New York Islanders · 1 month ago
Editor
Floral Park,NY,US
Full-time
Hybrid
Entry, Mid Level
$50K/yr - $60K/yr
1+ years expThe New York Islanders Hockey Club is a storied sports franchise known for its passionate fan base and rich history. The Video Editor will create, edit, and produce video content for various platforms, enhancing the in-arena and digital experience for fans while managing media archives and collaborating with production teams.
Sports
Responsibilities
Lead post-production (conceptualizing, editing, producing, and animating) cinematic storytelling content that aligns with NYI brand and values
Seamlessly blend high-quality visual and audio elements, leveraging advanced editing techniques and industry-leading software to create visually stunning and emotionally engaging narratives for in-arena and digital experience
Conceptualize and edit compelling game entertainment content, including open videos, pumpers, sizzles, tributes, and branded content
Develop and manipulate motion graphics templates, animations, and visual effects while maintaining the ability to create custom graphics when necessary
Serve as the point of contact for game-day deliverables and function as the game-night editor, ensuring execution of live edits and enhancing the overall game-day experience for fans in-arena and online
Make informed creative decisions to craft rough cuts and collaborate with the team to elevate projects to final delivery
Demonstrate proficiency in sound recording, edit direction, color correction, music scoring and sound design, and motion graphics design
Communicate project timelines, deliverables, and manage expectations from assignment through final delivery
Collaborate with stakeholders throughout the entire production process, ensuring alignment from concept to post-production
Co-manage the Islanders media asset management system, implementing best practices for file management and metadata tagging
Serve as a creative catalyst by researching and introducing industry trends, new technology, and innovative workflows that elevate team efficiency and content quality
Streamline project organization by defining priorities, maintaining clear production schedules, and ensuring all deliverables meet established deadlines
Thrive in a fast-paced environment with the ability to multi-task, collaborate across departments, and manage multiple concurrent projects effectively
Qualification
Required
Minimum 1–2 years of professional experience in video editing, broadcast, or digital media production
Proficiency in Adobe Premiere Pro and After Effects for editing, motion graphics, and template-based animation manipulation
Proven ability to craft narratives that follow a clear story arc while editing with the fan/viewer perspective in mind
Experience editing in fast-paced, deadline-driven environments, including live or same-day turnaround projects
Proficiency in social media platforms and video optimization techniques for vertical, horizontal, and platform-specific delivery
Knowledge of file formats, codecs, export workflows, and versioning across multiple platforms (in-arena, broadcast, social, web)
Experience working with media asset management systems (e.g., EditShare, Iconik, CatDV) and best practices for metadata tagging and archival organization
Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities, with a strong attention to detail
Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to work both independently and collaboratively
Availability to work nights, weekends, and holidays as required by the NHL schedule
Ability to work well under pressure and meet tight deadlines without sacrificing quality
Passion for sports and familiarity with the NHL, hockey culture, and the live event environment
High level of personal integrity, timeliness, and accountability
Benefits
Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) retirement plan with company match
Paid time off and holidays
Professional development opportunities
Company
New York Islanders
New York Islanders is a sports team that plays hockey in the National Hockey League.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Dave Decina
Senior Vice President Partnerships
Kris Elvgren
Vice President, Partnership Solutions
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