Overview
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Job Position: Video Editor
Job Location: Ogba, Lagos
Job Responsibilities
- Edit programmes for television.
- Edit documentaries.
- Work in collaboration with Producers.
- To review shooting scripts and raw footage to create shot lists based on scenes’ value and contribution to continuity.
- Create rough and final cuts.
- Cut and create impressive promos for shows.
- Cut and create an impressive sequence capable of attracting online viewership.
- Meet with clients to establish the desired feel and look for the video to be created.
- Gather and transfer all forms of media into editing software and ensure each was updated in the correct format.
- Operate computer editing systems and equipment used for video media and effects.
- Establish a clear understanding of the storyline and purpose of the video’s creation.
- Create an initial proposed storyboard draft of the video to present to clients and receive approval before beginning to digitally alter video.
- Improve video and sound quality using various video software.
- Edit video to include preselected music, interviews, sound clips and other important aspects of the project.
- Ensure the correct formatting and presentation for finalized videos according to client’s specifications.
Job Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in film editing or related degree is required.
- Professional mastery of video and audio editing software and programs.
- Ability to multitask and work toward several milestones on various projects simultaneously.
- Creative experience in filmmaking and videography
- Ability to understand the desired outcome of a project when meeting with clients and the ability to bring them to life.
- Experience editing various video projects and inserting sound effects, music and transitions.
- Proficient in creating concept boards and other visual representations of planned edits for video projects.
- Excellent communication skills are required to have a solid understanding of project scope and implementation.
- Ability to collaborate well with other creative professionals to supply clients with top-notch finalized products.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CVs to: recruitment@newscentral.ng using the Job Title as the subject of the mail.
