Filmmaker & Video Editor

Dreww Media Inc.; Montreal; Hybrid; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Dreww Media Inc., a dynamic marketing agency in Montreal, seeks a Filmmaker & Video Editor to produce engaging short-form videos for social media. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in video production, a strong portfolio, and a passion for creative storytelling. Join a team dedicated to shaping culture and influencing consumer habits through innovative content creation.

Benefits

2 weeks of paid vacation upon hiring

1 week of paid vacation during the holidays

Unlimited paid sick days

Friday afternoons off in the summer

Day off for your birthday

Hybrid work model with flexible hours

On-site work equipment provided

Budget for training, workshops, and conferences

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience as a filmmaker and editor.
• Strong portfolio showcasing short-form videos for social media.
• Extensive experience with iPhone, Sony FX3, and FX6.

Responsibilities

• Lead shot list creation and assist with scheduling.
• Operate cameras, set up lighting, and manage audio.
• Edit videos using Adobe Premiere, incorporating motion graphics and sound design.

Skills

Bilingual in French and English

Filmmaking

Video Editing

Social Media Trends

Creativity

Organizational Skills

Education

Degree in filmmaking or technical diploma in post-production

Tools

Adobe Premiere Pro

After Effects

DaVinci Resolve

Photoshop

Job description

Dreww is a marketing agency specialized in full-funnel social media demand generation. We help large corporations and high-growth startups build their brand and grow their revenue. Our expertise lies in creating demand for our clients' products and services through always-on social media strategies and converting that demand into paying customers via various acquisition strategies.

Our Mission

To shape culture and influence consumer habits at scale.

Who we are

We are a team of highly passionate content creators, brand builders, and growth hackers dedicated to shaping culture and influencing consumer habits at scale.

• We are current
• We are curious
• We are proud
• We are geeky
• We are analytical
• We are imaginative

Our Culture

At Dreww, we reject the status quo and are driven by ambition. We are highly motivated individuals eager to make our mark in this world. Dreww is not your typical corporate 9 to 5 job; it’s a place for those who seek more than just a paycheck. We go to great lengths to ensure our work shapes culture and influences consumer habits at scale, obsessing over the final 1%. Our work environment is structured to support and encourage excellence, helping our team members reach their full potential and produce the best work of their careers. Performance at Dreww is measured by the impact you have in helping us achieve our mission, regardless of your role. We evaluate the speed at which you learn, the quality and independence of your work, and your capacity to quickly grasp new concepts and execute with confidence and conviction. Individuals who excel with high-level direction, take ownership, get things done without being asked, and demonstrate proactivity and initiative thrive at Dreww.

Role & Responsibilities

The Filmmaker & Video Editor at Dreww combines on-set production with post-production expertise, handling the entire process of producing short-form vertical videos for large consumer brands designed specifically for social media. You will participate in pre-production by leading shot list creation and assisting with scheduling. On set, you will execute technical aspects such as operating cameras (primarily iPhone 15 Pro Max, Sony FX3, and FX6), setting up lighting, and managing audio. In post-production, you’ll use Adobe Premiere to edit videos, incorporating motion graphics, sound design, and color correction to optimize content for platforms like TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube. With a strong understanding of social media trends, you’ll create platform-native, engaging content ready for publication on the accounts of Canada’s biggest brands, reaching millions of viewers.

As a Filmmaker & Video Editor, you will be responsible for supporting the video production process in the following ways :

• Create shot lists, assist in planning and schedule creation.
• Operate cameras (iPhone 15 Pro Max, Sony FX3, and FX6), set up lighting, and manage audio equipment.
• Review and assemble the best takes and create a preliminary cut.
• Add music and sound effects. Adjust levels and eliminate noise.
• Design and implement graphic packaging and style guides.
• Adjust color, exposure, and saturation to ensure preferred style.
• Generate subtitles, provide SRT files to social media specialists for corrections, and implement final SRT files into the timeline.
• Design thumbnails for each video in accordance with the defined style.
• Prepare and export final files in the requested sizes and formats.
• Create and maintain client / project folders on the NAS, organize files, and archive completed projects and their source elements.
• Review KPIs and video performance with the team to drive editing decisions for future videos.

Skills and Experience :

• Bilingual in French and English, both written and spoken.
• Degree in filmmaking or a technical diploma in post-production (an asset).
• 5+ years of experience as a filmmaker and editor.
• A strong portfolio showcasing a variety of projects, particularly short-form videos for social media.
• Extensive experience shooting with iPhone, Sony FX3, and Sony FX6.
• Extensive experience lighting scenes and using audio equipment.
• Proficiency in Premiere Pro, After Effects, DaVinci Resolve, and Photoshop.
• Deep knowledge of social media platforms and trends in content creation.
• Highly creative with a talent for generating innovative ideas and solutions.
• Strong understanding and enthusiasm for the Creator Economy.
• Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks effectively.
• Proven ability to prioritize and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Perks and Benefits

• 2 weeks of paid vacation upon hiring
• 1 week of paid vacation during the holidays
• Unlimited paid sick days (physical health, mental health, and menstrual leave)
• Friday afternoons off in the summer
• Day off for your birthday
• Hybrid work model with flexible hours
• On-site work equipment provided
• Budget for training, workshops, and conferences

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