Video Editor

At Awana, we believe true change happens in the communities when children and youth are transformed by the gospel  and engaged in Biblical discipleship in the presence of a caring adult. We believe that kids can come to know, love and serve Jesus, following Him for a lifetime. This is why, for 75 years, Awana has been working with leaders in local churches in the US and around the world, providing solutions that equip these women and men to make disciples in children and youth. 

Today, God is using Awana to reach over 9 million kids in 140 countries around the world. With over 500,000 equipped leaders in 91,000 clubs/churches, Awana is able to play a vital role in global evangelism and discipleship of children and youth. If you are passionate about being integral to reaching kids with the gospel, join us, and become a part of our global cause. 

Summary

At Awana, we believe in the power and importance of shaping faith, inspiring action, and igniting the hearts of the next generation. As a Video Editor, you will play a key role in bringing those stories to life that do just that—helping kids, families, and leaders around the world experience the Gospel in fresh, compelling ways.

In this role, you will craft dynamic video content for a variety of platforms and audiences—from discipleship curriculum and leader training to social media, sales, and marketing initiatives. Your primary focus will be on post-production, where you’ll collaborate closely with our Creative and Communications teams (and other ministry partners) to produce videos that are not only visually excellent, but missionally aligned.

You’ll thrive in this role if you are a creative problem-solver who can navigate tight deadlines and shifting priorities with grace. We’re looking for someone who sees video not just as a product, but as a powerful tool in our mission of equipping leaders to reach kids the gospel and engage them in lifelong discipleship.

This position is primarily remote with occasional travel required based on strategic organizational meetings/events. Primary travel locations would be our offices in St. Charles, IL or Nashville, TN.

Hiring Range for this position is: $46,600 to $56,000 annually

Who We Are Looking For: 

• Team player who supports, upholds and demonstrates the Awana values in internal and external communications and relationships.
• Collaborative partner who has a natural ability to create genuine relationships with our internal team and external partners.
• Logical problem solver who proactively communicates workflow and/or deadline status to the team.
• Self-motivated, goal-oriented professional with a passion for helping fuel exponential ministry growth.
• Flexible team member who is open to taking on new responsibilities and easily adapts to shifting priorities and needs.
• Champion of children to belong, believe and become resilient disciples.

Key Responsibilities:

Video Editing and Post-Production

• Independently edit video content, ensuring it aligns with the ministry’s brand, vision and goals.
• Organize files, sync sound with visuals, select music, and add closed captions and motion graphics.
• Mix sound and color grades and make adjustments based on feedback.
• Shoot and independently edit assigned video content.

Collaboration and Creative Input

• Collaborate with the Video team and staff to conceptualize, produce, and deliver engaging video content.
• Provide creative input and suggestions for enhancing video content.

Production Support

• Provide assistance to the Creative team during production, specifically emphasizing audio recording.
• Handle lights, cameras, set design, and troubleshoot any on-set issues that may arise.
• On-set production assistance as needed, including setting up and dismantling production equipment.

Media Management and Organizational Standards

• Develop, maintain, and organize the organization's media archive.
• Uphold Awana cultural values in all internal and external communications and relationships.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What You Need:

• Minimum 2 to 5 years of related experience in video editing. 
• Certificate/Associate’s/Bachelor's degree in film or media studies as a plus.
• Proficiency in video editing software such as Premiere Pro, Audition, Media Encoder, and Davinci Resolve.
• Experience shooting video, with proficiency in operating cameras and related equipment, preferred.
• Willingness to contribute on-set during shoots, taking on various roles as part of a resourceful, collaborative team filming on location.
• Experience in editing live events, interviews, corporate promos, or social media content is preferred.
• Intermediate Google Suite skills, preferred.
• A deep passion for video editing and storytelling.
• Familiarity with proxy workflows is a plus.
• Ability to travel approximately 25% of the time.
• Valid State driver’s license.  
• A Valid US Passport is required.
• General understanding of the Bible and the Christian Church in its various expressions is preferred.
• Experience with Awana Club, curriculum, resources, & solutions is a plus! 
• Eligibility to work in the United States is required; this position is not eligible for employment visa sponsorship.

Physical Demands/Working Conditions 

While performing the duties of this job, the team member is regularly required to communicate. The team member is also required to regularly utilize computer equipment (e.g., screens and keyboards) to perform work. Awana recommends maintaining ergonomic posture, utilizing properly positioned computer equipment to minimize strain, and taking regular breaks to stretch and move around. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision. The employee is regularly required to move about the work environment, including climbing, crouching, and kneeling, often with equipment in use. Must be able to lift 50 lbs. Local and out-of-town, overnight travel is required. 

What We Offer: 

As a ministry that equips leaders to reach kids with the gospel and engage them in lifelong discipleship, we value our team that makes this happen and are excited to offer: 

• Mission-driven work that changes the lives of children and youth around the world. 
• Intentional connection, flexibility, family, and community engagement are part of our culture.
• Remote-first work environment, allowing you to do the majority of your work from where it is you call "home”. We also have two office locations designed for collaborative work and connection with colleagues in St. Charles, Illinois, and Nashville, Tennessee, that can be used at your convenience.
• Benefits package, including a variety of programs you can choose from to meet you and your family’s needs. Some of these include medical, dental & vision health insurance, paid family leave, 401(k) & Roth 401(k) retirement savings plans with employer match, generous paid vacation & holidays, adoption assistance, an employee wellness program, and more! 

This Job Description reflects the current assignment of essential functions and is not meant to be all-inclusive. Responsibilities may be assigned or reassigned to this job at any time based on the needs of the organization and may be modified to reasonably accommodate an individual with a disability or for other reasons. Please note, this opportunity is contingent upon favorable completion of a reference check, background check, and I-9 completion.