Apply as Video Editor at a Prestigious TV Station – HR Leverage Africa Full Time

HR Leverage Africa – Our client, a prestigious TV Station based in Abuja.

We the Prestigious TV Station – HR Leverage Africa are presently recruiting to fill the vacant position of Video Editor and by this notice all qualified members of the public are expected to apply as quick as possible

Job Title: Video Editor

Location: Abuja (FCT)
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Description

• Video Editor to the Head of Production is charged with the overall direction and coordination of video editing in accordance with TOS’s Broadcasting’s mission and goals.
• The incumbent will transform raw footage filmed in the studio into a polished final product for broadcast. Using computer technology, TV editors mix video footage with music, sound effects, and audio and special effects.
• They are responsible for the majority of the post-production process, and their editorial decisions determine how the story is told, ultimately molding the audience’s experience.
• TV editors may work with footage for scripted TV shows, television documentaries, news programs, music videos, professional training videos, or advertisements.

Responsibilities

• Manipulate and edit film pieces in a way that is invisible to the audience
• Take a brief to grasp production team needs and specifications.
• Review shooting script and raw material to create a shot decision list based on scenes value and contribution to continuity.
• Trim footage segments and put together the sequence of the film.
• Input music, dialogues, graphics and effects.
• Create rough and final cuts.
• Ensure logical sequencing and smooth running.
• Consult with stakeholders from production to post-production process.
• Continuously discover and implement new editing technologies and industry best practices to maximize efficiency.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree will be an added advantage.
• B.Sc. degree in Film Studies, Cinematography or related field.
• Proven work experience as a TV Video Editor
• Solid experience with digital technology and editing software packages (e.g. Avid Media Composer, Lightworks, Premiere, After Effects and Final Cut)
• Demonstrable video editing ability with a strong portfolio
• Thorough knowledge of timing, motivation and continuity
• Familiarity with special effects, 3D and compositing
• Creative mind and storytelling skills
• Minimum of 2 years experience.

Application Closing Date
18th November, 2020.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: [email protected] using “Video Editor” as the subject of the mail.