Checkpoint Video Editor at eMedia Investments

Description

• The incumbent will be responsible for editing and assembling recorded raw material to create a visually captivating, high quality, suitable finished product, complying with the standards and requirements for on-air broadcasting as required, with a good understanding of video and audio formats and the compression and conversion thereof.

Editing 

• Video editing long form content for investigative current affairs.
• Digitising and editing material according to specified standards.
• Archiving material according to requirements.
• Checking picture quality is in line with required standards.
• Using graphics effectively.
• Grading video to the required standard. 
• Helping Producers, Camera Persons and junior Editors in the planning and visual development of inserts.
• Selecting good quality, relevant visuals for inserts that assist in the telling of stories.
• If the visuals are below par ensuring that this is rectified.
• Editing inserts and promos in the most creative way possible.
• Innovating and experimenting with ideas to enhance the look of the show.
• Quality Control of the show every week and making sure Checkpoint's visual content meets international standards.
• Making sure video is corrected/graded when necessary.
• Making use of blurs when required.  
• Recording and laying of audio/voice overs.
• Prepping content for Audio Final Mix edit.
• Submitting show after Final Mix.
• Adding subtitles correctly to specification.
• Recalling archive material and archiving when required. 

General/Adhoc 

• Archiving material/retrieving archive according to requirements.
• Follow and maintain the Company's brand guidelines.
• Knowledge and a good understanding of motion graphics is preferred.
• Ensure transactions are managed in accordance with the relevant and approved processes and protocols.
• Liaising with editorial team on creative aspects.
• Liaising with the Editorial team to make sure all packages are within broadcast specification.
• Maintaining any equipment within the edit suite.
• Manage and oversee all technical aspects of video recording and editing.
• Reporting any technical issues to the technical support and relevant department.
• Work both on and off-site.

Requirements

Qualifications

• 3-year National Diploma in Media Studies / Filming & TV Production / Video Technology / Journalism - Essential

Experience

• 3 years in Video Editing within a Media or Broadcast Industry - Essential
• Driver's Licenses - Essential

Computer Literacy

• MS Office Suite - Intermediate
• Final Cut X - Advanced
• Dalet - Advanced

Functional /Technical Competencies

• Attention to detail
• Communication skills
• Conflict handling skills
• Coping under pressure
• Decision-making skills
• Innovative problem-solving skills
• Interpersonal skills
• Organising skills
• Persuasiveness
• Good understanding of non-linear editing programmes