OPT Video Editor Jobs
Video Editor jobs on OPT are widely available at production companies, digital agencies, and in-house creative teams. Your F-1 OPT authorizes full-time work, and STEM OPT extension is available if your degree is in a qualifying field like film production, digital media, or computer science.
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Do you want to work on a variety of video projects with a tight knit team? Are you looking to grow with a leading brand while honing your craft? Balanced Body is looking for a Video Editor to join our Marketing department!
We are seeking a talented, self-motivated and well-rounded Videographer to join us on-site at our headquarters in Sacramento CA. You'll be responsible for filming & editing various projects for Balanced Body social media, website, and other marketing platforms.
The global leader in Pilates equipment and education, Balanced Body is known for premium quality, innovation and best-in-class customer service. The Marketing Department is fast-paced, collaborative, and we share a commitment to producing the best quality work. Your contributions will support Balanced Body's mission to help make the world a healthier place through movement. This is an exciting opportunity to work with an established leader in Pilates, as we continue to grow and expand our reach worldwide.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
What you'll do:
- Post-production Video editing for a wide variety of projects
- Create on-screen graphics & thumbnail images
- Help schedule, plan and track video release dates
- Assist in uploading to and maintaining our video channels
- Support Video production duties (i.e. lighting, recording video, shooting photos, set design, etc.)
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
What you bring:
- Excellent communication skills
- Extremely organized
- Ability to process feedback & take direction
- Minimum of 4 years of experience with video editing and familiarity using Adobe Premiere Pro, Photoshop and After Effects
- Knowledge of current video editing software & technology
- Three years of experience with Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel software
- Experience color grading
- Experience with motion graphics & animation
- Strong attention to detail
- Ability to problem solve and learn quickly
- Strong shooter (video & photo)
- Must be able to lift, push, pull up to 40 lbs.
- Safe and responsible with video/photo equipment
- Critical thinker
- Ability to learn from notes, and apply to future projects
Will be asked to provide samples of work:
- Note what your role was for each sample
- Include various times of course
- Be sure that at least one example is current
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience in video production
- Experience in photography
- Bachelor's degree in Film, Media, Marketing, or a related field or equivalent experience is preferred
- Knowledge/experience in Pilates is a plus!
SALARY AND WORK SCHEDULE
- Full-time
- Onsite in Sacramento, Ca
- $29-$36 hourly
THE COMPANY
Balanced Body is the world's largest designer and manufacturer of Pilates equipment, as well as a provider of high-quality Pilates and other mind-body instructor training and continuing education. We currently do business in over 100 countries, with world-renowned customer service and a serious commitment to environmentally-friendly business practices. If you want to work with a company with a passion for changing lives in ways small and large, let us hear from you.
We offer competitive compensation and excellent benefits for Full-Time staff including:
- Medical, Dental & Vision
- Life and Long-Term Disability Insurance - Employer Paid!
- 401k Plan + Match!
- Paid time off and holidays
Balanced Body is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to workforce diversity.
NO AGENCY CALLS!
INTRODUCTION
Do you want to work on a variety of video projects with a tight knit team? Are you looking to grow with a leading brand while honing your craft? Balanced Body is looking for a Video Editor to join our Marketing department!
We are seeking a talented, self-motivated and well-rounded Videographer to join us on-site at our headquarters in Sacramento CA. You'll be responsible for filming & editing various projects for Balanced Body social media, website, and other marketing platforms.
The global leader in Pilates equipment and education, Balanced Body is known for premium quality, innovation and best-in-class customer service. The Marketing Department is fast-paced, collaborative, and we share a commitment to producing the best quality work. Your contributions will support Balanced Body's mission to help make the world a healthier place through movement. This is an exciting opportunity to work with an established leader in Pilates, as we continue to grow and expand our reach worldwide.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
What you'll do:
- Post-production Video editing for a wide variety of projects
- Create on-screen graphics & thumbnail images
- Help schedule, plan and track video release dates
- Assist in uploading to and maintaining our video channels
- Support Video production duties (i.e. lighting, recording video, shooting photos, set design, etc.)
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
What you bring:
- Excellent communication skills
- Extremely organized
- Ability to process feedback & take direction
- Minimum of 4 years of experience with video editing and familiarity using Adobe Premiere Pro, Photoshop and After Effects
- Knowledge of current video editing software & technology
- Three years of experience with Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel software
- Experience color grading
- Experience with motion graphics & animation
- Strong attention to detail
- Ability to problem solve and learn quickly
- Strong shooter (video & photo)
- Must be able to lift, push, pull up to 40 lbs.
