Video Editing Manager

Video Editing Manager

*This is a remote position that requires you to work closely and collaboratively with a team. *

About Townsquare Ignite:

Founded in 2010, Townsquare Ignite products and solutions are a combination of our owned and operated digital properties, our proprietary digital programmatic advertising platform, and an in-house demand and data management platform collecting valuable proprietary first-party data, and is the fastest growing revenue and profit driver of Townsquare Media.

Our Competitive Advantage:

• First-Party Data Collection: As a large-scale digital content publisher, we collect valuable first-party data from our audience, minimizing reliance on third-party data sources.
• Proprietary Advertising Technology: Our proprietary, all-in-one 360* advertising platform centralizes reporting, operations, and creative in a single streamlined system.
• Impactful Integration: Our in-house, DSP-agnostic trade desk integrates with more than 10 leading DSPs, giving us access to all major advertising exchanges and mobile app inventory.
• Massive Reach: We have access to over 250 billion impressions per day.
• Targeted Solutions and Customer Service: We provide hyper-targeted advertising solutions and offer white glove customer service.
• Multi-Platform Delivery: Our campaigns are delivered across desktop, mobile, apps, connected TV, email, paid search, and social media platforms, utilizing display, video, and native executions.
• Creative Support: We have a full-service design and creative team to help clients craft the right message and develop powerful creative for their campaigns.

Lead Creative Excellence Across Video Production:

Are you an experienced video professional who thrives at the intersection of creativity, leadership, and operational excellence? Townsquare Ignite is seeking a Video Editor Manager to lead our growing video production team, overseeing the development of high-performing video advertising campaigns across streaming TV, social media, CTV, and digital platforms.

This is a hands-on leadership role responsible for managing video editors, optimizing production workflows, maintaining creative quality standards, and partnering with Creative Directors and Creative Services leadership to scale output while delivering exceptional results for clients.

The ideal candidate is both a strategic people leader and an expert video editor who can coach talent, drive efficiency, and ensure every project aligns with creative objectives, platform best practices, and performance goals.

Responsibilities:

As Video Editor Manager, you'll oversee daily video production operations while actively contributing to creative execution and team development. You will serve as both a leader and subject matter expert, ensuring the team delivers compelling, conversion-focused creative at scale.

Leadership & Team Development

• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of Video Editors, fostering a culture of creativity, accountability, and continuous improvement
• Conduct regular coaching, training, and performance management conversations to support employee growth
• Establish and reinforce best practices for video editing, motion graphics, workflow management, and digital advertising creative
• Provide clear creative direction and constructive feedback to elevate team performance and output quality
• Partner with department leadership on hiring, onboarding, and employee development initiatives
• Partner with Creative Directors to determine editing solutions for specific projects, providing insight on the best options for the client and project.
• Serve as the primary escalation point for production, workflow, and quality-related challenges
• Research, onboard, and recommend freelance partners for various projects when warranted.

Production & Workflow Management

• Oversee daily video production queues and ensure projects are delivered accurately and on time
• Manage team workload, resource allocation, and production capacity across multiple simultaneous campaigns
• Develop and improve workflows that increase efficiency, consistency, and scalability
• Monitor project timelines and proactively address bottlenecks or delivery risks
• Ensure revisions and client feedback are implemented accurately and efficiently
• Coordinate cross-functionally with Creative Directors, Digital Campaign Managers, and Designers to align production priorities

Creative Quality & Strategy

• Maintain high creative standards across all video deliverables
• Review and approve video assets for accuracy, brand alignment, technical compliance, and platform best practices
• Translate creative briefs and campaign objectives into actionable guidance for the production team
• Stay informed on emerging trends in video advertising, social media, motion design, AI-assisted production tools, and creative performance optimization
• Analyze creative performance data and identify opportunities to improve campaign effectiveness and operational processes

Hands-On Creative Contribution

• Edit high-impact video campaigns as needed to support deadlines and production demands
• Create compelling video advertisements using stock footage, stock imagery, motion graphics, and client-provided assets
• Collaborate directly with Creative Directors on complex, high-profile, or strategic projects
• Assist in developing templates, motion systems, and production standards that improve consistency across output

Qualifications:

• 10+ years of professional video editing experience in an agency, media, or in-house creative environment
• 2+ years of team leadership, supervisory, or project management experience preferred
• Proficiency in Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects, and Photoshop
• Deep understanding of video editing, motion graphics, storytelling, and digital advertising best practices
• Experience producing content for social media, streaming TV, connected TV (CTV), programmatic video, and other digital platforms
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects, priorities, and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Strong leadership, coaching, and interpersonal communication skills
• Excellent organizational and workflow management abilities
• Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Experience using data and performance insights to guide creative decision-making
• Ability to solve problems proactively and lead teams through changing priorities
• Portfolio or demo reel required
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience required.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary + bonus plan 
• 3 Weeks PTO  
• 9 Paid Holidays (2 personal/floating Holidays) 
• Health, Dental, Vision 
• 401(k) + Company Match  

• Casual, high-energy work environment
• Collaborative culture focused on growth and innovation
• Unlimited Growth Potential - Ignite is the fastest growing division of Townsquare Media with upward mobility opportunities 

Why you’ll love working at Townsquare Ignite:

We are a team of driven individuals who push ourselves and those around us to develop personally and professionally. You can expect a dynamic and competitive work environment. To foster your success, you’ll take part in a comprehensive training program, surrounded by a positive and supportive culture that encourages everyone to develop themselves and others. We’ve had countless internal promotions, and our goal is to continue the rapid growth of our company. Whatever your professional goals, you’ll have the opportunity to make steps toward your target and take your career to new heights!

TOWNSQUARE MEDIA BROADCASTING, LLC IS AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. APPLICANTS MUST BE ELIGIBLE TO WORK IN THE U.S.

Townsquare Media provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Townsquare Media complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. Townsquare Media expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status.  Townsquare also maintains a drug and alcohol-free workplace. Improper interference with the ability of Townsquare Media’s employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.

Application Window: This position will be posted for a limited application period. Applications will be accepted through Monday, 9/14 at 5:00PM EST To be considered, please submit your application before the posting closes.

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