Position Description - Video Editor – 40th Anniversary Video (Volunteer)
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Our Goal & Impact
Special Olympics Southern California (SOSC) is dedicated to promoting acceptance, inclusion, and well-being for people with intellectual disabilities through the power of sports. As part of the world’s largest sports organization for people with intellectual disabilities—4.4 million athletes strong across 170 countries—our athletes build confidence, skills, and success both on the field and in life.
Learn more about our programs including Law Enforcement Torch Run (LETR), Athlete Leadership, Development, and more on our website.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Help bring our 40th Anniversary LETR video to life by assembling photos, video clips, and historical content into a compelling final production.
- Work from an established script and shot list—the creative direction is already in place.
- Review and organize a large collection of photos and video spanning 40 years of LETR history.
- Match visuals to the script and help identify the best content to tell the story.
- Create smooth transitions, graphics, titles, and visual elements that enhance the viewing experience.
- Help showcase the impact of LETR, Special Olympics athletes, volunteers, and law enforcement supporters throughout the years.
- Collaborate with the project team to make edits and refinements based on feedback.
- Deliver a polished video that will be featured during 40th Anniversary celebrations and shared with supporters.
TRAINING & SUPPORT
- Receive direct supervision and mentorship from the LETR Liaison and Development Administrator
- Initial meeting to discuss vision/show examples (ESPN video)
- Weekly check-ins for progress tracking and goal setting
- Orientation and onboarding covering SOSC history, mission, and volunteer protocols
COMMITMENT & WORK SITE
- Internship is project based and will be complete when project is done
- Requires Flexible. Most of the work can be done remotely and on the volunteer's own schedule, deadline for video is October 15, 2026.
QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS & REQUIREMENTS
- Comfortable working with large amounts of photo and video content.
- Has experience using video editing software such as Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro, DaVinci Resolve, CapCut, or similar.
- Has a good eye for storytelling, pacing, and matching visuals to narration.
- Organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage media files efficiently.
- Passionate about helping preserve and celebrate the legacy of the Law Enforcement Torch Run and Special Olympics Southern California.
BENEFITS
Direct impact on the lives of Special Olympics athletes
Become part of a team committed to inclusion, equity, and empowerment
Gain valuable hands-on experience in:
- Creating a commemorative video
- Teamwork in a professional environment
