Creative Video Editor

Role: Creative Video Editor Job Level: Senior (5+ years) Department: Production Location: Remote working until further notice Time Zone Required: SAST / BST Type of Contract: 6 months FTC Start Date: Immediate Language: Proficiency in English is required A Little Bit About the Role: We'relooking for an editor to help with the creation, versioning and adaptation of our digital and TV content across a variety of our clients and brands.We’re looking for someone who will effortlessly immerse themselves into the client’s brands while using their post-production expertise and people skills to jump straight into a vibrant and creative video production environment. As part of our team, you'll be working closely with other editors and producers, group-wide production resource and partner agencies in the execution of high-quality video content. Experience of delivering digital video content, across a range of platforms and markets, as well as a creative and innovative can-do approach to the work are a must. We are looking for a creative mind that can interrogate briefs and come up with ideas and solutions that can push creative boundaries when needed. What You'll be Doing:

• Editing content for multi-channel delivery.
• Using your creative flair to create engaging edits.
• QC and checks of masters before delivery.
• Editing larger TVC/online workflows.
• Re-versioning and re-editing assets for new sizes.
• Adaptation of master edits for new channels and formats.
• Animation and motion graphics.
• Organising and archiving of video assets.
• Responding to urgent requests for amends, encodes and delivery.
• Ensuring that server naming and archiving conventions are adhered to.

What You'll Need:

• Typically 5+ years proven track record within a production agency or production company.
• Ability to gain respect, trust and confidence of senior management, partners and clients.
• Excellent knowledge of Premiere Pro and After Effects. Photoshop and Illustrator is a plus.
• Experience in colour grading within DaVinci Resolve would also be favourable.
• Good understanding of codecs and encoding techniques for a wide variety of platforms.
• A background in re-versioning and re-editing assets for new channels.
• Ability to keep on top of multiple edits with multiple delivery outputs and formats.
• Solid understanding ofthe strengths and limitations of various digital channels.
• To be an expert in post-production workflows, best practices and collaboration tools.
• 3D workflow experience is a plus, but not a requirement.
• Experience of working within our brands and clients’ worlds.
• Interest in cutting-edge production technologies/products and how these are deployed.

You'll Have:

• Relevant certification.
• Languages spoken (English)
• Premiere Pro and After Effects

Good to have:

• Multi-market experience.
• Basic understanding and genuine interest in artificial intelligence (AI) technologies, showcasing a curiosity for exploring its applications and potential impact.

A little bit about us We are OLIVER+ (previously known as MORE), part of OLIVER and the Inside Ideas Group. We’re a global collective of creatives, technologists and production experts who create and maintain world-class content in film,CGI, motion design, digital, print and tech. We connect opportunities for clients by providing high quality solutions and capabilities to ambitious businesses all over the world. You can find us here:

• Other essential points to note: As we are working remotely, it is essential that the ideal candidate have the following in place to ensure there are no delays on delivering work timeously:
  • Back-up power supply, if necessary.
  • Stable internet connectivity – fibre connection preferable (options can be discussed)in order toconnect to remote servers as well as conduct virtual meetings daily.
  • Personal computer with relevant capabilities necessary for the role.
  This is a snapshot of the responsibilities & desired deliverables. Other areas for delivery and responsibilities may be added or addressed during the period of employment. This document should not constitute as the sole indicator for responsibilities and delivery, but it can be used as a generic guide to help with managing your performance. Inside Ideas Group and its affiliates are equal opportunity employers committed to creating an inclusive working environment where all our employees are encouraged to reach their full potential, and individual differences are valued and respected. All suitable applicants shall be considered for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, neurodiversity, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by local laws.

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