Video Editor

Just Won't Die Games; Cambridge; Remote; GBP 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

The Just Won't Die Studio in Cambridge, UK is seeking a highly-skilled Video Editor to own and deliver the project's video experience, including narrative-enhancing sound design. You will collaborate with stakeholders, apply Unreal Engine 5, and edit using industry-standard tools to create immersive game videos, with a strong portfolio and ability to meet tight deadlines.

This in-house role combines artistic finesse with technical editing, requires familiarity with marketing materials production

Qualifications

• Knowledge of Unreal Engine 5.
• Experience producing marketing materials in the video games industry.
• Strong video editing ability with a solid portfolio.

Responsibilities

• Own, and deliver to quality, areas of the project's video experience.
• Create and integrate narrative-enhancing, immersive sound design.
• Work closely with stakeholders to drive video direction for the game.
• Input music, dialogues, graphics and effects.
• Create rough and final cuts with logical sequencing and smooth running.
• Consult with stakeholders from production to post-production.

Skills

Video editing

Audio design

Unreal Engine 5

Portfolio

Time management

Communication

Tools

Avid Media Composer

Lightworks

Premiere

After Effects

Final Cut

Job description

Video Editor Job Description The Just Won't Die Studio is looking for a highly-skilled, driven and deeply creative Video Editor to work on an exciting new and original IP for console and PC. You'll be the sole owner of audio and sound design. We need someone who's a self-starter, capable of both the artistic and technical elements of sound design - the role requires an excellent eye for detail, a solid technical ability and a strong desire to create incredible, innovative video experiences. If you understand the importance of delivering visceral video engagement within a game experience, and how subtle detail and emotionally driven video can enhance a player's immersion and have a desire for excellence, then we'd very much like to hear from you. The ideal candidate would have industry knowledge and a passion for games. The position is in-house and based in Cambridge, UK.

Skills and Experience RESPONSIBILITIES: Own, and deliver to quality, areas of the project's video experience

Create and integrate narrative-enhancing, immersive sound design

Work closely with the key stakeholders and to drive video direction for the game

REQUIRED: Knowledge of Unreal Engine 5

Understanding and experience in the production of marketing materials in the video games development industry context

Solid experience with digital technology and editing software packages (e.g. Avid Media Composer, Lightworks, Premiere, After Effects and Final Cut).

Demonstrable video editing ability with a strong portfolio

Familiarity with special effects, 3D and compositing

Ability to work to tight deadlines.

Take a brief to grasp the production team's needs and specifications

Input music, dialogues, graphics and effects

Create rough and final cuts

Ensure logically sequencing and smooth running

Consult with stakeholders from production to the post-production process

Learning new systems quickly

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

A passion for playing and making games

Strong communication skills coupled with the ability to deliver great sound design

GREAT TO HAVE: Experience with GaaS games and associated marketing

Experience in documentary

Experience in working with playtests footage

Experience working with external vendors and contractors

Thorough knowledge of timing, motivation and continuity

Creative mind and storytelling skills

Continuously discover and implement new editing technologies and the industry's best practices to maximise efficiency

YOU SHOULD HAVE: A highly positive and proactive work ethic

Ability to drive your role alone

Excellent communication for when collaborating with others is required

A desire to learn and improve

The role is office based in Cambridge - however, due to the current pandemic, you will be required to work from home until further notice

About Just Won't Die We are gamers. We are powered by passion, and purpose-driven, and although we've been doing this for the last two decades, we still wouldn't trade our day jobs for anything else in the world. Based in Cambridge, UK, the Just Won't Die team was founded by the multi-award-winning game studio behind both enhanced-reality pioneer PlayFusion and prior to that, Jagex, the UK's largest independent games developer and publisher. Collectively, our team has over 150 game credits including some of the best-selling franchises in video game history, multiple Hugo Award nominations and best-selling books, as well as numerous granted patents. Find out more about us at www.justwontdie.com