Sr. Social Video Editor

Overview

Saylor is an entertainment-led creative agency built for brands that want to earn attention, not interrupt it. We bring the sensibility of entertainment to brands ready to act less like advertisers and more like creators.

We help brands become the show – not the ad break. We aim to change how agencies approach outreach by enabling brands to act like publishers and creators. We are a tight‑knit team that collaborates without ego, stays curious, and supports one another while pushing creative boundaries.

Saylor seeks a sharp, innovative Senior Video Editor to lead best‑in‑class creative campaigns for global brands on social media. This full‑time role works closely with the social media team to bring creative concepts to life at the speed of online culture.

The ideal candidate is a multi‑faceted creative who understands social media trends and content nuances. They are part writer, producer, and content creator. They know what algorithms want, and what piques social audiences’ interests. They can create custom content for varying brand voices and styling, from lo‑fi meme video to elevated paid social video. They are a team leader who drives big ideas and innovative approaches.

You’ve been raised in the social media trenches and can articulate the spectrum of social video from memes to polished content. You value speed over perfection in this landscape, are scrappy, and thrive on sharing content with your team. You enjoy partnering with Social and Copy teams to bring unhinged, first‑to‑market creative that delights audiences, and you participate in laying the foundation for hyper‑engaging content.

This is a full‑time, exempt role with a salary range of $85,000–$120,000. You must be LA‑based and available to come into the Saylor office in Echo Park on Wednesdays and Thursdays.

• Lead the development and execution of creative video content for social media campaigns, driving concept and production; fast, social‑media‑first work that turns ideas into engaging, scroll‑stopping content.
• Partner with Social, Design, and Copy teams to maintain and execute the editorial tone for assigned campaigns.
• Ensure editorial projects are delivered on the agreed timeline, often at the speed of social.
• Master the brand guidelines and identity on social, applying them quickly and relevantly.
• React to online trends that make sense for the brand, participating with your project pod in ideation from a digital AV perspective.
• Master lo‑fi organic content with the nuance that activates social audiences.
• Maintain quality control, logos, framing for social, and other tactics.
• Support coloring, sound mixing, and captions, SRT file or transcript development as needed.
• Act as a mentor for more junior teammates.

• High‑level campaign editing experience in entertainment, brand, lifestyle, marketing (traditional and social).
• 8+ years of experience as a video editor in an agency or in‑house at a studio, with experience editing for social media vertical video.
• Well‑developed editorial creative point of view and the ability to identify strong ideas and executions.
• Attention to detail and effective time management to meet tight, high‑volume deadlines.
• Ability to bounce between edit projects of varying complexity.
• Extensive knowledge of current social marketing video tactics and trends across platforms.
• Ability to color correct and perform sound design in Premiere Pro.
• Ability to perform simple 2D motion graphics.
• Understanding of marketing, production, social media, branded content, long and short form video.
• Expertise with Adobe Premiere Pro and related desktop tools.
• Understanding of how audiences consume social media video in the current climate.

We offer a competitive salary, health insurance, 401k, generous vacation, and great opportunities for growth within the company.

Saylor is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all team members. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, military status, protected veteran status, or any other category protected by law.