Video Editor, Creative Services – Lakeland Full Time

The Video Editor is responsible for assembling recorded video footage, applying creative editing techniques, and creating finished, broadcast-worthy projects. The Video Editor has a strong creative eye and not only brings the vision of the Art Director, Copywriter, and/or Director to life, but enhances it. They are responsible for importing all video footage, creating numerous editorial drafts (rough cuts), presenting those drafts to the creative team, then refining the chosen draft into one rough cut to present to the Marketing stakeholders. They are then responsible for taking the approved rough cut through the finishing process: refining the edit, applying color-correction techniques, adding sound design, and creating a final mix that meets the marketing strategy and all creative brand, aesthetic, and quality expectations. The Video Editor should have expert knowledge of modern video editing techniques, be able to visualize directorial concepts, and work according to a strict time schedule. Ultimately, a top-notch video editor can perfectly translate a director’s idea into a beautifully crafted film or video piece, worthy of broadcasting.

Responsibilities include:

• Creating professional video edits by reviewing footage and creative concept, then using editing techniques, storytelling, music, and sound effects (SFX) to best bring a concept, project, or idea to life.
• Importing all video footage from videographers or production companies, organizing, tagging, and ensuring footage is appropriately backed up and archived.
• Assembling raw footage into a rough edit, with or without guidance or direction from an Art Director, Copywriter, or Creative Director, and ensuring the edit meets objectives and tells a cohesive story.
• Inputting sound to enhance video footage, which may include researching and selecting music, recording voice-overs, and finding or recording sound effects SFX.
• Designing type for supers (super-imposed graphics) that use excellent graphic design and typography principals and meet brand standards.
• Elevating the vision of the Art Director by thinking creatively and introducing ideas and concepts the Art Director may not have considered to enhance the story or visual appeal.
• Applying color-correction techniques to improve and correct lighting and color, and potentially improve faulty footage.
• Working closely with Directors, Art Directors, Copywriters, and Creative Directors to present a final product that matches their vision, delivers upon approved concept, and meets marketing objectives.
• Securing studio time for edits and audio recordings.
• Staying up to date on industry and market trends, methods, and equipment.
• Fostering professional growth of fellow associates.
• Ensuring all final assets get logged and properly tagged in the Digital Asset Management system and the Creative Team receives final files for use in Marketing campaigns.

• Bachelor’s degree in Film or related subject (Marketing, Arts Management, Communications or Journalism, Media Studies, Writing, or Theater)
• Three (3) years of video editing experience in agency, commercial, TV, or film
• Strong knowledge of full editorial process, from ingesting footage to exporting and trafficking of final files
• Knowledge of storytelling principles
• Knowledge of all aspects of film and TV production
• Knowledge of all aspects of post-production
• Knowledge of the content production phase of Marketing projects
• Ability to direct and critique the work of creative resources such as Motion Designers, 3D Animators, Voice Talent, and Musicians
• Knowledge of all phases of creative development process (concept, copywriting, layout, execution), including effective use and integration of all relative creative elements: typography, photography, illustration, color, logos/icons, animation, video, etc.
• Knowledge of business objectives
• Skilled in media management
• Ability to stay up to date on current styles and trends in editing and post production
• Ability to manage projects in an efficient and productive manner
• Ability to demonstrate professionalism across all situations
• Organization skills and leadership skills
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills
• Problem solving skills and analytical skills
• Project management skills
• Negotiation skills
• DaVinci Resolve
• RED camera workflow
• Marketing resource management systems
• Digital Asset Management system
• Computer skills including Mac OS, Adobe Creative Suite, Adobe Premiere Pro, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint and Apple Keynote

• Master’s degree in Film
• Five (5) years of video editing experience in agency, commercial, TV, or film
• Motion Graphics experience

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