Broadcast Video Editor

ViacomCBS; Greater London; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading media company seeks a skilled Broadcast Video Editor responsible for editing a diverse range of content for Channel 5. The role involves using software like Adobe Premiere Pro and Avid Media Composer to meet compliance standards. Candidates must have solid Ofcom regulations knowledge, experience in post-production, and a proactive approach to problem-solving. This position offers an opportunity to work in a dynamic environment, contributing to a well-regarded broadcaster with a variety of original programming.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in video editing software.
• Experience in post-production.
• Strong understanding of broadcast technical standards.

Responsibilities

• Edit content according to compliance standards.
• Enhance content quality using effects packages.
• Manage media projects effectively.

Skills

Video editing using Adobe Premiere Pro

Avid Media Composer

Quality control expertise

Knowledge of Ofcom regulations

Tools

Avid Nexis

Boris FX

Red Giant VFX

BATON

Job description

Overview

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Paramount Production Tech, is hiring a Broadcast Video Editor

This position is responsible for using an excellent video editing skillset to comply a varied mixture of genre content for Channel 5 (both linear and VOD) whilst showcasing a high level of compliance expertise.

Responsibilities

• Edit a wide variety of Channel 5 content in accordance with compliance standards.
• Utilize effects packages (Boris FX, Red Giant VFX) and audio editing tools to enhance content quality.
• Manage media projects effectively using Avid Nexis.
• Apply your knowledge of broadcast technical standards to ensure all specifications are met.
• Collaborate with the team to perform quality checks, utilizing both manual review and automated QC systems.
• Solve technical challenges, including PSE corrections and QC adjustments, to meet broadcast timelines.
• Apply a comprehensive understanding of Ofcom regulations to all editing work.

Requirements

• Proficiency in video editing using Adobe Premiere Pro and Avid Media Composer.
• A keen eye for quality control and familiarity with reading automated QC system reports (such as BATON).
• Experience preparing content for broadcast via build edits.
• Experience at previous broadcasting company with knowledge of DPP as well as creating AS11 files
• Solid knowledge of Ofcom regulations and how they apply to broadcast content.
• Previous experience working within the post-production industry.
• Ability to work a 7-day fortnight schedule.
• Someone who enjoys working in a dynamic, agile environment.
• Comfortable working autonomously on projects while maintaining open communication with the wider team.
• A proactive approach to problem-solving and taking ownership of your edits.

Channel 5 is an award-winning public service broadcaster and the UK's third latest commercial TV station, reaching 3 in 4 of the UK viewing public each month. The channel has a diverse schedule of original programmes across genres including issue-led documentaries, popular factual, accessible history, stunning natural history, inclusive entertainment and reality, top level sport, high quality scripted programming, headline-grabbing current affairs and critically acclaimed children's and news programming. Channel 5 is a unit of Paramount Global.

Paramount is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) including disability/vet.

At Paramount, the spirit of inclusion feeds into everything that we do, on-screen and off. From the programming and movies we create to employee benefits/programs and social impact outreach initiatives, we believe that opportunity, access, resources and rewards should be available to and for the benefit of all. Paramount is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, marital status, disability, gender identity, gender expression, and Veteran status.