Versioning Editor

Hogarth Worldwide; Johannesburg; Hybrid; ZAR 520,000 - 868,000; Full time

Job summary

A global content production company in Johannesburg seeks a Versioning Editor to ensure high quality and timeliness in project delivery. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in Adobe Premiere and After Effects, working across various formats, including TV commercials and social media content. This role requires excellent communication skills and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment, with a commitment to creative excellence.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an editor with a strong portfolio showcasing work in Adobe Premiere and After Effects.
• Basic working knowledge of Cinema 4D.
• Experience working with a variety of content including TVCs, DOOH assets, and social media deliverables.

Responsibilities

• Utilise your skills in Premiere and After Effects to edit high-quality content.
• Facilitate client attend edit sessions managing the process under pressure.
• Assist with supporting and training our Global Content Hub Edit teams.

Skills

Adobe Premiere

Adobe After Effects

Problem-solving

Good communication skills

Tools

Cinema 4D

InDesign

Illustrator

Photoshop

Job description

Overview

Hogarth is the Global Content Production Company. Part of WPP Hogarth partners with one in every two of the worlds top 100 brands including Coca-Cola Ford Rolex Nestl Mondelez and Dyson. With a breadth of experience across an extensive range of sectors Hogarth offers the unrivaled ability to deliver relevant engaging and measurable content across all channels and media - both established and emerging. The number of channels at our fingertips; the need for speed; and the drive for mass personalisation all mean that brands need different solutions. Our global team of over 7500 craft and technology experts brings together creative production and innovation to help clients navigate this exciting and ever-changing world of todays content experience.

WPP is the creative transformation company. We use the power of creativity to build better futures for our people planet clients and communities. Working at WPP means being part of a global network of more than 100000 talented people dedicated to doing extraordinary work for our clients. We operate in over 100 countries with corporate headquarters in New York London and Singapore. WPP is a world leader in marketing services with deep AI data and technology capabilities global presence and unrivalled creative talent. Our clients include many of the biggest companies and advertisers in the world including approximately 300 of the Fortune Global people are the key to our success. Were committed to fostering a culture of creativity belonging and continuous learning attracting and developing the brightest talent and providing exciting career opportunities that help our people grow.

A Hybrid working model

We believe the best work happens when were together fostering creativity collaboration and connection. Thats why weve adopted a hybrid approach with teams in the office around four days a week. If you require accommodations or flexibility please discuss this with the hiring team during the interview process.

Versioning Editor role at Hogarth

As the Versioning Editor you will ensure the highest quality and timeliness of all your projects. Your experience in online edit using Adobe Premiere After Effects will be essential as you edit content for a range of high-profile clients collaboratively working with other post production departments and producers.

Responsibilities

• Creative Editing: Utilise your skills in Premiere and After Effects to edit high-quality content ensuring that creative excellence is maintained throughout all projects.
• Attended Edit Sessions: Facilitate client attend edit sessions managing the process under pressure to ensure satisfaction and effective project outcomes.
• Training and Development: Assist with supporting and training our Global Content Hub Edit teams ensuring consistent standards and practices across all projects.
• Collaboration: Work closely with Bookings and Producers to understand project requirements timelines and creative direction ensuring alignment on deliverables.
• Quality Control: Monitor the quality of output providing constructive feedback to team members to enhance skills and overall departmental performance.
• Brand Guidelines Compliance: Ensure brand guidelines are always followed when delivering projects.
• Legal and Technical Specifications: Ensure master deliverables meet all legal and technical specifications.
• Skill Development: Show a keen interest in developing skills and learning new and innovative software to enhance editing capabilities.

Requirements

• Proven experience as an editor with a strong portfolio showcasing work in Adobe Premiere and After Effects.
• Basic working knowledge of Cinema 4D.
• Experience working with a variety of content including TVCs DOOH assets and social media deliverables.
• Experience of QC clocking and international broadcast delivery requirements.
• Experience working with InDesign Illustrator and Photoshop to create and adapt a variety of assets.
• A Creative thinker with the ability to problem solve and reimagine a Creative brief for Adaptation.
• Conforming and troubleshooting EDL / XML / AAFs to guarantee a smooth workflow.
• A passion for creative excellence and innovative storytelling.
• Good communication skills to effectively collaborate with various stakeholders when working on projects.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Our Hogarth Values

Hands on

No egos here. Just a shared drive to roll up our sleeves and make great things happen. Every project big or small gets our full energy because we believe in doing things right. Every single time. Its how we deliver real results without cutting corners.

Honesty

We are real and authentic with each other and in our work. Honest direct communication builds the trust we need to collaborate grow and make meaningful things together. Its not always easy but its always worth it.

Heart & Soul

We bring heart to everything we make. Passion pride and relentless drive push us beyond good enough because we care deeply about our craft and were always chasing better. We love what we do and it shows.

Happy Family

Creating a space where everyone feels valued even when opinions differ makes this a supportive and inclusive environment for our people. We embrace our differences celebrate our wins together and never lose our sense of humor.

Hungry

Curiosity keeps us hungry. We question experiment and always seek out whats next. We never settle and we never stop learning.

Inclusion and Impact

WPP is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without discrimination or regard to particular characteristics. We are committed to fostering a culture of respect in which everyone feels they belong and has the same opportunities to progress in their careers.

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Key Skills

Proofreading,Taleo,Content Management Systems,Copy Editing,Research Experience,Journalism,Adobe Photoshop,Adobe Premiere,Final Cut Pro,Creative Writing,Wordpress,Writing Skills

Employment Type: Full Time

Experience: years

Vacancy: 1