Producer & Video Editing Specialist

November 20, 2025

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Position Purpose: As a Producer & Video Editing Specialist at CharacterStrong, you will have a hand in every step of the video production process working alongside CharacterStrong’s in-house video team. Your responsibilities will be split between planning, organizing, and overseeing (producing) video shoots, and editing video content. You’ll cross-collaborate with various departments to understand curriculum and marketing objectives, brainstorm video ideas that align with those objectives, and bring video projects to life. This role is ideal for a creative and people-oriented individual with a passion for storytelling through video. As a Producer & Video Editing Specialist, you will play a crucial role in bringing our mission to life by creating engaging and impactful visual content that inspires educators, students, and communities. Your creative expertise will help us convey our message, enhance our training materials, and amplify our reach. CharacterStrong's Background & Mission CharacterStrong, a <a href="https://fullbloom.org/#programs" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">FullBloom Company</a>, is a fast-paced, tech education company that makes PreK-12 digital, social-emotional learning curricula and offers professional learning opportunities to support schools with implementation. There’s currently a team of more than 110 full-time employees and over 30 contractors and interns collaborating to bring this work to life. Our mission is to create a more loving world by equipping educators with tools to teach the critical social, emotional, and character skills necessary to foster a more empathetic, connected, and generous world. In less than 10 years, our aim is to have reached 50 million students and over 2 million educators. We were ranked by INC. as the 449th fastest-growing private company in the country. At CharacterStrong, you will have the opportunity to positively impact education, both in the United States and internationally. CharacterStrong employees offer their innovation, dedication to excellence, and compassion to help produce transformational curricula and professional learning for educators. CharacterStrong’s Company Values & Norms <ul> <li>We Produce Excellence - Producing timely, quality results and consistently asking the question, “How can we make this 1% better?”</li> <li>We Take Full Ownership - Taking the initiative to drive work forward, demonstrating responsibility when things do not go according to plan, and proactively closing identified gaps.</li> <li>We Practice Kindness - Exercising inclusion, care, and empathy with others, balancing honesty with compassion, and cultivating the well-being of self and others.</li> <li>We Problem-Solve - Identifying issues, analyzing for understanding, and taking action to implement the best possible solution.</li> </ul> Key Responsibilities This role will be split between planning, organizing, and overseeing (producing) video shoots and video editing. We will consider applicants located anywhere in the US; however, those located on the West Coast are generally preferred, as this is where many of our video shoots will take place. Producing <ul> <li>Pitch new, creative video ideas aligned with marketing and curriculum goals.</li> <li>Actively participate in brainstorming sessions and contribute to developing video content strategies.</li> <li>Write scripts, create outlines, and draft storyboards for video projects.</li> <li>Plan video shoots, including casting talent, hiring crew, coordinating travel, creating call sheets, renting equipment, booking locations, managing budgets, scheduling, sourcing props, etc.</li> <li>Oversee video shoots, which are generally smaller productions, including overseeing crew and talent needs, interviewing or directing talent, keeping everyone on schedule, checking off shot lists, troubleshooting, etc.</li> <li>Oversee post-production for multiple projects simultaneously, keeping all editors and involved parties on schedule.</li> <li>Review and provide timely, detailed feedback on video projects.</li> <li>Ensure all video projects are delivered on time and meet project deadlines.</li> </ul> Editing <ul> <li>Edit raw video footage to create polished, professional, and visually appealing videos.</li> <li>Incorporate graphics, basic animation, music, sound design, and other elements to enhance the visual storytelling.</li> <li>Ensure videos align with brand guidelines and maintain a consistent visual identity.</li> <li>Request feedback and make revisions as needed to produce the best possible work.</li> </ul> Required Qualifications <ul> <li>3+ years of producing experience, either in-house or in an agency setting</li> <li>2+ years of video editing experience</li> <li>Proficiency in video editing, both short-form and long-form video content, in Premiere Pro (preferred) or equivalent video editing software</li> <li>Experience using Notion, Asana, StudioBinder, or other project management software</li> <li>Experience using Frame.io</li> <li>Ability to travel to video shoots when needed</li> <li>Ability to troubleshoot technical issues related to video editing and production.</li> <li>Familiarity with production costs, including standard crew rates, talent fees, equipment, locations, etc.</li> <li>Knowledge of necessary legal forms for production, including talent release forms, crew contracts, invoices, etc.</li> <li>Experience creating and sticking to video production budgets</li> <li>Strong people skills, as you will work closely with talent, crew, and clients</li> <li>A strong eye for design and ability to craft basic video graphics, thumbnails, and more</li> <li>Baseline knowledge of sound design and color grading</li> <li>Ability to receive and implement feedback effectively</li> <li>Strong organization and attention to detail</li> <li>Excellent ability to communicate, listen, and ask questions in a remote work setting</li> <li>Strong written and verbal communication skills</li> </ul> <ul> <li>Exercises inclusion, care, and empathy with others, balances honesty with compassion, and cultivates the well-being of self and others</li> <li>Ability to work in a remote team environment</li> </ul> Preferred Qualifications <ul> <li>Located on the West Coast (preferred, but not required)</li> <li>Experience producing educational content</li> <li>Experience producing animation projects</li> <li>Experience editing in After Effects</li> <li>Animation and motion graphics experience</li> <li>Experience operating a camera, gaffing, sound mixing, or other technical production skills</li> <li>Knowledge or experience in the education industry</li> </ul> Benefits Package <ul> <li>New laptop computer and other needed equipment</li> <li>Annual Individual Budget for Professional Development of $1,000</li> <li>401k Savings Plan with employer contribution </li> <li>Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance</li> <li>Life, AD&D, and Disability Insurance</li> <li>Employee Assistance Program, Mental Health Support, and Well-Being Programs</li> <li>3 weeks Company-Paid Parental Leave (after 6 months of active employment)</li> <li>Flexible Time Off, 6 Paid Sick Days, 11 Paid Company Holidays</li> </ul> Additional Information CharacterStrong views diversity and the unique ways team members establish connections with our student and educator populations as an asset. Our goal is to ensure we have a team at CharacterStrong which reflects the diverse student population we serve. CharacterStrong is an equal opportunity employer. We provide for fair treatment of all employees based on merit. In accordance with applicable law, race, color, creed, ancestry, national origin, citizenship, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, and pregnancy-related conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, and transgender status), marital status, religion, age, disability, genetic information (including testing and characteristics), service in the military, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law does not affect employment opportunities or practices such as hiring, promotion, development opportunities, pay, or benefits. CharacterStrong complies with all applicable federal, state, and local labor laws.

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