Video Editor

Workoba; Karachi Division; On-site; PKR 334,800 - 558,000; Full time

Job summary

A global video production company is seeking a skilled Video Editor to create cohesive stories by editing footage and ensuring high-quality outcomes. Responsibilities include editing film pieces, working with production teams, and utilizing various editing software to enhance video quality. The role is remote and requires working during US hours. Candidates must have proven experience and a strong portfolio for consideration.

Qualifications

• Proven work experience as a video editor.
• Solid experience with digital technology and editing software.
• Demonstrable video editing ability with a strong portfolio.

Responsibilities

• Manipulate and edit film pieces seamlessly.
• Review scripts and create shot decision lists.
• Input music, dialogues, graphics, and effects.

Skills

Video editing

Creativity

Storytelling

Knowledge of YouTube guidelines

Tools

Avid Media Composer

Lightworks

Premiere

After Effects

Final Cut

Job description

We are looking for a talented Video Editor to assemble recorded footage into a finished project that matches the director’s vision and is suitable for broadcasting.

As a film and video editor, you should be able to bring sight and sound together in order to tell a cohesive story.

Responsibilities

• Manipulate and edit film pieces in a way that is invisible to the audience
• Take a brief to grasp the 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.
• Knowledge to create videos for YouTube
• Ability to follow the platform such as YouTube's guidelines
• Must be experienced and have some proven skills to share
• Must be able to create video for the video footages

Requirements

• Proven work experience as a video editor
• 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
• Thorough knowledge of timing, motivation and continuity
• Familiarity with special effects, 3D and compositing
• Creative mind and storytelling skills
• Must be creative
• Must attach a portfolio for the interview consideration

We're a US-based organization & you will be required to work during US hours. This is a global work-from-home position for anyone who is interested in working remotely.