About the role
ABOUT UNRIVALED
Unrivaled is a premier professional women’s 3v3 basketball league showcasing the top players in the sport. Our mission is to elevate the profile of women’s basketball through exceptional talent, groundbreaking partnerships, and unparalleled fan experiences.
JOB OVERVIEW
Unrivaled is seeking an experienced independent video editor to provide post-production editing services in support of its basketball clubs during the 2026–2027 Unrivaled season. The engagement is expected to begin on December 26, 2026 and continue through approximately mid-March 2027, subject to completion of the agreed scope of services. The services are expected to be performed remotely, except as otherwise agreed by the parties.
The contractor will provide post-production editing services for game footage, athlete content, branded campaigns, and partner-sponsored content, delivering platform-optimized video assets for use across Unrivaled's digital and social media channels. Services include editing short- and long-form content, adapting creative for multiple platforms, and producing timely, high-quality deliverables that support league, club, and partner initiatives.
The contractor will coordinate with Content, Social, Partnerships, and other creative contributors to receive creative direction and project requirements while exercising independent professional judgment regarding the manner and means of performing the services necessary to complete the agreed deliverables.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Edit short- and long-form video content optimized for platform-specific formats, pacing, and audience engagement, including Instagram Reels, TikTok, YouTube, X, and other designated distribution channels.
Edit branded and sponsored content in coordination with Unrivaled representatives and brand partners, ensuring deliverables satisfy agreed creative requirements and contractual obligations.
Create and apply branded graphics, lower thirds, motion graphics, and other design elements consistent with Unrivaled's visual identity and applicable creative guidelines.
Edit captions and other on-screen text to support accessibility, audience engagement, and platform best practices.
Produce timely video deliverables, including real-time and gameday content, while maintaining agreed quality standards.
Incorporate and implement reasonable creative feedback from designated Unrivaled representatives and brand partners throughout the review process.
Organize and deliver project files, source footage, and final assets in accordance with agreed file management and delivery requirements.
Monitor platform trends, emerging content formats, and editing techniques, and incorporate relevant best practices into the services provided.
QUALIFICATIONS
3+ years of professional video editing experience, ideally in sports, entertainment, or a fast-paced digital media environment
Demonstrated experience editing branded/sponsored content for brand partners
Strong working knowledge of platform-specific best practices (aspect ratios, pacing, hook structure, caption placement, safe zones) across Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, X, and Facebook
Proficiency in Adobe Premiere Pro (After Effects a plus) and caption/graphics workflows
A sharp eye for pacing, storytelling, and brand consistency
Comfort receiving and implementing feedback from multiple stakeholders quickly and professionally
Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a high-volume, fast-turnaround environment
Strong communication and organizational skills; self-sufficient in a remote setting
Passion for women's sports and/or basketball is a plus
Unrivaled is an equal opportunity organization. All qualified individuals will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, ancestry, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected under applicable federal, state or local law.
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