Volunteer: Team Lead Video/Audio Editor

Walking in Step with God Ministries is a dynamic faith-based non-profit organization dedicated to empowering individuals to deepen their faith through inspiring content and a supportive community. Learn more about us at https://walkinginstepwithgod.org/.

We are seeking a skilled and passionate individual to join our organization as a volunteer team-lead video/audio editor. As part of our team, you will be responsible for overseeing the editing and enhancing content for our video projects and podcast episodes. Your expertise will play a vital role in ensuring the quality and professionalism of our multimedia productions. This is a remote volunteer position, and you will collaborate with our content creators and other video/audio editors to deliver engaging and visually appealing material.

Our ministry currently produces 1 podcast and video approximately 15-25 minutes in length bi-weekly and up to 30+ ~60-second ‘shorts’ per week. Visit: https://walkinginstepwithgod.org/messages/ and select any message or visit https://www.youtube.com/@walkinginstepwithgod/featured to review examples of video and podcast content.

Responsibilities:

1. Video Production Oversight:

• Direct the editing of raw video footage to ensure the team produces engaging and impactful content that aligns with the ministry’s vision.
• Oversee narrative flow, ensuring editors maintain a coherent storyline, message, and pacing across all video projects.
• Supervise the integration of multimedia elements, including audio synchronization, music, sound effects, and visual overlays.
• Maintain quality control for visual consistency, color grading, formatting, and compression across various platforms.

2. Audio Production Oversight:

• Manage the audio post-production process, ensuring all recordings are cleaned of background noise and artifacts.
• Ensure sonic excellence and consistency, overseeing volume leveling, equalization, and the professional application of effects.
• Review podcast compositions, ensuring intros, outros, and transitions are seamless and enhance the listener experience.

3. Strategic Workflow & File Management:

• Establish and enforce an efficient file structure for all video and audio assets to ensure team-wide organization.
• Implement version control and labeling standards to streamline the collaborative editing process.
• Coordinate project timelines, ensuring the team meets bi-weekly production schedules and high-volume “short” content deadlines.
• Monitor team bandwidth and workflow bottlenecks, proactively communicating headcount requirements to leadership to ensure volunteer participation levels align with production demands.

4. Leadership & Creative Collaboration:

• Act as the primary liaison between content creators, producers, and the editing team to translate project requirements into finished products.
• Coordinate virtual team meetings to discuss creative direction, technical requirements, and project updates.
• Provide final approval on all content, incorporating feedback and directing necessary revisions in a timely manner.
• Drive continuous improvement by suggesting creative innovations and technical enhancements to the production workflow.

Team Leadership & Mentorship:

• Lead and manage a diverse video and audio editing team, ensuring cohesive and efficient workflows for both seasoned professionals and entry-level volunteers.
• Establish a clear organizational structure and workflow that allows less experienced volunteers to learn, develop their skills, and contribute meaningfully.
• Assign tasks and projects based on individual expertise while identifying opportunities for peer-to-peer training.
• Mentor team members, providing constructive feedback and guidance to foster their professional and creative growth.
• Monitor project timelines and ensure high-quality standards are met across all skill levels.

Qualifications:

• Team leadership experience is a requirement for this role. We are seeking a leader who possesses deep professional expertise in either video or audio editing and has the functional knowledge to oversee both workstreams.
• Familiarity with professional-grade video editing software, such as Adobe Premiere Pro, DaVinci Resolve, etc.
• Familiarity with professional audio editing software such as Adobe Audition, Audacity, etc.
• Ability to manage workflows, set expectations, and provide creative direction to a team of varying skill levels.
• A desire to build structures that help less-skilled volunteers grow while effectively collaborating with seasoned pros.
• Strong creative and storytelling skills with an eye (or ear) for detail.
• Ability to work independently, manage project timelines, and meet deadlines.
• A portfolio or samples of previous work is required to demonstrate technical proficiency.

Benefits:

• The opportunity to contribute to meaningful multimedia content.
• Gain experience in video and audio editing.
• Enhance your skills in storytelling, visual design, and content production.
• Collaborate with a diverse and passionate team of content creators.
• Expand your professional network and make valuable connections.
• A letter of recommendation or a reference upon successful completion of the volunteer role.

Please note that this is a volunteer position that operates remotely, and no compensation will be provided. The expected time commitment is approximately 5-10 hours per week.  We greatly value your contribution and commitment to our cause, and we will provide any necessary support and guidance throughout your volunteer experience.