Video Editors - Projects (Contractor)

Who We Are Founded in 2013, Cloud9 has grown to become one of the most recognizable esports organizations in the world. With championships industry-wide, unmatched viewership hours, and extensive benefits packages for players and staff, Cloud9 prides itself on being the best in all categories. Currently, Cloud9 fields multiple professional teams spanning across several game titles. To find more information about Cloud9, visit https://www.cloud9.gg. What We're Looking For: We are seeking talented and creative Video Editors - Projects (Contractor) to support our Content team. The Video Editors - Projects (Contractor) will edit a variety of content, such as podcasts, comms videos, and game highlights, for our LTA and VCT teams, while adhering to strict quality, deadlines, and performance standards. The ideal candidate should have a strong understanding of content production, proficiency in video editing and graphic design software, and a passion for esports. This position will collaborate closely with our Content team to edit content that showcases our team, players, and events, while engaging and growing our fan base. This is a remote contractor position open to candidates around the world. Applicants must submit a video content portfolio, preferably with League of Legends and VALORANT content, to be considered. What You'll Do:

• Edit high-quality video content, including podcasts, comms videos, game highlights for League of Legends and VALORANT quickly and efficiently, while ensuring it adheres to platform-specific guidelines and best practices
• Ensure that video content aligns with brand guidelines and messaging
• Maintain a quick turnaround on deliverables without sacrificing quality and best practices
• Deliver videos by deadline with the ability to take and incorporate feedback for revisions as needed

Requirements

• Ability to work flexible hours to align with Pacific Time deadlines
• Fluent in English, written and spoken
• 1+ years of experience in video editing
• Experience with various video formats, including short-form, long-form, and live streaming
• Proficiency in video editing software (e.g., Adobe Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro, or similar)
• Familiarity and passion for esports, entertainment, and pop-culture
• High understanding of League of Legends and VALORANT
• Must submit a video content portfolio to be considered
• Ability to critically think on the fly and adjust behavior and solutions to the situation at hand
• Ability to apply intelligence to practical, real-world scenarios, where a "book solution" doesn't necessarily exist
• Strong active listening skills with an emphasis on understanding. The artful ability to deliver clear and logical thoughts in response
• High growth-oriented mindset with a strong internal need for achievement.
• Ability to work effectively and supportively with teammates to prioritize organizational and/or team priorities over individual needs, seeking out win-win situations wherever they exist.

Benefits

• Fast-paced environment within a rapidly growing company
• Access to industry-leading esports resources and community
• Part of a winning team with a growth mindset
• The rate for this role is $125-$250 USD per project, with potential for ongoing work based on performance

Equal Employment Opportunity Cloud9 Esports is an equal opportunity employer. We provide equal employment opportunity to individuals who are qualified to perform job requirements regardless of their race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, pregnancy, childbirth, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, transgender status, age, religious creed, physical or mental disability, medical condition, marital or domestic partnership status, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic or status protected by federal, state or local laws. Cloud9 is committed to providing reasonable accommodation for candidates with disabilities in our recruiting process. If you need any assistance or accommodation due to a disability, please let us know at [email protected] Background Checks Cloud9 will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the law. Security Disclaimer Please note that Cloud9 Esports takes the security and privacy of our employees and job applicants very seriously. We would like to remind you to be cautious and vigilant when receiving unsolicited emails or phone calls claiming to be from our company. Our only and official email address domain is @cloud9.gg and anything other than that is fraud. If you receive any such requests for sensitive information or are unsure about the authenticity of a communication, please do not provide any personal information and contact us immediately. Cloud9 Esports will not be responsible for any losses or damages resulting from fraudulent attempts by third parties. Apply tot his job Apply To this Job