Video Production Editor

About 1A Auto

1A Auto is a high-growth e-commerce company and we pride ourselves on employing the best talent. Each team member brings a unique skill set to the table and collectively have a track record of accomplishing the most challenging of goals. We are an online aftermarket auto parts retailer headquartered northwest of Boston. We are a leader in our market and are positioned for further growth. We offer a great “can-do” culture, a casual work environment, and the opportunity to apply your skills in a rewarding situation.

We are passionate about empowering people to do their own auto repairs. Our company’s mission is to make your car projects go smoothly and to become your trusted source for auto parts. We treat our customers like family. And our niche is to provide great value, exceptional customer service, and education to make customers confident in their decision to do their own repairs.

Overview of the Video Production Editor

1A Auto is seeking a talented, creative, and efficient Video Production Editor to join our in-house video production studio in Pepperell, MA. 1A Auto’s YouTube channel has over 2.3 million subscribers and is one of the leading automotive channels on the platform. This role will be responsible for creating and editing video content for YouTube in a collaborative production environment. The work will range from filming “how-to videos” to editing fully developed pieces.

***There are no remote work opportunities with this position. MUST BE LOCAL/COMMUTABLE TO PEPPERELL, MA.***

Responsibilities of the Video Production Editor

• Shoot and edit “do it yourself” auto repair videos for YouTube at a timely pace while maintaining sharp attention to detail
• Work closely with our talented automotive technicians and enhance their on-air presentation
• Use equipment across all areas of video production such as professional camcorders, DSLR cameras, GoPro cameras, lavalier microphones, headphones, lights, tripods, monopods, and gimbals
• Perform postproduction editing using Adobe Premiere Pro and Photoshop to deliver a product that benefits our audience
• Work with most video codecs and formats
• Manage tight deadlines, juggle competing priorities and maintain a high level of efficiency
• Work with all levels throughout the organization including up to executive level
• Maintain an understanding of current and new technology in the video production field
• Use and understand Microsoft Office programs

Requirements of the Video Production Editor

• Bachelor’s degree in video/media, digital media, marketing, or related field is a plus
• A minimum of 3-5 years of video production experience including producing, directing, shooting, lighting, editing, and sound recording
• Knowledge of proper video lighting and audio recording
• Must have great communication skills and be able to give and receive critical feedback
• Excellent analytical and organizational skills
• Must be detailed-oriented, technical, organized, efficient, and creative
• Experience with YouTube and other social media is a plus
• Knowledge of auto parts and auto repair is a plus
• Familiarity with online collaboration software like Asana and Microsoft Teams is a plus

Please note: This job description is not all-inclusive, but rather is intended to capture most of the job functions.