Video Editor

Toronto, Ontario, Canada.

Description

We are looking for a passionate Video Editor to join our growing team! The successful candidate would get the opportunity to create video content on a consistent basis while meeting project needs and deadlines. Our ideal candidate is a talented and versatile Storyteller.



RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manipulate and edit film pieces in a way that is invisible to the audience
• Take a brief to grasp production team’s needs and specifications
• Review shooting script and raw material to create a shot decision list based on scenes’ value and contribution to continuity
• Trim footage segments and put together the sequence of the film
• Input music, dialogues, graphics and effects
• Create rough and final cuts
• Ensure logical sequencing and smooth running
• Consult with stakeholders from production to post-production process
• Continuously discover and implement new editing technologies and industry’s best practices to maximize efficiency.
• Most importantly, HAVE FUN! Editing is a great and effective way of storytelling. If you have a passion for it, you'll have fun with it as well

REQUIREMENTS

• 1 - 3 years of relevant video and photography experience
• Talented and versatile storyteller
• Proven professional experience in filming and editing video content (provide 2-3 work examples)
• A strong portfolio that demonstrates your love of creating motion content (this should include mostly video but some photography work)
• Proficient with traditional and modern equipment
• Software proficiency of FinalCut Pro, Adobe Premiere, Capture One and Lightroom/Photoshop
• Post-production understanding of editing, colour correction, compression, social standards and formats
• Strong self-discipline, work-ethic, ownership, and personal accountability
• Ability to manage projects concurrently, prioritize tasks and problem-solve
• Ability to commute to our Toronto office

BENEFITS

We care about your professional and personal development. Here are some of the perks of joining our team:

• Competitive compensation
• A beautiful Toronto office and a very strong culture
• Opportunity to work in a startup environment with funding backed by a cash positive business
• We'll build a strong Alliance and make sure that what success looks like for you in terms of your career development is being met, and also map out your career progression with us
• Bi-Monthly Lunch and Learns
• Ability to join us on our shoots and get hands on experience with our team


Fivefeetabove Productions is an equal opportunity employer. We prohibit discrimination based on legally protected classes in accordance with applicable federal, provincial and local laws including ethnic origin, religion/belief, disability, age, sexual orientation and gender identity/gender expression. If you are contacted for an interview and require accommodation during the interviewing process, please let us know.

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