Job Description:
As Video Editor, you’ll play a vital part in shaping the stories produced by Muster Point Productions. You’ll assume a key role in every stage of the edit; from advising on pitches to shaping rough assemblies; from crafting narrative to delivering files. You’ll use your talents as a longform storyteller to create compelling and impactful narratives for documentaries, scripted television and film, and various digital genres.
Key Responsibilities:
- Collaborate with directors, producers, and other creatives to understand each project’s requirements and metrics for success.
- Implement a wide variety of editing techniques and styles to achieve compelling stories.
- Ensure smooth 4K workflow management within an AVID ecosystem, including overseeing project setup; managing media (keeping footage archive systems); and maintaining edit and storage equipment and services.
- Produce design elements as needed, including on-screen text, graphics, and animations.
- Colour grade and enhance the visual look of each project.
- Perform audio mixes and edits to achieve a high standard of audio production.
- Participate in creative discussions both inside and outside of postproduction; play an active role in contributing ideas and feedback for pitches and development.
- Attend shoots periodically and be available to help on set and provide guidance based on edit decisions.
- Manage your time and team effectively while communicating with producers and executives to optimize the postproduction schedule.
- Stay up to date with industry trends, tools, and software to continuously upgrade your professional knowledge and skills.
Qualifications:
- Proven experience as an Avid Video Editor with a very strong portfolio showcasing a wide range of content and a consistent talent for telling stories with impact, including long-form documentary.
- Proficiency in managing 4K Avid workflows, including audio mixing and colour grading.
- Strong understanding of visual and auditory storytelling and communication, including a keen sense of pacing a rhythm.
- A sharp eye and attention to detail; a high standard for producing clean, well-designed visual materials.
- Ability to work under tight timelines and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Motivation to work with a positive attitude, a willingness to try new ways of doing things, and a commitment to collaboration.
- Knowledge of industry standards, software, and equipment.
About Us:
Muster Point Productions isn't just a name; it's our philosophy and track record. In emergency settings, a 'muster point' is where people gather for safety. For us, it's a rallying point for anyone, creatives or otherwise, who has a vital message or story with the potential for real-world impact.
We specialize in creating content: TV series, documentaries, web content, advertisements, and corporate videos. Every project we undertake is driven by a simple yet profound goal: if it’s not aimed at making the world a better place, we aren’t doing it.
We are seeking a talented Video Editor to join our team and lead the postproduction of our world-class and award-winning video content.
How to Apply:
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