Editor

M+C Saatchi Group
Washington, DC
Category Marketing
Job Description
Role Overview

The Editor will create engaging, platform-first video content that supports strategic communications, outreach, and engagement initiatives across a diverse portfolio of federal programs. Working closely with creative, communications, account, and strategy teams, the Editor will transform raw footage, motion graphics, audio, and visual assets into compelling stories that resonate with audiences across digital, social, web, and multimedia channels.

What You Will Do

The Editor will play a critical role in shaping how complex ideas are communicated through video, ensuring content is visually impactful, audience-focused, brand aligned, and optimized for engagement. The Editor will work across multiple formats and platforms, balancing creative excellence with speed, adaptability, and attention to detail in a fast-paced environment.

Why It Might Be a Fit

The Editor will be a critical member of a high-performing cross-functional team, collaborating with designers, content strategists, campaign managers, and creative leadership to develop multimedia storytelling approaches that support communications objectives. The Editor will have the opportunity to shape strategic public engagement initiatives at enterprise scale and work on impactful programs supporting federal and defense-related initiatives.

Requirements

  • Experience producing and editing professional video content within a creative, communications, marketing, or digital media environment
  • Strong portfolio demonstrating expertise in video editing, visual storytelling, motion graphics, and multimedia content creation
  • Proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud, including Premiere Pro, After Effects, Photoshop, and Illustrator
  • Strong understanding of pacing, narrative structure, visual storytelling, sound design, and audience engagement principles
  • Ability to translate complex information into clear, engaging, and visually compelling content
  • Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and competing deadlines
  • Excellent attention to detail and commitment to high-quality creative execution
  • Experience collaborating effectively with multidisciplinary teams across creative, communications, strategy, and account functions
  • Familiarity with motion graphics, animation principles, audio editing, and multimedia production workflows
  • Knowledge of accessibility standards, captioning requirements, and platform-specific content optimization practices

Benefits

  • Competitive salary
  • Benefits package designed to support health, family life, financial wellbeing, and growth
  • 12 weeks' full pay for Primary Carers and 6 weeks for Secondary Carers (after one year of service; return requirements apply for subsequent leave)
  • Up to 10 days' paid fertility leave per year (5 per cycle)
  • 2 days' paid leave for new grandparents
  • Annual interest-free parental loan
  • Choice of three medical plans (HSA at $0 cost; EPO 75% employer funded; PPO 65% employer funded)
  • 70% employer-funded dental and vision coverage
  • Generous paid time off, sick leave, and company holidays
  • Gym membership reimbursement and/or Wellhub subscription
  • 401(k) with 4% employer match
  • 24/7 mental health support through Self Space
  • Social events, happy hours, professional development trainings, etc.
  • Work from anywhere for up to 2 weeks per year (subject to approval)
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