hearing from you.

At EMPIRE, we value diversity and always treat all employees and job applicants based on merit, qualifications, competence, and talent. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

Perks Playlist:

• Competitive Compensation Package
• Competitive Benefits Package
• Company Paid Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Company Paid Health Savings Account (HSA) Contribution
• Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Paid Time Off (Holidays, Vacation, and Sick)
• Company 401(k) Plan
• Wellness Resources
• Commuter Allowance
• Cell Phone Allowance

About EMPIRE: Founded in 2010 by Bay Area native Ghazi, EMPIRE is currently leading through its innovative and progressive approach to the digital music era across its label, distribution and publishing arms.

With its focus on early stage artist development, the San Francisco based company has been instrumental in identifying future icons and launching the careers of both Multi-platinum and Grammy Award winning artists such as Kendrick Lamar, Fireboy DML, Yung Bleu, Migos, Asake, XXXtentacion, and Anderson .Paak to name a few. After this early success, EMPIRE was quickly regarded as a tastemaker in the industry and premier independent record label.

More than a decade in, EMPIRE continues to grow – expanding the Publishing division with a partnership with superproducer Hit-Boy and his Surf Club collective and acquiring Dirtybird Records in 2022 to amplify the Dance arm. EMPIRE has expanded the team throughout the globe on the African continent, Europe, Asia, North America, and South America. With the company and roster excelling at a breakneck pace, EMPIRE has effectively disrupted a stale business model by bringing its energy, expertise, and acumen to its artists and labels.

Through crafting bespoke deals that are always in favor of the artist, EMPIRE is able to form a true partnership with each artist and label on its roster. Coupled with their unique software for analytics, recoupment, and royalties, which is available to every partner, the company offers a level of transparency unprecedented in the music industry.