JDC (The Joint) · 10 hours ago
Video Editor
United States
Full-time
Remote
Mid, Senior Level
$80K/yr - $90K/yr
5+ years expJDC is the leading Jewish humanitarian organization, and they are seeking a Video Editor to enhance their marketing and donor engagement through compelling video content. The role involves editing videos that resonate with donors and support fundraising initiatives while managing video assets and collaborating with various teams.
Non-profit Organization Management
Hiring Manager
Abbey Longyear
Responsibilities
Develop and implement a social-first video strategy — in partnership with the Senior Video & Digital Content Producer and Social Media & Community Manager — that supports donor engagement, stewardship, and fundraising priorities, with a focus on elevating JDC’s digital storytelling across platforms
Edit and produce compelling short-form and mid-form video content to engage current donors and prospects, create effective ads, support fundraising campaigns, and strengthen relationships with individual, foundation, and corporate supporters
Collaborate with Marketing & Communications, Resource Development, field, Board Relations, and other teams to create video assets for key virtual and in-person events, briefings, presentations, and targeted outreach initiatives
Present creative concepts and edited content internally, incorporating feedback from stakeholders to ensure alignment with JDC’s messaging, brand standards, and fundraising goals
Maintain organized video files, assets, and project documentation in accordance with JDC procedures and best practices
Stay informed about JDC’s global mission, programs, and impact in order to accurately and authentically represent the organization’s work through video storytelling
Work closely with the Senior Producer, Video & Digital Content and Creative Director to ensure alignment on priorities, messaging, and creative direction, while proactively identifying opportunities to “level up” JDC’s video content and digital presence
Perform other related duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Minimum of 5 years of relevant professional experience centered on video editing, digital content production, or visual storytelling — including work in marketing, communications, media, nonprofit, or mission-driven organizations; experience creating social-first and donor-focused content strongly preferred
Demonstrated mastery of production tools required, such as video editing systems like Final Cut Pro, DaVinci Resolve, and Adobe Creative Suite (Premiere Pro, After Effects, Photoshop), or comparable platforms
Experience editing content for a variety of digital formats and channels required, including social media, ads, websites, email campaigns, and virtual or live events
Strong understanding of storytelling for engagement and impact required, with the ability to tailor video content to different audiences, including donors, prospects, and stakeholders
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, prioritize deadlines, and work independently in a fast-paced environment required
Dedication to and passion for the mission and work of JDC and global Jewish humanitarian issues required
Experience collaborating cross-functionally with development, marketing, and communications teams required
Comfort receiving and incorporating feedback from multiple stakeholders while maintaining creative integrity required
Preferred
Experience working in a remote or hybrid environment preferred
Familiarity with American Jewish culture, and knowledge of Israel and global Jewry a plus
English required; additional languages (preference for Russian or Hebrew) is a plus
Experience designing digital graphics or visual assets to complement video content, including facility with tools such as Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, or Canva
Interest in and/or experience with AI video generation a plus
Experience with motion graphics, animation, or animated storytelling (e.g., animated text or explainer-style visuals) a plus
Familiarity with social media trends, platform-specific best practices, and analytics related to video performance and audience engagement is a plus
Prior experience producing content for fundraising, donor stewardship, or development campaigns preferred
Comfort working with raw footage captured in a variety of environments, including field-based or international settings, preferred
Ability to contribute creatively to concept development and storyboarding, not just execution, a plus
Benefits
100% paid medical and dental insurance for employee coverage
Paid time off, including 20 vacation days, 20 sick days, 3 personal days, 10 national holidays, and up to 14 Jewish holidays depending on the Jewish calendar for any given year
12 weeks of paid parental leave for full-time staff who have worked with JDC for at least 1 year
403(b) with JDC contributions of 6.5% of salary
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA), commuter benefits, and life insurance
Ongoing opportunities for professional development through workshops and trainings with our internal L&D program
Bagel Thursdays and beverages/snacks in the office for on-site and hybrid employees
Company
JDC (The Joint)
JDC is the leading, global Jewish humanitarian organization, working in 70 countries to lift lives and strengthen communities.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Ariel Zwang
Chief Executive Officer
Ophir Singal
Group CFO
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