Description & Requirements
Electronic Arts creates next-level entertainment experiences that inspire players and fans around the world. Here, everyone is part of the story. Part of a community that connects across the globe. A place where creativity thrives, new perspectives are invited, and ideas matter. A team where everyone makes play happen.
Lead Video Editor
Who We Are We’re a Video Localization team that values creativity, collaboration, and clarity. We work on global projects and appreciate fresh ideas, thoughtful processes, and the ability to guide others. We believe in empowering our editors and promoting a supportive atmosphere. We support hybrid work, and you will work 60% of your time each month in our Madrid office.
Who You Are You will report to Video localizatio manager. You will bring deep technical expertise in video editing, motion graphics, and visual effects. You enjoy sharing your knowledge, leading teams, and finding ways to improve workflows. You understand the nuances of localization and how to adapt content for different markets. You want to build an environment where editors grow, projects run smoothly, and everyone can contribute.
What You’ll Do
Leadership & Technical Guidance
- Oversee Technical Decisions: You will set standards for video editing, motion graphics, and effects. We’ll depend on your skills in After Effects, Premiere, and other Creative Cloud tools.
- Mentor Your Team: You will lead a group of editors, provide constructive feedback, share best practices, and help everyone stay aligned with our brand guidelines.
- Promote Growth: You will track personal and team performance, celebrate successes, and encourage continuous development.
Project Coordination
- Plan & Allocate Resources: You’ll estimate needs for upcoming projects and balance workloads.
- Track Tasks in Jira: You’ll monitor timelines and stay aware of how long each project will take.
- Meet Deadlines: You’ll work with producers to set clear schedules and ensure on-time delivery of video content.
- Collaborate with Outsourcing Partners: You’ll define expectations, review external deliverables, and integrate them into our pipeline.
Communication
- Share Updates & Risks: You’ll flag potential challenges early and suggest ways to solve them.
- Encourage Feedback: You’ll help create a culture of open dialogue with colleagues, producers, and QA.
Reporting
- Performance Tracking: You’ll compile reports on project progress, identify challenges, and track resource use.
- Budget Awareness: You’ll keep an eye on costs for software and equipment.
- Post-Project Reviews: You’ll lead discussions on what went well and what can improve for future projects.
What You Bring
- Experience of After Effects, Premiere, and other Creative Cloud tools, with advanced motion graphics and effects skills.
- Team Leadership Experience managing groups of four or more. You’ve guided feedback, set goals, and fostered a positive team dynamic.
- Communication that helps you explain technical ideas to different audiences.
- Project Management Familiarity with platforms like Jira or Confluence.
- Flexibility to handle priorities while maintaining quality.
Bonus Points
- Localization Background in adapting content for different languages and cultures.
- Interest in Gaming or awareness of current industry trends.
About Electronic Arts
We’re proud to have an extensive portfolio of games and experiences, locations around the world, and opportunities across EA. We value adaptability, resilience, creativity, and curiosity. From leadership that brings out your potential, to creating space for learning and experimenting, we empower you to do great work and pursue opportunities for growth.
We take a holistic approach with our benefits program, focusing on physical, emotional, financial, career, and community wellness to support a balanced life with paid time off and new parent leave, plus free games and so much more. We nurture environments where our teams can always bring their best to what they do.
Electronic Arts is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, genetic information, religion, disability, medical condition, pregnancy, marital status, family status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We will also consider employment qualified applicants with criminal records in accordance with applicable law. EA also makes workplace accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities as required by applicable law.
