Production Assistant and Video Editor

Job Position(s): Production Assistant & Video Editor

**Must be located in the Toronto /GTA and supply a link to video examples. Explain your role in the project.

We are looking for a film production assistant & video editor to help in the preparation of music videos, live performance videos, biopics, trailers, and promo videos from filming to post-production to distribution, etc. The production assistant will work with and under the supervision of the director and project coordinator.

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Film music videos, artist performances, biopics, interviews, and promotional videos

• Edit, transfer, catalogue, trim, colour correct, and covert for online and broadcast distribution

• Assist with storyboarding and video concepts

• Add movie subtitles and closed captioning

• Upload video content to designated third party websites (YouTube, Vimeo etc.)

• Tackle the entire video production process (Plan, shoot, and edit)

QUALIFICATIONS

• Creative and artistic skills with a good eye for design/typography

• Knowledge of cameras and lenses

• Understands lighting techniques

• Previous work experience as a Video Editor

• Experience with creating interview videos, music videos, live performance videos, commercial, promotional, social videos is an asset

• Must be able to tackle the entire video production process (Plan, shoot, and edit)

• Ability to work to a tight schedule. Ability to translate ideas into complete projects.

• Ability to work under pressure and on multiple projects at the same time

• Good eye for detail and very quick and reliable

• Proficiency with converting video formats (ProRes, Avi, MP4, NTSC, PAL, etc.)

• Have a professional attitude

• driver’s license is an asset

• Individuals must have their own laptop and access to software programs

INTERPERSONAL SKILLS

• Able to work Independently with minimal supervisor while meeting goals and deadlines

• Able to flourish in a fast-paced environment with strong multi-tasking skills

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Contract length: 6 months

Part-time hours: 15-25 per week

Job Types: Part-time, Contract

Salary: $15.00 to $25.00 /hour

Experience:

• Video Editing: 1 year (Required)