Video Editor + Motion Graphics Designer

As a Video Editor + Motion Graphics Designer at Codeium, your main responsibilities will include leading the post-production of engaging video content for product launches, creating motion graphics that captivate and inform audiences, collaborating cross-functionally with various teams, and possibly capturing videography for specific projects. Your creative touch will be vital in telling our brand's story and driving the adoption of our AI-powered tools.

Candidates for the Video Editor + Motion Graphics Designer position at Codeium should have a degree in Motion Design, Animation, Video Production, Marketing, or a related field, alongside a minimum of three years of experience in video editing and motion graphics. Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite and a strong portfolio showcasing your visual storytelling skills are also essential for success in this role.

A Video Editor + Motion Graphics Designer at Codeium should be proficient in the Adobe Creative Suite, which includes Premier Pro, After Effects, Audition, Media Encoder, Photoshop, and Illustrator. Familiarity with Figma is also beneficial. Understanding SaaS and AI-driven products will further enhance your ability to contribute to our innovative video content.

Collaboration is a cornerstone of the Video Editor + Motion Graphics Designer role at Codeium. You will be working with cross-functional teams including marketing, product management, and design to ensure that video content aligns seamlessly with wider brand and product strategies. This teamwork will help maximize the impact of our projects and enhance the overall narrative we convey through our content.

In the role of Video Editor + Motion Graphics Designer at Codeium, you can expect to create captivating visual stories that not only showcase our innovative AI tools but also contribute to real-world applications and user engagement. Your work will help drive the adoption of AI technology, making a tangible difference in how users interact with our products across numerous platforms.

When discussing your video editing process, detail the steps you take from pre-production planning to post-production. Highlight your approach to storyboarding, selecting footage, editing, incorporating motion graphics, and ensuring the final product aligns with the intended message and strategic goals of the project.

To effectively manage tight deadlines, emphasize your organizational skills, prioritization of tasks, and ability to adapt. Share examples of past projects where you met challenging timelines and maintained video quality through time management and strategic planning.

When asked about software, be specific in naming tools like Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects, Audition, and a few others you’re proficient in. Emphasize your experience with both video editing and motion graphics creation, detailing how each tool supports your creative process.

In response, discuss a specific project where you led the video creation, detailing your role, the objectives, your creative approach, and the positive impact it had. Use quantifiable results, such as increased engagement or user feedback, to underscore your success.

Describe your collaborative approach to feedback, explaining how you seek constructive criticism, incorporate suggestions, and communicate effectively with stakeholders. Provide examples of how feedback improved your projects and strengthened your relationships with the team.

When discussing storytelling, share your understanding of narrative structure and visual communication. Discuss how you create a compelling arc through editing choices, ensuring that the audience is engaged from start to finish, and the message is clearly conveyed.

Demonstrate your commitment to ongoing education by discussing resources like online courses, workshops, and industry blogs. Mention any specific trends that you believe are shaping the future of video editing and how you adapt your skills accordingly.

Discuss how you would optimize resources by focusing on key elements of motion graphics that deliver impact while being budget conscious. Explain your creative solutions and ability to maximize the output without compromising the quality of the visual storytelling.

While many skills are important, emphasize the value of storytelling as a critical skill. Illustrate how strong storytelling capabilities enhance viewer engagement and retention, making the visuals meaningful beyond just aesthetics.

Explain your prioritization strategy, perhaps detailing how you assess project requirements and deadlines, allocate time efficiently, and remain organized using tools or methods that help you track progress for each project without losing focus.