Editor

The New York Islanders Hockey Club is a storied sports franchise known for its passionate fan base and rich history. The Video Editor will create, edit, and produce video content for various platforms, enhancing the in-arena and digital experience for fans while managing media archives and collaborating with production teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead post-production (conceptualizing, editing, producing, and animating) cinematic storytelling content that aligns with NYI brand and values
• Seamlessly blend high-quality visual and audio elements, leveraging advanced editing techniques and industry-leading software to create visually stunning and emotionally engaging narratives for in-arena and digital experience
• Conceptualize and edit compelling game entertainment content, including open videos, pumpers, sizzles, tributes, and branded content
• Develop and manipulate motion graphics templates, animations, and visual effects while maintaining the ability to create custom graphics when necessary
• Serve as the point of contact for game-day deliverables and function as the game-night editor, ensuring execution of live edits and enhancing the overall game-day experience for fans in-arena and online
• Make informed creative decisions to craft rough cuts and collaborate with the team to elevate projects to final delivery
• Demonstrate proficiency in sound recording, edit direction, color correction, music scoring and sound design, and motion graphics design
• Communicate project timelines, deliverables, and manage expectations from assignment through final delivery
• Collaborate with stakeholders throughout the entire production process, ensuring alignment from concept to post-production
• Co-manage the Islanders media asset management system, implementing best practices for file management and metadata tagging
• Serve as a creative catalyst by researching and introducing industry trends, new technology, and innovative workflows that elevate team efficiency and content quality
• Streamline project organization by defining priorities, maintaining clear production schedules, and ensuring all deliverables meet established deadlines
• Thrive in a fast-paced environment with the ability to multi-task, collaborate across departments, and manage multiple concurrent projects effectively

Skills

• Minimum 1–2 years of professional experience in video editing, broadcast, or digital media production
• Proficiency in Adobe Premiere Pro and After Effects for editing, motion graphics, and template-based animation manipulation
• Proven ability to craft narratives that follow a clear story arc while editing with the fan/viewer perspective in mind
• Experience editing in fast-paced, deadline-driven environments, including live or same-day turnaround projects
• Proficiency in social media platforms and video optimization techniques for vertical, horizontal, and platform-specific delivery
• Knowledge of file formats, codecs, export workflows, and versioning across multiple platforms (in-arena, broadcast, social, web)
• Experience working with media asset management systems (e.g., EditShare, Iconik, CatDV) and best practices for metadata tagging and archival organization
• Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities, with a strong attention to detail
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to work both independently and collaboratively
• Availability to work nights, weekends, and holidays as required by the NHL schedule
• Ability to work well under pressure and meet tight deadlines without sacrificing quality
• Passion for sports and familiarity with the NHL, hockey culture, and the live event environment
• High level of personal integrity, timeliness, and accountability

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Paid time off and holidays
• Professional development opportunities

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