Video Producer / Editor

RACER MEDIA & MARKETING INC

Video Producer / Editor

Irvine, CA
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Benefits:

    401(k)

    Dental insurance

    Health insurance

    Paid time off

    Vision insurance

    Role Overview

    RACER is looking for a hands-on Video Producer / Editor to support production at the RACER Irvine Studio. This role is equal parts production, post-production, and distribution, supporting podcasts and video content from camera operation through final delivery. You will be responsible for capturing high-quality studio content, managing media workflows, editing full-length episodes and clips, preparing assets for digital and broadcast distribution, and ensuring content is published, scheduled, and reported on accurately.

    This is a highly executional role for someone who is organized, technically capable, and comfortable owning the full content pipeline.

    Key Responsibilities:

    Production & Studio Operations

    Operate cameras, audio, and basic lighting for in-studio podcast and video productions

    Support multi-camera podcast and interview setups

    Ensure clean audio/video capture and troubleshoot technical issues during recordings

    Prepare the studio for shoots and manage equipment readiness

    Media Management

    Ingest, organize, and archive video and audio files

    Maintain clear file structures and naming conventions

    Manage storage, backups, and media hand-off for post-production and delivery

    Post-Production

    Edit full-length podcast episodes (video and audio)

    Sync multi-camera footage and audio

    Create clean, broadcast-quality edits for long-form content

    Cut shorter clips and highlights as needed

    Create thumbnails optimized for YouTube and podcast platforms

    Prepare audio-only versions for podcast distribution

    Distribution & Publishing

    Upload, schedule, and publish episodes to:

    YouTube

    Spotify

    Apple Podcasts

    Other major podcast platforms

    Prepare and deliver broadcast-ready versions with commercial breaks for the RACER Network

    Ensure correct metadata, titles, descriptions, and thumbnails are applied consistently

    Reporting & Performance Tracking

    Produce basic performance reports including:

    Episode views and listens

    Watch time and engagement

    Platform-level performance summaries

    Track publishing schedules and content output

    Support internal reporting for sponsors, partners, and internal teams

    Qualifications & Experience

    2–5+ years experience in video production and editing (studio or podcast experience strongly preferred)

    Proficiency with professional editing software (Premiere Pro, Final Cut, DaVinci Resolve, or similar)

    Comfortable operating cameras and managing audio in a studio environment

    Strong understanding of YouTube and podcast publishing workflows

    Experience preparing content for multiple platforms and formats

    Highly organized with strong attention to detail

    Comfortable working independently and managing multiple episodes and deadlines

    Preferred Experience

    Experience with motorsports, automotive, or sports media

    Familiarity with broadcast delivery standards and ad break insertion

    Experience producing performance or analytics reports

    Understanding of YouTube optimization (thumbnails, titles, retention)

    What We’re Looking For

    Someone who takes ownership of the entire production pipeline

    A self-starter who can manage details without constant oversight

    A team player who values consistency, quality, and deadlines

    Someone excited to help scale a growing studio and content operation

    Why Join RACER

    Work with an iconic brand in motorsports and automotive culture

    Be part of a growing studio producing premium, original programming

    Collaborate with industry leaders, creators, and talent

    Opportunity to grow with RACER as our video and podcast output expands