Junior Video Editor

Creative Space Media-Johannesburg, África do Sul

A leading creative agency in Lonehill is looking for a junior video editor to play a pivotal role within our content creation and multi-platform production teams.

Duties:
assembling all raw footage, with camera shots either recorded or transferred onto video tape in preparation for inputting into the computer
inputting uncut rushes and sound, and synchronizing and storing them into files on the computer
digitally cutting files to put together the sequence of the film and deciding what's usable
creating a 'rough cut' (or assembly edit) of the programme/film and determining the exact cutting for the next and final stages
reordering and fine-tuning the content to ensure the logical sequencing and smooth running of the film/video
overseeing the quality and progress of audio and video engineering and editing
experimenting with styles and techniques including the design of graphic elements
writing voiceover/commentary
suggesting or selecting music
online editing - depending on your role you may also finalize technical aspects such as correcting faulty footage, grading and colouring and adding special effect
Filming
Video Editing
Photographic work
Receiving a brief, and maybe an outline of footage and/or a shot list, script, or screenplay

REQUIREMENTS:
Video editing
Degree or diploma in film/video/media related Field or equivalent experience required
Able to prioritise work, perform under pressure and be deadline driven
Intermediate level experience with MS Office
Strong attention to detail
Self-starter and able to take direction
Strong communication skills (verbal/written)
Social media experience is an advantage but not essential
Willing to travel
Experienced in filming events, both corporate and entertainment
Experience with motion design and relevant software is an advantage but not a necessity