Video Editor

We are currently looking for video editors. $125 per edit. Videos are HD 1080p 30-40 min edited. Edit should be completed in 5-7 days.

If you are interested please check the job description and requirements below for the job.

Freelance video editor

You may work on a variety of productions including:
* Wedding Video;
* Television program;
* Music videos;
* Corporate training videos;
* Commercials

Responsibilities
Your work as an editor will involve:
* assembling all raw footage, in preparation for inputting into the computer;
* digitally cutting the files to put together the sequence of the video and deciding what is usable;
* creating a 'rough cut' (or assembly edit) of the programme/film and determining the exact cutting for the next and final stages;
* editing the programme/film matching to the music to tell a cohesive story
* reordering and tweaking the content to ensure the logical sequencing and smooth running of the film/video.

Additional tasks may include:
* overseeing the quality and progress of of the edited video;
* experimenting with styles and techniques including the design of graphic elements for the video;
* suggesting or selecting music.

Skills
You will need to show:
* a keen eye for detail and a critical mind;
* creativity and a passionate interest in film and video editing;
* patience and concentration;
* the ability to listen to others and to work well as part of a team;
* a high level of self-motivation, commitment and dedication;
* organisational and time management skills;
* the ability to work under pressure and to deadlines;
* communication skills, both written and oral.
Work experience
You need to be extremely determined to succeed in editing, so you'll have to show a willingness to get involved and be prepared to do the most basic of tasks. Carrying out work experience will help to demonstrate this and will help you to decide if the precision and intensity of the work is for you.

Qualifications
You don't need a foundation degree, or degree to be a film or video editor, but it is important that you show commitment and determination to get into the industry.
You need to be able to demonstrate that you have the necessary skills, and so in this instance a degree that offers film or media production experience may be helpful. The following subjects are relevant:
* communication and media studies;
* photography/film/television;
* fine art/visual art;
* information technology/multimedia;
* graphic design.

You'll need to be proficient in using specific editing software packages, such as Premiere or Final Cut Pro.
General computer literacy and an aptitude for working with digital equipment to achieve results are also important.
You don't need a postgraduate qualification but there are relevant courses available that will provide you with extra skills and may give you more of an advantage over other applicants.