Video Editor at NBCUniversal

New York, New York, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

20 Feb, 26

Salary

105000.0

Posted On

22 Nov, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Video Editing, Adobe Premiere, Post-Production, Color Correction, Sound Design, Graphics Integration, Narrative Crafting, Technical Troubleshooting, Motion Graphics, Social Media Optimization, Project Management, Creative Collaboration, Music Integration, Attention to Detail, Storytelling, Innovation

Industry

Entertainment Providers

Description

Company Description NBCUniversal is one of the world's leading media and entertainment companies. We create world-class content, which we distribute across our portfolio of film, television, and streaming, and bring to life through our theme parks and consumer experiences. We own and operate leading entertainment and news brands, including NBC, NBC News, MSNBC, CNBC, NBC Sports, Telemundo, NBC Local Stations, Bravo, USA Network, and Peacock, our premium ad-supported streaming service. We produce and distribute premier filmed entertainment and programming through Universal Filmed Entertainment Group and Universal Studio Group, and have world-renowned theme parks and attractions through Universal Destinations & Experiences. NBCUniversal is a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation. Our impact is rooted in improving the communities where our employees, customers, and audiences live and work. We have a rich tradition of giving back and ensuring our employees have the opportunity to serve their communities. We champion an inclusive culture and strive to attract and develop a talented workforce to create and deliver a wide range of content reflecting our world. Comcast NBCUniversal has announced its intent to create a new publicly traded company ('Versant') comprised of most of NBCUniversal's cable television networks, including USA Network, CNBC, MSNBC, Oxygen, E!, SYFY and Golf Channel along with complementary digital assets Fandango, Rotten Tomatoes, GolfNow, GolfPass, and SportsEngine. The well-capitalized company will have significant scale as a pure-play set of assets anchored by leading news, sports and entertainment content. The spin-off is expected to be completed during 2025. Job Description Peacock Creative Marketing is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Video Editor to join our team. This role is ideal for a dynamic storyteller with a passion for entertainment marketing and an expert editorial eye for crafting best-in-class trailers, promos, and creative content across streaming/DTC, broadcast, digital, and social platforms. You’ll help shape Peacock’s Creative Marketing campaigns by editing promos, trailers, featurettes, and special projects, crafting IP-forward creative for Scripted titles like Twisted Metal, Poker Face and The Jackal. Collaborating closely with Creative Directors, Associate Creative Directors, writers, and producers, the Video Editor will blend deep technical expertise with a refined editorial sensibility to deliver best-in-class creative campaigns that captivate and inspire. This role will be based in New York City. Responsibilities: Edit and craft high-profile trailers, promos, sizzles, and high-concept AV and social content for Peacock P1 Films and Original Series campaigns Partner with creative leads to guide editorial vision on major campaigns, interpreting creative briefs and elevating story, tone, and pacing to deliver premium entertainment marketing. Collaborate closely with Senior Editors, Creative Directors, writers, designers, and producers to develop inventive editorial approaches that align with strategic and campaign goals. Oversee and approve the finishing process end-to-end, including color correction, sound design, graphics integration, and delivery—ensuring flawless final outputs. Translate raw footage into compelling narratives, strategically using music, VO, dialogue, and graphics to enhance emotional impact. Manage multiple projects simultaneously, prioritizing deadlines and resources while maintaining exceptional attention to detail and craft. Troubleshoot technical issues proactively, ensuring smooth post-production workflows and minimizing delays. Work closely with the design team to streamline motion graphics workflows, including managing MOGRTs, collaborating with designers, and integrating graphics seamlessly into edits. Optimize edits for specific media placements, including platform-specific requirements, adapting creative for broadcast, digital, and social—including aspect ratios, runtimes, specs, and compression needs. Ensure all deliverables meet Peacock’s technical standards, checking frame rates, codecs, color space, audio levels, and export settings with expert precision. Participate in brainstorming and creative development sessions, contributing editorial ideas that push storytelling forward. QC all versions and cutdowns to maintain continuity, technical integrity, and brand consistency across every output. Stay current with editorial trends, tools, and techniques, bringing fresh ideas and innovations to elevate the quality and efficiency of the team’s work. Be willing to participate in cross-functional initiatives and special assignments, collaborating with brand, production, design, and strategy teams to bring big ideas to life. Qualifications Basic Requirements: Minimum 6 years of experience as a creative editor, overseeing finishing and post-production delivery at a creative agency, post house, or within a streaming, DTC, or theatrical in-house team. Expert in Adobe Premiere and post-production workflows, including finishing and delivery; working knowledge of After Effects, Photoshop, Illustrator, and Avid is a plus. Deep understanding of digital video formats and technical specs (frame rates, codecs, resolutions); skilled in troubleshooting, color grading, and final delivery. Familiar with motion graphics workflows, formats, and MOGRTs. Ability to craft social-forward assets that combine eye-catching editorial, motion graphics and innovative techniques that work for paid and organic social placements Ability to cut to music and sound design with precision, ensuring emotional impact and dynamic pacing including music integration, music builds and effects layering. Knowledge of cross-platform video best practices, including optimization and delivery specs for broadcast, digital, and social. Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, collaborate on projects (including cutdowns and secondary AV assets), always delivering high-quality work under tight deadlines. An online portfolio showcasing diverse work across genres is required (drama, comedy, film, horror, etc.). Desired Characteristics: Innovation: A forward-thinking editor with a passion for crafting standout, story-driven creative. Creative intuition: Possesses a natural instinct for pacing, tone, and emotional impact that elevates every edit beyond the expected. Ear for Music: Exceptional music sensibility and ability to cut to rhythm and emotion. Adaptability: Comfortable navigating ambiguity and shifting priorities, with a calm, solutions-first mindset. Collaborative spirit: Values the creative process and thrives in a team environment where ideas are built together. Curiosity-driven: Always exploring new techniques, formats, and storytelling methods to push creative boundaries. Audience Insight: Understands how to connect with viewers emotionally and intuitively crafts trailers, promos and creative to resonate across any platform. Positive energy: Brings enthusiasm and a can-do attitude to every project, inspiring others through action and example. Willing to mentor junior team members. Detail-obsessed: Meticulous about the craft—from frame to frame—while never losing sight of the big picture and creative strategy. Cross-Functional Partnership: Skilled at navigating feedback and partnering with cross-functional teams—including brand creative, editorial, production, and design—to bring ideas to life. Additional Requirements Hybrid: This position has been designated as hybrid, which currently requires contributing from the office a minimum of three days per week. Beginning January 5, 2026, hybrid employees will be required to work from the office a minimum of four days per week. The Company reserves the right to change in-office requirements at any time. This position is eligible for company sponsored benefits, including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401(k), paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and a variety of other discounts and perks. Learn more about the benefits offered by NBCUniversal by visiting the Benefits page of the Careers website. Salary range: $75,000- $105,000 Additional Information As part of our selection process, external candidates may be required to attend an in-person interview with an NBCUniversal employee at one of our locations prior to a hiring decision. NBCUniversal's policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law. If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and require support throughout the application and/or recruitment process as a result of your disability, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation. You can submit your request to [email protected].

Responsibilities

The Video Editor will edit and craft high-profile trailers, promos, and creative content for Peacock's marketing campaigns. They will collaborate with creative leads to guide editorial vision and oversee the finishing process to ensure high-quality outputs.