Freelance - Jr. Video Editor / Animator

Job Description

Job Description

OVERVIEW

As a Junior Video Editor / Animator, you are responsible for assembling video footage, applying artistic editing techniques, developing captivating motion graphics and creating finished, broadcast-worthy projects that accurately reflect the vision of the creative campaign or deliverable. You’re knowledgeable about modern video editing, animation techniques and software. Visualizing directional concepts and work according to timing, often having multiple projects and workstreams, ultimately crafting best-in-class deliverables for digital, broadcast, social and many other media types.

RESPONSIBILITIES & SKILLS

• Assemble footage; transfer or upload to a computer or server
• Follow a script, storyboard or outline
• Input sound, motion graphics and visual enhancements to footage, which may include selecting music and editing voice-overs
• Mac-proficient with excellence in the Adobe Creative Cloud Suite (After Effects, Premiere Pro, Illustrator, Photoshop, etc.); knowledge and strong motion effects competency
• Improving and correcting lighting, coloring and faulty footage
• Knowledge of the post-production process for video and animation
• Work closely with creative team to present a final product that matches the overall vision
• Ensure brand identity and message consistency across channels
• Meet client objectives, values, budgets and deadlines
• Keep up with the latest trends, strategies and technologies
• Understand the multiple formats, resolutions and timing restrictions for various placements

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE