Major League Soccer - Video/Internet editor-ish position NY,NY

From Teamwork online: http://mls.teamworkonline.com/teamwork/r.cfm?i=28310. Note they request proficiency in Spanish

Editor - SUM Digital (New York, NY)

Summary
Editor will work with the newly formed editorial team on content for League website. Will produce and edit video projects and distribute via website and other content partners.

Department
MLS Digital

Reports to Senior Video Producer, MLS Digital [Jason Saghini]

Additional Employees in Department
General Manager, MLS Digital [TBD]
Editor in Chief, MLS Digital [Greg Lalas]
Lead Editor, MLS Digital [Scott Riddell]
Editor, MLS Digital [Daniel Haiek]

Employees Managing Directly None

Primary Responsibilities
Primary focus of creating original content for outside partners (AT&T fulfillment)
Edit internal office video requests and content for website (focus on Spanish content)
Work with International Communications group on Spanish coverage
Delivery of internal & external footage requests
Assist with production of all website editorial content
Manage external video delivery to content partners (YouTube, Sling, Hulu, etc)

Other Roles
As deemed necessary by Senior Video Producer, MLS Digital

Required Skills
Spanish proficiency
Final Cut Pro/Avid (or similar) & After Effects (or similar) editing experience
Photoshop experience
Ability to shoot with DV Cameras, including sound and lighting techniques
Excellent time management
Ability to work on several projects at once and stick to deadlines
Willingness to travel and work unconventional hours and weekends when necessary

Preferred Skills
Knowledge and passion for Major League Soccer
Experience in sports industry

 

I'm guessing they won't bend on the Spanish requirement because they list it even before experience cutting with a NLE.

 

Youtube is a content partner? do the video editors have to vote 5 stars after uploading the highlights?

 

Ever been to an MLS game? They won't bend on the Spanish requirement.

Hispanics represent a major chunk of both the league's fan base and its players.