WHO WE ARE:
Fiercely independent. Passionately creative. Fueled by data.
Ayzenberg Group, based in Pasadena, CA, is one of the largest, privately held advertising and media companies on the West Coast. A culture of curiosity, we’re filled with player/coaches who care about the work from the top down, and team members with an entrepreneurial mindset. We are an equal opportunity employer.
“Okay, nice jargon, but what does that actually mean?” Good question.
Basically, we believe we can do the best work possible, while still being kind and respectful to everyone involved.
We strive to macro (not micro) manage and give all team members the support and freedom they need to thrive—both professionally and personally.
In a nutshell, whether you’re a client or a team member, we want you to love it here.
WHO WE’RE LOOKING FOR:
**Note: This is an ongoing freelance role with full-time hours, and the potential to convert to a full-time employee if it’s a great fit on both sides.
We’re looking for an experienced video and motion editor who loves to create video and image content for social media.
This person is a natural on the internet, understands culture and the gaming industry, and enjoys all forms of content creation. This person would partner with copywriters, producers, and strategists to build high-performance social posts and campaigns on Instagram, Twitter and TikTok for a large gaming brand.
Reporting to the Creative Director, you will be on the front lines of visual storytelling and ideate gaming centric social video ideas as well as help with the creative production of short-form video and image assets.
The day-to-day:
- You will concept, design, and execute videos, gifs, and still images that range from humorous to wholesome.
- You will stay connected to gaming and all the latest trends going on in the industry, building creative that fosters engagement with fans.
- You will design for screens of all shapes and sizes.
- You have a strong sense of humor and know how to apply it in a way that makes sense for a brand.
- You have a strong sense of accountability. You deliver on your promises and take responsibility for your actions.
- You are able to manage multiple, simultaneous projects amidst strict deadlines and (sometimes) stressful situations.
- You grasp the big picture, but your attention to detail is an even greater strength.
- You maintain a healthy work-from-home responsibility. You are available during work hours for virtual meetings, stay connected on Teams chat, and use your independence to be productive.
- You’re inspired by the opportunity to build gaming centric creative that achieves high engagement and reach.
WHAT WE’LL (FOR SURE) BRING TO THE TABLE:
- A super competitive salary and amazing benefits and perks package, including full medical, dental, and vision
- A matching 401(k)
- Paid maternity/paternity leave
- Pet insurance
- Monthly wellness benefits (to spend however you like on your own well-being!)
- Annual education credit (for anything from Masterclass, to LinkedIn certifications, to a cooking or tango class — have fun with it!)
- Unlimited PTO and paid holidays
- A supportive, fun, and respectful team environment
WHAT YOU’LL (IDEALLY) BRING TO THE TABLE:
- 2-3+ years of social video content creation experience (1+ at an advertising/marketing agency and/or entertainment/gaming company).
- A passion for and deep knowledge of the gaming industry and audience engagement.
- Mastery of necessary design tools such as After Effects, Photoshop, and/or Premiere.
- Technical understanding of content creation tools: cameras, smartphones, studio lights, microphones, etc.
- An understanding of internet culture and how that impacts/inspires assets visually.
- A passion for building compelling creative for social media including Twitter/X, Instagram, TikTok and YouTube.
- The ability to bring brand style through exciting concepts and assets.
- A broad portfolio with varied clients (tech, gaming, or entertainment is a major plus).
- Technical knowledge and understanding of social media platforms, what works, and how to design for greatest impact.
- Exceptional written and communication skills, including presentation skills – both verbally and in writing.
- Creative problem-solving skills.
- A desire to learn, grow, and contribute in a fast-paced creative environment.
- Ability to work well both independently and as part of a team.
- Proven time management and organizational skills.
- Experience juggling multiple projects simultaneously.
Nice to have:
- Experience in 3D software such as Blender or Cinema4D
- Previous experience in social media management or designing assets for brands on social.
- Previous experience in gaming (or if you just game casually yourself) is a huge plus!
If you’ve read this far and have that butterflies in your stomach feeling, send us your resume, we’d love to hear from you.