Principal, Video Editing

WHY DEPT®?

We are a Growth Invention company built to help the world’s most ambitious brands grow faster. Operating at the intersection of technology and marketing, we create what is next by pioneering ideas, acting fast, and moving further because standing still just is not in our DNA.

We are drawn to people who stay curious, move with intent, and never stop inventing. Our culture runs on three values: better together, relentlessly curious, and get sh*t done. It is how we work, how we grow, and how we make things that matter.

At DEPT®, you will find the freedom to explore, the space to collaborate, and the trust to make a real impact for our clients, for each other, and for the world we are helping to build.

THE ROLE

We are seeking a visionary Principal, Video Editing, to lead the post-production lifecycle for our most ambitious projects. In this role, you aren’t just someone who cuts clips; you are a master storyteller who understands how to weave rhythm, sound, and visual effects into high-impact narratives that move the needle.

The ideal candidate thrives at the intersection of creative artistry and technical scalability. You will be responsible for breathing life into high-volume performance marketing campaigns while influencing the brand's long-term identity through sophisticated visual storytelling. We are looking for a post-production powerhouse who can balance traditional narrative craft with the efficiency of modern AI tools to drive results in a fast-paced agency environment.

WHAT YOU’LL DO:

• Craft compelling stories from creator content and raw, high-quality footage, applying platform-first logic to ensure maximum engagement.
• Partner closely with Visual and Motion Designers to integrate advanced UI animations, 2D designs, or 3D elements into seamless video creative.
• Develop and oversee automated templates and scripted workflows to generate high volumes of creative variants (e.g., A/B testing assets) without sacrificing quality.
• Work alongside cross-functional teams to pitch concepts—balancing "safe" brand-standard executions with "wild" experimental ideas, ensuring a cohesive campaign look and feel.
• Use insights from marketing teams to iterate on edits, refreshing creative based on real-time performance data and audience resonance.
• Confidently lead internal brainstorms and external client presentations, acting as the technical and creative authority for post-production.
• Proactively manage complex timelines and workstreams, maintaining clear communication with leadership and producers to meet all review and live dates.
• Pivot professionally based on constructive critique and stay hyper-attuned to evolving design trends, social shifts, and digital culture.

WHAT YOU’LL BRING

• 5+ years of video editing experience, with at least 2+ years in a fast-paced agency environment or high-growth internal creative team.
• A strong reel featuring tech-forward clients (e.g., Google, Meta, Stripe) or high-growth D2C brands.
• Deep proficiency in Adobe Premiere Pro and After Effects. You should have a strong working knowledge of Figma and Illustrator to extract assets and interpret layout intent.
• Experience (or a deep, demonstrable interest) in AI-assisted editing, using tools like Gemini for scripting or vibe-coding plugins to 10x production speed.
• Deep understanding of professional sound design/mixing and advanced color grading (Lumetri or DaVinci Resolve).
• The rare skill to jump between high-level creative strategy/brainstorming and "in-the-weeds" technical execution for high-volume assets.

WHAT DO WE OFFER?

• We enjoy spending time together, working closely with other local colleagues, and getting to know one another. You’re more than welcome, and we will encourage you to work from one of our Buenos Aires offices (Villa Crespo or Mar del Plata) as often as you’d like.
• Premium healthcare through OSDE for the employee and their immediate family members
• Prepaid card with a monthly allowance for grocery purchases
• Monthly reimbursements for Wi-Fi/electricity expenses
• Monthly reimbursements for training/English classes
• 100% covered "Plant Total" membership at Sportclub
• A flexible vacation policy
• Refreshments provided in the office all week

WE SUPPORT YOU BEING YOU: 

DEPT® is an equal opportunity employer (EOE). We believe our work is its best when our people feel safe and free to be themselves. We’re committed to an inclusive and barrier-free recruitment and selection process and workplace, regardless of anyone’s identity, background, beliefs, lifestyle or disabilities. So tell us about any accommodations you need. It’s totally confidential and only used to make sure you feel fully supported at every step. 

DEPT® participates in E-Verify, meaning your Form I-9 information will be sent to the federal government to confirm you are authorized to work in the U.S. 

We are a B Corp-certified company passionate about purpose-driven work.  Our hope is that you can feel good about the contributions DEPT® is making to the world and we always have an open door for your ideas in making the world a better place. 

DEPT® is a Growth Invention company built to help the world’s most ambitious brands grow faster. Operating at the intersection of technology and marketing, our 4,000+ specialists deliver growth invention across Brand & Media, Experience, Commerce, CRM, and Technology & Data. We’re 50|50 tech and marketing, partner-led, and first to move. Clients include Google, Lufthansa, Coach, eBay, and OpenAI.

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DIVERSITY, EQUITY, & INCLUSION

At DEPT®, we take pride in creating an inclusive workplace where everyone has an equal opportunity to thrive. We actively seek to recruit, develop, nurture, and retain talented individuals from diverse backgrounds, with varying skills and perspectives.

Not sure you meet all qualifications? Apply, and let us decide! Research shows that women and members of underrepresented groups tend not to apply for jobs when they think they may not meet every requirement, when in fact they do. We believe in giving everyone a fair chance to shine. 

We also encourage you  to reach out to us and discuss any reasonable adjustments we can make to support you throughout the recruitment process and your time with us.

Want to know more about our dedication to diversity, equity, and inclusion? Check out our efforts here.