Editor

Who We Are:

UFC® is the world’s premier mixed martial arts organization (MMA), with more than 700 million fans and approximately 300 million social media followers. The organization produces more than 40 live events annually in some of the most prestigious arenas around the world while broadcasting to over 950 million households across more than 170 countries. UFC’s athlete roster features the world’s best MMA athletes representing more than 80 countries. The organization’s digital offerings include UFC FIGHT PASS®, one of the world’s leading streaming services for combat sports. UFC is part of TKO Group Holdings (NYSE: TKO) and is headquartered in Las Vegas, Nevada. For more information, visit UFC.com and follow UFC at Facebook.com/UFC and @UFC on X, Snapchat, Instagram, and TikTok: @UFC. TKO Group Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: TKO) is a premium sports and entertainment company. TKO owns iconic properties including UFC, the world’s premier mixed martial arts organization; WWE, the global leader in sports entertainment; and PBR, the world’s premier bull riding organization. Together, these properties reach 1 billion households across 210 countries and territories and organize more than 500 live events year-round, attracting more than three million fans. TKO also services and partners with major sports rights holders through IMG, an industry-leading global sports marketing agency; and On Location, a global leader in premium experiential hospitality.

The Role and What You’ll Do:

The UFC is seeking an Editor 1 to join our Emmy Award-winning production team in Las Vegas.  The ideal candidate will have experience editing a wide array of long form, short form, and promotional content for major sports and/or entertainment brands, across various media platforms.  The primary function of this role involves original content creation through video editing of UFC’s vast content archives.  We’re looking for a technically skilled, professional editor who is also a creative storyteller at heart and is always seeking innovative new approaches to post-production.

  • Edits a variety of long form original content to service compilation clip-driven programming for broadcast partners around the world, with opportunities to edit documentary and studio style programming.
  • Edits a variety of short form content, including, but not limited to, features, highlights, branded, and promotional elements.
  • Works independently on some projects and collaborates with teammates on other projects.
  • Develops new and unique content initiatives through video editing.
  • Conceptualizes and creates story-focused video edits for distribution on official UFC social platforms.
  • Works at the direction of Producers to apply editorial notes to revised video assets.
  • Other tasks, projects, and responsibilities as assigned.

You Have These:

  • 3 years editing experience on both long form and short form projects for broadcast television and/or digital media.
  • Must have strong grasp of the latest editing techniques and visual trends.
  • Must be proficient in HD workflow, Adobe Premiere, After Effects, Photoshop, and have solid technical knowledge and troubleshooting skills.
  • Demonstrated proficiency in motion graphics is preferred.
  • Experience with tapeless workflow preferred.
  • Experience with working for an agency, post-production company, or broadcast creative team is preferred.
  • Experience with working in a studio environment is a plus.
  • College degree preferred, High School diploma or equivalent GED required.
  •  Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing.
  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail is necessary.
  • Must be able to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
  • Must be able to work on multiple projects simultaneously with tight deadlines.
  • Must maintain discretion and confidential information.
  • Must have working knowledge of basic administrative office computer programs on Mac and Windows PC workstations.
  • Experience in a sports environment preferred. Knowledge of MMA is a plus.
  • Work hours will typically take place Monday through Friday, but candidate will be expected to work occasional nights and weekends when necessary.
  • Candidates will be subject to a video editing test to assess technical ability and editing aptitude.

TKO EEO Statement:

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