[Hiring] Senior Video Game Trailer Editor @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.