Video Production Editor

Recruiter:

Dananda Services

Job Ref:

JHB000027/Gen

Date posted:

Friday, March 18, 2022

Location:

Johannesburg, South Africa

SUMMARY:
VIDEO PRODUCTION EDITOR

Job summary
Our client is looking to hire a Video Production Editor. The successful incumbent will be responsible for reviewing audio and visual footage and using computer software to organize clips into a cohesive unit. Their duties include splitting or combining video clips, adding appropriate sounds or graphics, and watching the finished product to catch mistakes before submitting it to their manager for review.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Essential duties and responsibilities

The successful candidate should be able to:
The successful incumbent will be tasked with taking the raw footage shot by a film crew and director and turning it into the final product. This means following an outline, script or shot list and assembling the footage into one cohesive video or film. Often in video and film work, there are many camera angles and takes recorded. It is the responsibility of the Video Production Editor to review all the footage and create the best output by cutting and connecting various footage, adding sound effects and graphics and fine-tuning the completed video or film.

Assembling raw footage and transferring or uploading to a computer
Following a script, screenplay or outline
Inputting sound to enhance footage, which may include selecting music and writing voice-overs
Inputting graphics to enhance footage
Digitally splicing film and video and synchronizing them into one rough cut file
Improving and correcting lighting, colouring and faulty footage
Working closely with managers to present a final product that matches his or her vision

Minimum qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree or diploma in a relevant field
Minimum 3 years’ working experience

Key qualities:

Ability to work with Adobe Suite
Can communicate clearly with clients and understand their goals
Strong command of the English language
Positive attitude
Good attention to detail
Able to work under pressure
Excellent communicator
Self-starter
Professional, quick, and accurate
Able to work well within a team environment
Training in multimedia and communications helpful
Proficiency in editing software programs
General understanding of computers and digital equipment and knowledge of technology
Ability to take and follow direction, while also having a creative eye for improvements

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