Job Description

Please note: We will only consider candidates who complete the Skills Assessments for this position.

About Us

We are a successful media enterprise firm with 12 years of experience in business, production, and distribution across multiple projects in film & video. Our new multimedia startup is focused on wellbeing, combining up-to-date research with the most effective methods of subject presentation to help parents of young children provide the best care for their children's development.

Job Location

This is an in-house, in-person position based at our main office. Candidates must be prepared to work onsite as part of our dynamic team.

What We're Looking For

This role is ideal for a creative and technically skilled individual who has comprehensive experience with green screen chroma key editing. Experience in the media production sector is highly desirable, as is a strong understanding of editing processes for projects such as podcasts, interviews, social media videos, and educational videos.

What You'll Be Doing

As a Video Editor, you will be responsible for editing and producing high-quality videos for various projects. Additionally, this role involves videography and recording podcasts, with approximately 30% of the time spent outside standard working hours, including most weekends. This work outside typical hours will be compensated at a raised rate, with a 20% increase over weekday rates.

You will:

Work on a variety of internal and external projects, including editing video content for podcasts, interviews, engaging videos for social media platforms, and informative educational videos. Collaborate closely with our content creation and marketing teams to develop high-quality visual content that aligns with our strategic goals.

Job Duties

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Edit and assemble recorded raw material into a suitable, finished product ready for broadcasting. The material may include camera footage, dialogue, sound effects, graphics, and special effects. Specialize in green screen chroma key techniques to enhance the visual impact of our projects. Ensure the logical sequencing and smooth running of all video content. Collaborate with stakeholders across production and creative departments to meet project objectives. Incorporate music, sound effects, and graphics to produce compelling videos. Review and revise video drafts, ensuring final products align with company standards and brand guidelines. Provide technical guidance and expertise to other team members.

Skills Required

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Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, including Premiere, After Effects, and Illustrator. Strong knowledge of video editing software such as Final Cut Pro. Excellent attention to detail and ability to work under tight deadlines. Strong communication skills to collaborate effectively with the creative team. Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment.

Why You Should Join

This is a unique opportunity to take on a new role in an exciting, innovative project with enormous potential.
This role is intended to further your professional and personal development.
We're an established company with year-over-year growth.

Your Impact

As a key member of our team, you'll play a vital role in enhancing our media presence and brand outreach through expert video production. Your contributions will directly influence our audience engagement and educational initiatives.

Experience, Skills & Qualifications (Required)

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Minimum 2 years' work experience in video editing; demonstrable experience with chroma key and production techniques. BSc in Film Studies, Media Production, or similar/equivalent. Creative and technically proficient, comfortable generating and iterating on visual content. Excellent communication skills (written and spoken English). Highly organized, with effective time-management and self-scheduling abilities. Able to handle the requirements of an evolving role and situational/organizational changes. Detail-oriented, able to keep abreast of professional, technological, and working practice changes. UK Right to Work - Passport / VISA / BRP.

Inclusivity & Diversity

We're committed to equal opportunities, fostering a culture of inclusion and growing a diverse talent pool, and welcome applications from all sections of society. We do not discriminate on grounds of race, religion or belief, ethnic or national origin, disability, age, citizenship, marital, domestic or civil partnership status, sexual orientation, or gender identity, or any other basis as protected by applicable law.

Job Type

: Freelance

Job Type: Freelance

Pay: 27,720.90 per year

Benefits:

Company events
Schedule:

Monday to Friday Night shift Weekend availability
Application question(s):

Please provide link to your Portfolio/showreel. What is the first part of your postcode?
Experience:

Video editing: 2 years (required)
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 10/11/2024
Expected start date: 05/05/2025