- Safe and responsible with video/photo equipment
- Critical thinker
- Ability to learn from notes, and apply to future projects
Will be asked to provide samples of work:
- Note what your role was for each sample
- Include various times of course
- Be sure that at least one example is current
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience in video production
- Experience in photography
- Bachelor's degree in Film, Media, Marketing, or a related field or equivalent experience is preferred
- Knowledge/experience in Pilates is a plus!
SALARY AND WORK SCHEDULE
- Full-time
- Onsite in Sacramento, Ca
- $29-$36 hourly
THE COMPANY
Balanced Body is the world's largest designer and manufacturer of Pilates equipment, as well as a provider of high-quality Pilates and other mind-body instructor training and continuing education. We currently do business in over 100 countries, with world-renowned customer service and a serious commitment to environmentally-friendly business practices. If you want to work with a company with a passion for changing lives in ways small and large, let us hear from you.
We offer competitive compensation and excellent benefits for Full-Time staff including:
- Medical, Dental & Vision
- Life and Long-Term Disability Insurance - Employer Paid!
- 401k Plan + Match!
- Paid time off and holidays
Balanced Body is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to workforce diversity.
NO AGENCY CALLS!
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship as a Video Editor
Target companies with established creative teams
Production studios, streaming platforms, and marketing agencies hire video editors regularly and are more likely to have HR processes in place for sponsoring OPT workers. Smaller freelance shops rarely have the infrastructure to sponsor visas.
Build a portfolio that shows technical range
Employers evaluating OPT candidates want proof you can deliver immediately. Include work across formats like short-form social content, long-form documentary, and motion graphics. A strong reel reduces perceived hiring risk for sponsors.
Highlight STEM-eligible degrees early in applications
If your degree is in digital media, computer science, or a related STEM field, mention your STEM OPT eligibility upfront. This gives employers up to three years of work authorization, which makes sponsorship planning significantly more manageable.
Emphasize software proficiency clearly
List your exact tools: Premiere Pro, After Effects, DaVinci Resolve, Final Cut Pro. Employers often screen by software stack before interviewing. Matching their listed requirements precisely increases your callback rate from OPT-friendly postings.
Ask about visa sponsorship before the final interview stage
Bring up OPT status and H-1B visa sponsorship willingness during the initial recruiter screen, not at offer stage. This avoids wasted time on both sides and filters for employers genuinely open to sponsoring international hires.
Look for roles at companies that have sponsored before
Companies that have previously filed H-1B petitions for creative roles are far more likely to do it again. Use Migrate Mate to find video editor positions at employers with a documented history of visa sponsorship for international workers.
Video Editor OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Can I work as a Video Editor on F-1 OPT?
Yes. F-1 OPT authorizes full-time employment in roles directly related to your field of study. Video editing qualifies under degrees in film production, digital media, communications, and related fields. If your employer and job title align with your degree, you can begin working as soon as your EAD card is active and your start date is reached.
Does a Video Editor role qualify for STEM OPT extension?
It depends on your degree, not the job title. If you graduated from a STEM-designated program such as digital media technology, computer science, or information technology, you may qualify for the 24-month STEM OPT extension. Degrees in film studies or communications without a STEM CIP code typically do not qualify. Confirm your program's CIP code with your DSO.
How do I find Video Editor jobs that offer OPT sponsorship?
Search Migrate Mate, which is built specifically for F-1 OPT students and filters for employers open to sponsoring international workers. General job boards don't filter by sponsorship willingness, so you end up applying to roles where the employer has no intention of sponsoring. Migrate Mate saves that wasted effort by surfacing relevant opportunities directly.
What visa can a Video Editor transition to after OPT ends?
The H-1B is the most common path. Video editors working in specialty occupation roles, where a bachelor's degree in a specific field is a standard requirement, typically qualify. Your employer files the H-1B petition on your behalf before your OPT expires. The O-1A is an alternative for editors with significant industry recognition, festival credits, or awards.
Do I need to report a Video Editor job to my DSO while on OPT?
Yes. SEVP requires you to report your employer name, address, and job start date to your DSO within 10 days of starting work. Failing to report can jeopardize your F-1 status. If you change employers or take on a second video editing role, each new position must be reported separately through your school's international student office.