Hammer Creative

Role Description We are seeking a Senior Video Game Trailer Editor to craft best-in-class marketing content for globally recognized game titles. This is a senior creative role for an editor who not only executes at a high level, but actively elevates the work, bringing taste, instinct, and a deep understanding of what makes game trailers resonate with audiences. - Transform gameplay capture, cinematics, and creative direction into emotionally engaging, high-impact trailers. - Possess a strong editorial voice, refined instincts for pacing and storytelling, and a sophisticated approach to sound. - Craft trailers as complete cinematic pieces using visual language, rhythm, and narrative flow. - Collaborate closely with creative leadership, production, and game capture teams. - Guide shot selection and capture strategy while ensuring every frame supports the narrative and marketing goals. - Operate in a fast-paced, high-performance environment with demanding timelines. - Maintain composure under pressure and deliver exceptional work with minimal oversight. - This is a freelance/project-based role supporting ongoing game marketing campaigns and trailer production. Qualifications - 5-8+ years of professional editing experience, with a strong focus on high-end agency campaign experience, trailers, and entertainment marketing (required). - Game trailer experience is a plus. - Demonstrated experience editing high-visibility trailers, launch spots, sizzle reels, or campaign content for major brands, studios, publishers, or agencies (required). - Expert-level proficiency in Adobe Premiere Pro (required). - Strong portfolio showcasing high-impact trailer work with clear editorial authorship. - Advanced understanding of pacing, structure, and cinematic storytelling within the context of game marketing. - Highly developed sound design sensibility, with experience shaping audio and music directly within the edit. - Proven ability to collaborate effectively with creative directors, producers, and capture teams. - Self-sufficient and proactive, with the ability to independently drive projects forward from brief to editorial completion. - Strong communication skills and the ability to articulate creative decisions clearly and confidently. - Ability to perform at a high level under tight deadlines and shifting priorities. - Must be based in the United States (remote eligible). Responsibilities - Drive the editorial process on assigned video game trailers from assembly through final editorial delivery, ensuring a high level of creative execution. - Translate scripts, briefs, and creative direction into compelling, emotionally driven trailers. - Take an active role in shaping creative, including structure, pacing, tone, and overall storytelling approach. - Partner closely with game capture teams to direct and refine shot selection, ensuring all captured material supports the editorial vision. - Craft and integrate in-edit sound design and music timing to drive rhythm, transitions, and emotional impact. - Incorporate feedback efficiently while maintaining the integrity of the creative vision. - Manage multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining organization, clarity, and efficiency. - Identify creative opportunities and problem-solve proactively throughout the editorial process. - Communicate progress, challenges, and creative rationale clearly to internal stakeholders. Additional Expectations - Bring a strong point of view and creative perspective to every project. - Maintain a high level of craft, taste, and attention to detail across all deliverables. - Contribute positively to team culture, maintaining professionalism and composure in high-pressure situations. - Stay deeply informed on trends in game marketing, trailers, and entertainment advertising. - Collaborate effectively with fellow editors and creative teams when appropriate. Benefits - The pay range for this temporary role is $75.00 - $105.00 USD per hour (LA-based), depending on experience and qualifications. - This is a freelance/project-based engagement. - This pay range does not reflect any potential future full-time compensation and applies only to the temporary freelance scope of this position.

Requirements: - Bachelor’s degree or equivalent - Storytelling expertise, preferably cinematic & narrative screenwriting experience. - Deep understanding of video games and video game culture & genres. - Ability to take critical feedback and iterate quickly. - Strong communication skills and collaborative mindset. Preferred: - Experience writing for video game launches, live-service, or 360 marketing campaigns. - Experience with trailer structure, gameplay marketing, and social-first creative. - Screenwriting, narrative design, or cinematic writing background. - Familiarity with production workflows across editorial, capture, and design. - Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment. Key Responsibilities: - Scriptwriting: Draft scripts for gameplay trailers, cinematic teasers, and social-first video content. - Campaign Development: Collaborate with the Strategy and Creative teams to develop high-level campaign platforms, taglines, and key messaging. - Brand Voice: Establish and maintain unique tone-of-voice guidelines for diverse game IPs. - Social & Community Copy: Write engaging copy for TikTok, X, and community-driven activations. - Pitching: Develop and present creative concepts to internal stakeholders and external clients. - Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work alongside Editors, Motion GFX Artists, and Game Capture teams to ensure the final product aligns with the written vision. Why Hammer? - We lead with personality and maintain high standards for all work that leaves our doors. - Our team is genuinely passionate about storytelling and always searching for ways to tell stories in new, fresh, unexpected ways. - We are proud of our collaborative, supportive culture. We value creative risk-taking, autonomy, and long-term professional growth.

This role involves leading creative production efforts for the company. The specific duties center around managing and executing creative projects.