Video Editor
Philadelphia, PA - USA
Job Summary
We are UMG the Universal Music Group. We are the worlds leading music everything we do we are committed to artistry innovation and entrepreneurship. We own and operate a broad array of businesses engaged in recorded music music publishing merchandising and audiovisual content in more than 60 countries. We identify and develop recording artists and songwriters and we produce distribute and promote the most critically acclaimed and commercially successful music to delight and entertain fans around the world.
Famehouse a division of UMG is the preeminent leader in D2C solutions in music defining & delivering the industrys best-in-class service to connect artists with their fans. Established & headquartered in Philly Fame House powers eCommerce for UMGs labels artists and Bravado along with a select roster of 3rd party clients. Our success & culture is fueled by collaboration both withinFH and with our partners. We are passionate about the impact of eCommerce for artists providing a full service solution to grow an artists owned business including strategy creative storefront merchandising fulfillment customer service technology and more.
How we LEAD:
Merchandise and e-commerce is part of the fabric of music culture. For artists its a way to develop and further articulate their brand. For fans its another pathway to connecting with an artist and the culture they represent.
The Video Editor is responsible for crafting compelling high-quality video content across e-commerce marketing social and live-stream formats. Sitting within the Post Production team and reporting to the Post Production Supervisor this role plays a key part in transforming captured footage into polished performance-driven assets that align with creative vision and business objectives.
Working closely with Content Creative Directors Producers Motion Designers and Post Production leadership the Video Editor ensures that every edit balances storytelling pace and brand integrity while meeting technical and delivery requirements.
This is a hands-on creative role for an editor who thrives in fast-paced environments understands platform-specific nuances and can execute at both speed and craft level.
How Youll CREATE
- Edit video content across product shoots campaign assets social media paid media and premium long-form formats.
- Collaborate with Creative Directors and Producers to translate creative concepts into dynamic visual narratives.
- Assemble rough cuts refine pacing and deliver polished final edits that align with brand and campaign objectives.
- Integrate graphics typography motion elements and sound design to enhance storytelling.
- Prepare content in multiple formats and aspect ratios optimized for digital platforms.
- Partner with the Motion Design team to ensure seamless integration of animated assets and visual effects.
- Manage project timelines and revisions in collaboration with the Post Production Supervisor.
- Maintain organized project files media management and version control.
- Ensure all deliverables meet technical specifications and platform requirements prior to final output.
- Contribute to evolving post-production workflows and efficiency improvements within the studio environment.
Bring your VIBE
- 48 years of professional editing experience within music entertainment agency or digital brand environments.
- Advanced proficiency in Adobe Premiere Pro (or equivalent NLE) with working knowledge of After Effects.
- Strong understanding of pacing rhythm and storytellingparticularly within music-driven content.
- Experience editing for social e-commerce marketing and digital-first platforms.
- Familiarity with color correction audio cleanup and basic sound design workflows.
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining quality and creative integrity.
- Strong collaborative instincts and openness to feedback.
- Deep appreciation for music culture and digital storytelling.
- Experience within music or artist-driven environments strongly preferred.
Perks Playlist:
Join an entrepreneurial global organization where authenticity boldness creativity connection drive and insight arent just valuestheyre how we work every day. Here are some of the ways we support you along the way (and just a few of the benefits we offer):
Comprehensive medical dental and vision coverage
Including 100% coverage for out-patient in-network mental health services
Fertility coverage for eligible medical plan participants
Wellbeing reimbursements for fitness classes spa treatments meal services travel and so much more (up to $720/year)
Student Loan Repayment Assistance and Tuition Reimbursement
401(k) with 100% immediate vesting on the first 5% of your contributions plus an additional UMG contribution
A variety of ways to prioritize much-needed time away from work including:
Flexible Paid Time Off (PTO) for exempt employees
3-weeks PTO for non-exempt employees
2-weeks paid Winter Break
10 Company Holidays (including Juneteenth and Wellbeing Day)
Summer Fridays (between Memorial Day and Labor Day)
Generous paid parental leave for every type of parent
Check out our full overview of benefits on the Perks Playlist page of the career site.
Disclaimer: This job description only provides an overview of job responsibilities that are subject to change.
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Job Category:
Creative Design & ProductionSalary Range:
$63010 - $90000The actual base salary offered depends on a variety of factors which may include as applicable the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position years of relevant experience specific and unique skills level of education attained certifications or other professional licenses held and the location in which the applicant lives and/or from which they will be performing the job. All candidates are encouraged to apply.
About Company
Universal Music Group is the world’s leading music company. We own and operate a broad array of businesses in more than 60 countries.