Video Production Editor

Recruiter:

Dananda Services

Job Ref:

JHB000027/Gen

Date posted:

Friday, March 18, 2022

Location:

Johannesburg, South Africa

SUMMARY:
VIDEO PRODUCTION EDITOR

Job summary
Our client is looking to hire a Video Production Editor. The successful incumbent will be responsible for reviewing audio and visual footage and using computer software to organize clips into a cohesive unit. Their duties include splitting or combining video clips, adding appropriate sounds or graphics, and watching the finished product to catch mistakes before submitting it to their manager for review.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Essential duties and responsibilities

The successful candidate should be able to:
The successful incumbent will be tasked with taking the raw footage shot by a film crew and director and turning it into the final product. This means following an outline, script or shot list and assembling the footage into one cohesive video or film. Often in video and film work, there are many camera angles and takes recorded. It is the responsibility of the Video Production Editor to review all the footage and create the best output by cutting and connecting various footage, adding sound effects and graphics and fine-tuning the completed video or film.

Assembling raw footage and transferring or uploading to a computer
Following a script, screenplay or outline
Inputting sound to enhance footage, which may include selecting music and writing voice-overs
Inputting graphics to enhance footage
Digitally splicing film and video and synchronizing them into one rough cut file
Improving and correcting lighting, colouring and faulty footage
Working closely with managers to present a final product that matches his or her vision

Minimum qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree or diploma in a relevant field
Minimum 3 years’ working experience

Key qualities:

Ability to work with Adobe Suite
Can communicate clearly with clients and understand their goals
Strong command of the English language
Positive attitude
Good attention to detail
Able to work under pressure
Excellent communicator
Self-starter
Professional, quick, and accurate
Able to work well within a team environment
Training in multimedia and communications helpful
Proficiency in editing software programs
General understanding of computers and digital equipment and knowledge of technology
Ability to take and follow direction, while also having a creative eye for improvements

NB! This job is now closed. You can apply for other jobs by uploading your CV.

Similar jobs you might be interested in:

Junior Video Content Creator
Location: Johannesburg
Salary:
Are you a passionate content creator in the video / photography space and are enthusiastic about visual storytelling? Our client based in Elandsfontein, requires your 1-2 years work experience in assisting with marketing material and digital content for social media platforms. You will assist with planning, shooting and editing high- quality videos that align with the company’s bra...
13 days ago

JWOE01 Workspace Operations Manager (Senior)
Location: Menlyn
Salary:
Our client requires the services of a Workspace Operations Manager with 5+ Years IT working experience ideally in End user topics and/or IT Support and ITIL Foundation Certification, Certification in Information Technology. Contract until December 2027 (candidates must be based in Gauteng or willing to relocate)
24 days ago

Junior Graphic Designer
Location: Pretoria
Salary: Annually
Calling All Graphic Design Wizards! Our awesome client in Pretoria East is on the hunt for a Junior Graphic Designer to add some flair to their dynamic team.If you’ve got a knack for turning “meh” into magnificent and an eye for designs that pop, this might just be your dream gig!Bring your fresh ideas and out-of-the-box thinking to the table – no boring designs here!S...
25 days ago

Graphic Designer
Location: Modderfontein
Salary: 10000
Our client is looking for a Graphic Designer to join their team in Modderfontein
27 days ago

Graphic Designer
Location: Johannesburg
Salary:
43 days ago

Motion Graphic Designer
Location: Johannesburg
Salary:
54 days ago

Graphic Designer
Location: Midrand
Salary:
Our client, aÂ Clothing Designer and Manufacturer, is looking for aÂ Graphic DesignerÂ to join their team inÂ Midrand.
11 days ago

Editor
Location: Johannesburg
Salary:
78 days ago

Video Production Editor

Similar jobs you might be interested in:

Create a free job alert for Video Production Editor in Johannesburg

Jobseekers

Recruiter

General