We believe people’s relationship with money is ready for meaningful change. Our goal is to support that shift by creating tools and experiences that thousands of developers rely on to build their own products. Plaid enables millions of people to manage their finances with greater confidence. We work with companies like Venmo, SoFi, major banks, and many Fortune 500 organizations to help users seamlessly connect their financial accounts to the apps and services they use. Plaid’s network reaches 12,000 financial institutions across the US, Canada, the UK, and Europe. Founded in 2013, Plaid is headquartered in San Francisco with offices in New York, Washington, D.C., London, and Amsterdam.

Plaid’s Brand team includes marketing designers, brand designers, copywriters, strategists, and other experts who shape and evolve the Plaid brand. As a Video Producer & Editor, you’ll join the Brand Studio, a team focused on strengthening Plaid’s emotional and visual impact across every interaction. You’ll elevate our live‑action video capabilities by capturing real stories that highlight our people, products, and mission. You’ll work with designers, copywriters, strategists, and our video studio manager to plan, shoot, and edit high‑quality videos that communicate Plaid’s story with clarity and warmth. From documentary‑style interviews to full brand campaigns, you’ll help define how live‑action storytelling makes Plaid feel relatable, human, and inspiring.

We’re seeking an experienced Video Producer & Editor to join the Brand Studio. You’ll guide projects from concept to final edit, creating thoughtful, authentic videos that embody Plaid’s identity. This role is ideal for a storyteller skilled both in production and in the edit suite. You’ll film interviews, brand stories, and product narratives that turn complex topics into engaging, human‑focused content. Working with our video studio manager and partners across brand, marketing, and design, you’ll help shape the tone and quality of Plaid’s video presence across our website, social channels, and campaigns. Your work will bring Plaid’s people and purpose to life, helping millions better understand the technology and values shaping the future of finance.

Responsibilities
• Use strong design and storytelling to make finance and technology easier to understand and more inclusive.
• Develop creative and unexpected ways to simplify complex topics.
• Identify the core message and emotional impact of each video.
• Strengthen our brand by producing top‑quality video across marketing and product channels.
• Create outstanding live‑action content for campaigns, product explainers, internal communications, and events.
• Capture and edit cinematic stories that make our products, people, and impact feel relatable and inspiring.
• Collaborate with the Brand Studio and design system teams to ensure visual consistency, craftsmanship, and scalable production.
• Work with brand, product, and growth marketing teams to create compelling video campaigns that clarify complex ideas and engage audiences.
• Provide creative direction and on‑set guidance to teammates and freelancers to elevate the quality and storytelling of our video work.

Qualifications
• 4–6+ years of experience producing, filming, and editing live‑action video for brands, agencies, or creative studios.
• Proven ability to oversee production from pre‑production through post‑production.
• Hands‑on experience with camera work, lighting, and audio for small to mid‑sized shoots.
• Strong sense of composition, framing, and cinematic storytelling, with the ability to turn complex ideas into compelling narratives.
• Skilled at directing on‑camera talent and conducting interviews that elicit authentic performances.
• Proficient in Adobe Premiere Pro, with experience in color correction and grading tools like DaVinci Resolve. Familiarity with Figma, Descript, Runway, and emerging AI tools that support creative workflows.
• Experience filming and editing product UI footage to demonstrate real product usage.
• Highly organized and detail‑oriented, with strong project‑management skills and the ability to juggle multiple shoots and schedules.
• A portfolio that showcases exceptional live‑action work and editing across campaigns, product videos, and brand storytelling.
• Bonus: experience helping build or support an in‑house video studio, such as contributing to equipment choices, set design, or workflow.

$151,200 – $208,800 a year

The posted base salary range applies to this full‑time role and does not include commission (if applicable), equity, or benefits. Actual compensation may vary based on experience, skills, and relevant education or training.

Plaid’s mission is to broaden financial freedom for everyone. To do this, we’re committed to building a diverse team of passionate people who want to create a more equitable financial system. We understand that strong qualifications can come from both professional and lived experiences, and we encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every requirement. We value the unique perspectives each individual brings.

Plaid is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering diversity. We do not discriminate based on any protected characteristic, including race, color, national origin, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, veteran status, disability, or others. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories as permitted by law. We provide reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities. If you need support during the application or interview process, contact accommodations@plaid.com.

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