Video Editor Job Description
We are a content marketing agency based in Hattiesburg, MS USA, looking for a video editor to join our team! We create a range of content including social media short-form punchy videos, high-end podcast interviews, educational videos, and YouTube-style videos.
Requirements/Responsibilities:
Ability to understand the subject matter of the recorded content and formulate the best way to present it through editing (particularly with podcasts that span a range of topics)
Have good judgment when it comes to selecting different takes for scripted and non-scripted content
Experience with assembling talking-head footage and b-roll, basic color grading (Lumetri in Premiere Pro is fine), chroma-keying, sound design, lower thirds and titles
Attention to detail with sound design including removing background noises, applying an EQ, smoothly transitioning cuts together and adjusting levels for voice and background music
Tasteful selection of stock music and stock footage
Attention to detail when adding subtitles to videos – most of our videos use American English spelling
Experience with editing footage using a proxy workflow
Basic knowledge of Photoshop and Illustrator. Familiarity with After Effects is a bonus, but we can teach you
Ability to follow style guides and instructions (video and written SOPs)
Fluent in English with tertiary level education or equivalent
Experience working in an agency environment
Strong communication skills
Deadline-driven
Strong attention to detail
Strong ability to manage own workflow and prioritize tasks
Problem-solving skills and initiative
Ability to “manage up” and work closely with Directors and Managers
Bonus: Experience working with Australian, US or UK clients
Working hours are 9am – 6pm, Monday to Friday, United States Eastern Standard Time with 1hr lunch.
Applicants MUST OWN or HAVE ACCESS to the Adobe Creative Cloud suite, with advanced proficiency in Premiere Pro, and at least basic proficiency with Photoshop and Illustrator
MUST PROVIDE RELEVANT SAMPLES THAT ARE SIMILAR TO THESE VIDEOS, DO NOT SEND YOUR ENTIRE PORTFOLIO:
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Edu Video Example 2 – /s/9s85td4cxq8hj9c/22.08_GO_Growth%20Con%4?dl=0
Micro Video Example 1 – /reel/CnlEx1iIlvJ/?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=
Micro Video Example 2 – /reel/CneoehHqB0n/?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=
Micro Video Example 3 – /reel/ClC_95kjdrp/?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=
SENDING YOUR ENTIRE PORTFOLIO WITH IRRELEVANT MATERIAL WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.
YOU MUST ADDRESS ALL ASPECTS OF THESE REQUIREMENTS WITH YOUR EXPERIENCE TO BE CONSIDERED.
Other software to be familiar with include:
– Slack
– Dropbox
– Clickup/Asana
– LastPass or other password managers
– Google Docs
– MS Office
Applicants must have the following computer specs, or the option to upgrade to the equivalent specs:
– Intel 7th Gen or newer CPU – or AMD Ryzen 3000 Series or newer CPU
– Microsoft Windows 10 (64-bit) version 1809 or later
– At least 32GB of RAM, but more is ideal
– At least 6GB of VRAM, but 8GB is ideal
– Nvidia GeForce or Quadro Graphic cards are recommended (Equivalent to Nvidia GeForce GTX 1660 or better)
– Fast internal SSD with at least 1TB of storage
– Good quality monitor & headphones
– Good internet speed: Minimum of 30 mbps average
Applicants must also speak and write English well, and have strong communication skills.
Note – shortlisted candidates will be placed on a trial project to assess capabilities and suitability for the role.
If you fit the description for this role, please complete this form. /p3eL8LEd1hdooaxv6
Use this secret word in your application: MAKERS
Any applications without this secret word WILL NOT be considered.
APPLY FOR THIS JOB:
Company: Vortex Virtual
Name: Ahmed Ismail
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