LA Kings - Videographer/Editor

Company Information
For more than 20 years, AEG has played a pivotal role in transforming sports and live entertainment. Annually, we host more than 160 million guests, promote more than 10,000 shows and present more than 22,000 events around the world. We are committed to innovation, artistry, and community, and leverage the power of our 300+ venues, leading sports franchises, marquee music brands, integrated entertainment districts, premier ticketing platform and global sponsorship activations, to create memorable moments that give the world reason to cheer.

Our business is interwoven with the human mind and heart, and we strive to build a diverse and inclusive company that reflects the artists, athletes, and fans that we host; reach beyond traditional boundaries to support the communities in which we operate; and minimize our impact on the environment by adopting sustainable practices throughout our business operations.

If you want to be challenged to up your game and make a difference, then join us in giving the world reason to cheer!

JOB DESCRIPTION:

The Videographer/Editor is responsible for producing, shooting, and editing engaging video content related to our Kings events, athletes and games. This includes producing highlight reels, feature stories, and behind-the-scenes footage. This role's editing focus will help with piecing together footage, adding graphics, and creating compelling visual stories. They will work closely with the Production staff to create all of the original video content for the LA Kings.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Independently brainstorms and implements new and exciting concepts for content including highlight sizzles and story driven episodics from concept formation through final cut; initiate/self-produce/film content pieces within a specified deadline. Creative content the Videographer/Editor makes may be distributed throughout LA Kings social channels and in-arena activations, as well as on TV.
• Work on location as a camera operator/producer during games, practices, media availabilities, interviews, studio shoots. This includes LA Kings road games.
• Organize media on-site and ensure proper organization of assets on internal server.
• Edit projects from start to finish ranging from simple interviews, all-access documentaries, branded content, sizzle reels, and everything in-between.
• Stay up to date on new equipment and techniques and pitch new ideas for content series or one-off social videos.

SPECIFIC JOB KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY:

The Videographer/Editor must possess the following knowledge, skills and abilities and be able to explain and demonstrate that he or she can perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, using some other combination of skill and abilities:

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (written and oral) for effective interaction with all levels within the company and outside the company
• Advanced knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite, specifically Adobe Premiere, Media Encoder and Photoshop
• Firm understanding of video compression and standard codecs used for broadcast and digital
• Creative and skilled in non-linear storytelling
• Ability to produce content through written scripts, interviews and b-roll
• Ability to work efficiently in a highly demanding and time sensitive environment
• Ability to be flexible under pressure.
• Strong sense of project ownership and dedication to delivering outstanding results
• Excellent time management skills. Be able to complete projects under deadline with little supervision.
• Should have a sense of humor and have experience working with a team.
• Basic knowledge of Adobe After Effects is a plus
• Strong knowledge of lighting techniques and sound recording preferred.
• Strong eye for detail. Be able to notice a missing frame or out-of-sync audio. Preferred.
• Must be available to work nights, holidays, weekends and travel during the hockey season (September – June)
• Must include links to portfolio and work examples

QUALIFICATION STANDARDS:

Education:

• BA/BS Degree in Journalism, TV/Film Production, Digital Media, or a related area

Experience:

• 4-6 years of related work experience, including 3 years of film editing
• Experience with audio mixing and color correcting in Adobe Premiere
• Experience field producing features through host and non-hosted shoots with elite-level talent
• Familiarity with RED Cameras and workflow preferred
• Prior experience with live sports is a plus

Payscale: $71,000 - $80,000

Bonus: This position is eligible for a bonus under the current bonus plan requirements.

Benefits Full-time: We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes: medical, dental and vision insurance, paid holidays, vacation and sick time, company paid basic life insurance, voluntary life insurance, parental leave, 401k Plan (with a current employer match of 3%), flexible spending and health savings account options, and wellness offerings.

AEG reserves the right to change or modify the employee’s job description whether orally or in writing, at any time during the employment relationship. AEG may require an employee to perform duties outside their normal description.

AEG's policy is to hire the most qualified applicants, and we comply with all applicable federal, state and local employment laws in making hiring and employee decisions. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate against applicants or employees on the basis of race, color, marital status, disability, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, genetic information, veteran status, or any other legally protected status recognized by applicable federal, state or local law.

Employer does not offer work visa sponsorship for this position.

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