Who We Are Looking For:

We’re looking for a versatile Production Assistant & Junior Video Editor to join our team. This is a full-time position based in Portland, Oregon. The main area of focus will be assisting with in-house video content production for our popular YouTube channel (1M+ subscribers) and website. Other responsibilities include assisting with video edits, file organization & data transfer, and content publishing.

The ideal candidate brings a no-problem attitude, is enthusiastic about all aspects of video production and thrives in a fast-paced environment. This is a unique opportunity for an ambitious candidate looking to build experience in a variety of areas. You’ll contribute to one of the largest tech sites on the web and help create videos viewed by a large audience.  This role requires close collaboration with our video & editorial staff, both remotely and in person. Production will primarily take place in studio spaces in the Portland area. We offer a remote work environment however this position requires mostly on-location work at our office/studio spaces. There may also be the need to travel occasionally for shoots.

What You’ll Do:

• Assisting on in-house shoots including set up/tear down, lighting and gear adjustments
• Coordinating pre-production
• Publishing & scheduling content in YouTube Studio
• Assisting with unpacking, setup and re-packing products
• Basic maintenance of equipment
• Manage video uploads, video publication and other details of projects
• Assembling rough cut edits in Premiere
• Participate in searches for editorial assets, stock footage, music
• Collaborate with editorial & creative teams in a fast-paced environment
• Capture still imagery for thumbnails and promotional materials
• Write basic scripts for sort-form content
• Shoot/edit vertical stories and optimize video content for social media distribution
• Assist Marketing and Sales departments with video projects
• Manage, organize, and archive digital media project files and assets

What You Bring:

• 2 years relevant experience in a video production role or relevant industry
• Intermediate proficiency in Adobe Premiere
• Knowledge of digital video formats, codecs, and camera types
• Knowledge of various cameras and techniques
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to manage a task list with multiple projects and deadlines
• Ability to work within project management software
• Experience working with YouTube Studio
• Ability to work in an office environment
• Willingness to travel for remote shoots

Compensation For The Role:

The pay range for the Production Assistant & Junior Video Editor position is hourly, nonexempt, paid $23 - $26/hour (which equates to a full-time salary of $48K - $55K per year).

What’s In It For You:

• Competitive compensation for this position in the Portland, OR area with opportunities to grow and develop your skill set
• Benefits package including medical, prescription, dental and vision insurance, 401(k), flexible spending accounts, paid parental leave, life insurance, and company paid short-term and long-term disability.
• Sabbatical leave after 5 years of service
• Flexible paid time off

About Us:

Digital Trends Media Group (DTMG) is the world’s largest independent innovation media company. 200 million people each month engage with our network of tech and lifestyle media brands, influencing culture and igniting conversation around the ever-evolving worlds of innovation. DTMG’s core demographic is the HENRY (High Earners Not Rich Yet) millennial, whose sphere of influence spans generations. Through in-depth reporting, product reviews, and commentary that entertains as much as it informs, we speak to the audiences that matter most, about the innovation that deeply affect their lives.

We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, or veteran status. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.