Video Editor - Remote (Los Angeles)

The Video Editor is a creative role that blends foundational video editing skills with emerging AI-powered tools to support the creation of high-quality paid media content. Working under the guidance of senior editors, this individual is responsible for everything from project setup and assembly cuts to managing versions, preparing files for delivery, and occasionally finishing smaller edits independently.

This role is ideal for someone who is technically curious, eager to grow, and excited about the future of AI in media production. The Video Editor actively learns and applies tools such as Runway, Midjourney, DALL·E, Google Imagen, and Adobe Sensei to assist with content creation and workflow enhancement. As a developing post-production specialist, this person supports both video and photo teams, occasionally helping with retouching tasks and collaborating across disciplines to ensure efficient execution and elevated output.

With a strong commitment to learning, experimentation, and precision, this individual is not only a reliable contributor to the post-production process, but also a key part of Harbor Freight’s future-focused investment in AI-driven creativity.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Attend pre-production video meetings for upcoming projects.
• Read script drafts to help flag any editorial issues.
• Import and log original camera footage.
• Edit a video together based on an approved script and storyboard, using their experience to improve the original ideas whenever possible.
• Quickly turn around versions based on feedback.
• When needed, help explain why a video was edited together the way it was.
• Color correct final video, sometimes from flat RAW files.
• Create a sound design for each video, including using natural sounds of tools working.
• Choose music that matches each video’s style.
• Post videos for review. Collect and interpret notes, asking questions when needed.
• Edit revisions in a timely manner.
• Create multiple versions of videos for length and/or social media platforms, including but not limited to, Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok.
• Compress final videos for dissemination, maximizing bitrate for any required codecs.
• Maintain an archive of all video material, and share with other teams when needed.

Scope

• Staff supervision and development: No
• Decision making: Provides data for decision support; uses independent judgement
• Travel: Up to 5%
• Flex Designation: Anywhere

Education and Experience

• Preferred 4 Year / Bachelors Degree
• 6-8 years of experience as a lead editor in a corporate and/or advertising environment.
• Skills

Skills

• (Required) - Must be fluent in the Adobe Creative Suite, in particular Premiere Pro.
• Familiarity with Adobe Audition for creating radio ads and mixing final videos.
• Experience using a Digital Asset Manager, such as Interplay or something comparable.
• Design and create graphics when needed, including using Photoshop.
• Basic knowledge of After Effects.
• Ability to provide working files for motion graphics animators.
• Great organization habits and multitasking skills, managing multiple projects.
• Ability to act and react professionally in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to troubleshoot, solve problems and think proactively.
• Willingness and ability to work flexible hours with little or no notice.
• Ability to communicate clearly both verbally and in writing.
• Ability and willingness to oversee a junior editor and/or temp editor.
• Skills (Preferred / Desired)
• Additional Qualifications (behavioral traits, certifications, etc.)

Physical Requirements
Corporate - Remote - General office environment requiring ability to: *Stand, walk, sit for extended periods of time . *Speak and listen to others in person and over the phone and video conferencing. *Use keyboard and read from computer screen and reports. *The ability to lift up to 15 lbs.

Safety
Must be able to perform this job safely in accordance with standard operating procedures and good manufacturing practices, without endangering the health or safety of self or others.

We’re a 45 year-old, $8 billion national tool retailer with the energy, enthusiasm, and growth potential of a start-up. We have over 1,600 stores in 48 states across the country and are opening several new locations every week. We offer our customers more than 7,000 tools and accessories, from hand tools and generators to air and power tools, from shop equipment to automotive tools. We provide our customers with the right tool for the right job at the right price, always delivering quality and value.

The anticipated salary range for this position is $69,500 – $104,200 depending on location, knowledge, skills, education and experience. This position is also eligible for an annual discretionary bonus. In addition, we offer comprehensive and competitive benefits to Associates (and their families) such as medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability. Eligible Associates are able to enroll in our company’s 401k plan. Associates will accrue paid time off up to 236 hours per year (inclusive of PTO, floating holidays, and paid holidays). Paid sick time up to 80 hours per year unless otherwise required by law.