Junior Video Editor

About Foundr:

Foundr is at the forefront of entrepreneurial education, providing insights and inspiration through digital magazines, podcasts, blogs, and courses. Our mission is to empower the next generation of entrepreneurs, featuring wisdom from industry leaders like Richard Branson and Arianna Huffington. As we aim to ignite entrepreneurial spirits globally, we're looking for a Junior Video Editor to help us reach and surpass our ambitious goals.

Our Core Values:

At Foundr, we’re driven by three core principles that define our culture and everything we do:

• CURIOUS: We seek to understand.
• UNITED: We regularly stay connected & build meaningful relationships.
• TRANSFORMATIONAL: We consistently create & deliver cool transformational stuff that we are proud of.

We’re seeking individuals who resonate with our ethos of curiosity, unity, and transformation. If you’re passionate about making a real difference in the entrepreneurial world, you’ll find your place with us.

The Opportunity:

This Melbourne-based role offers a unique opportunity to blend your passion for storytelling with our mission to educate and inspire entrepreneurs worldwide. Reporting directly to our Video Content Producer, you'll play a pivotal role in amplifying our YouTube presence and contributing to our ambitious subscriber growth target.

Your Key Performance Indicators (KPIs):

• Increase YouTube subscribers.
• Drive consistent high viewer retention and CTR on YouTube content.
• Contribute to achieving a high click-to-lead conversion rate (CVR) on our digital platforms.

Who You Are:

A creative and technical Video Editor with:

• Proficiency in Adobe Premiere Pro & After Effects; experience with Photoshop and Audition is highly valued.
• At least 2 years of video editing experience is preferred; however, talented individuals with less formal experience and a strong portfolio are encouraged to apply.
• A deep understanding of colour grading, sound mixing, and the ability to produce visually compelling content that aligns with Foundr's brand identity.
• A keen interest and understanding of the Audio and Visual Podcast space.
• Excellent communication skills, with a collaborative spirit, ready to work across multiple teams.
• A growth mindset, open to feedback and committed to continuous learning and improvement.
• An innovative thinker, keen on staying ahead of market trends to enhance our video editing and production practices.

Your Growth Path at Foundr:

• Within 30 Days: Fully integrate into Foundr's branding and collaboration systems, including Asana and Frame.io, and start editing videos under guidance.
• By 60 Days: Independently manage video edits, showcasing our brand voice and visual identity.
• After 90 Days: Work with complete independence, contributing creatively to projects, and fully understanding the video team workflow with Premiere Pro and Dropbox.
• In 180 Days: Actively contribute to the Marketing and Creative teams, understanding Foundr's audience and editorial direction.
• In 1 Year: Lead in creating innovative content, pushing our video design and identity to new heights.

Key Responsibilities:

As Foundr’s Junior Video Editor, you will:

• Lead the editing of our weekly podcasts for YouTube, crafting engaging video assets that resonate with our brand's voice, as briefed by the Video Content Producer.
• Play a crucial role in editing content for a range of projects, such as courses, workshops, Q&As, funnel videos, social ads & testimonials.
• Design video templates that ensure consistency and alignment with Foundr’s brand identity and values.

Your creative and technical prowess will directly fuel Foundr’s growth and our mission to impact millions of entrepreneurs worldwide.

Defining Success in This Role:

Success in this role means:

• Delivering all video content on time and in sync with Foundr’s brand identity.
• Contributing to the development of a signature style for Foundr’s video content.
• Engaging our global community with captivating content that drives our educational mission forward.
• Actively participating in our collective creative efforts, bringing innovative ideas to the table and collaborating with the broader Marketing team.

What We Offer:

• A pivotal role in a fast-growing, mission-driven company.
• A collaborative environment where your creativity and technical skills will be valued and nurtured.
• Opportunities for professional growth and to make a significant impact in the entrepreneurial community.
• Enjoy the flexibility of a hybrid work model that combines the best of both worlds. 

How to Join:

If you're ready to take your career to the next level and contribute to a team that's changing the entrepreneurial landscape, we want to hear from you. Apply by sending your CV and a cover letter, along with your portfolio. Your cover letter should highlight why you're the perfect fit for Foundr and how your skills align with our mission and this role's KPIs.

Join us at Foundr and be part of our journey to empower entrepreneurs across the globe. We can't wait to see what we will achieve together.